Hyllstofta: Ryggåsstugan and Local History

Anyone considering Hyllstofta as a possible place to stay will find a clear focus on cultural history here. The area’s history can be traced through its buildings, former school use, a painting, and a change of ownership. These different points of interest help visitors place Hyllstofta as a destination for travelers interested in local history.

Ryggåsstugan: Building History and Preservation

The central section of the Ryggåsstugan in Hyllstofta was likely built in the early 17th century, based on its construction. The exact year in which the present building was constructed has not been established. The dating applies to the central section and remains an assessment based on the building, not an exact year for the entire building.

The Föreningen Hyllstofta Ryggåsstuga was founded in 1971. Its main task is to preserve the Ryggåsstugan and its furnishings. This preservation work covers both the building and its furnishings; the founding of the association marks a distinct point in the area’s history.

In 1858, the parish rented the eastern room of the Ryggåsstugan in Hyllstofta from Tuve Svensson to use it as a so-called roteskola. Classes were held there until 1879, when the roteskolor were abolished. This adds a specific later use to the building’s history: one particular room served as a roteskola, and classes ended when this type of school was abolished.

Further Traces of Local History

Hyllstoftastugan has stood in the same place since the 17th century. A painting by Paul Nelson from 1890 depicts Hyllstoftagården with the old distillery; the farm and distillery appear together as a single subject. In 1952, Domänverket sold the croft, together with its associated plot, to Åsbo Häraders Hembygdsförening for 100 kronor. The two associations represent different connections: the Föreningen Hyllstofta Ryggåsstuga, founded in 1971, focuses on preserving the Ryggåsstugan and its furnishings, while Åsbo Häraders Hembygdsförening purchased the croft and plot for 100 kronor in 1952.

The dates answer different questions: the date given for the Ryggåsstugan refers to an approximate construction period, while that for Hyllstoftastugan refers to the period it has stood in the same place; 1890 is the date of the painting, and 1952 the year of the sale. Anyone using cultural history as a factor when choosing a place can distinguish between building history, continuity of location, depiction in a painting, and change of ownership.

Planning Information

Road 1869 runs through Hyllstofta and Ebbarp to Harholma, on Road 108. This sequence places the locations along a specific road connection and can serve as a map reference when planning. If you locate the place names mentioned on a map, this route will help you find your way.

A membership is required to use Lyckebanan. If you include Lyckebanan in your plans, take this requirement into account.

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