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Bollebygd
Bollebygd Church
Bollebygd Church
Bollebygd is located in Västra Götaland
Bollebygd
Bollebygd
Location in Västra Götaland
Bollebygd is located in Sweden
Bollebygd
Bollebygd
Location in Sweden
Country Sweden
Province Västergötland
County Västra Götaland County
Municipality Bollebygd Municipality
Area
 • Total 2.57 km2 (0.99 sq mi)
Population
 (31 December 2010)
 • Total 3,566
 • Density 1,389/km2 (3,600/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Bollebygd is a small town, also called a locality, in Sweden. It is the main town of Bollebygd Municipality. This municipality is located in Västra Götaland County. In 2010, about 3,566 people lived here.

Bollebygd is in the western part of Sweden. It is part of the historical province of Västergötland. The town is known for its peaceful surroundings.

History of Bollebygd

Bollebygd has an interesting past. For a period, it was part of a larger area. Between the years 1974 and 1994, Bollebygd was actually part of Borås Municipality. This means it was governed together with Borås. Later, it became its own municipality again. This change allowed Bollebygd to manage its own local affairs.

Sports and Recreation

Sports are an important part of life in Bollebygd. The town has several local sports clubs. These clubs offer different activities for people of all ages. They help bring the community together.

Local Sports Clubs

Here are some of the sports clubs you can find in Bollebygd:

  • Bollebygds IF: This club offers various sports. It is a central part of the local sports scene.
  • Hestrafors IF: Another popular club, Hestrafors IF also provides opportunities for sports.

These clubs help young people stay active. They also encourage teamwork and healthy living.

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