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Carl-Johan Lindblom
Mundekulla Manager
After many years of working for international hotel chains, Carl-Johan decided he had had enough. He resigned, bought a sailing boat, and spent four years sailing around the world. After realizing this dream, Carl-Johan longed for the forest, and what place could be better than Mundekulla.
Elin Nordenberg
Garden Leader
Elin has a background in organic farming and food forestry. She possesses a profound passion for nature, the forest, and our connection with all living beings. At Mundekulla, Elin engages in landscape architecture, agroforestry/food forestry and vegetable cultivation.
Christine Nowak
Projects Portfolio Leader
Christine brings extensive experience in various hotel concepts, classical gastronomy, and event services. With a passion for uniting people, she values nature and is committed to unique projects that prioritize accessibility, resource conservation, and collaboration. At Mundekulla, she organizes and oversees in-house events.
Brittany Larsson
Guest Experience Leader
Bringing a wealth of hospitality experience from the USA, Brittany holds a Bachelor's Degree in GeoTourism and Sustainability. As the leader of hospitality team, she oversees room and property preparation, engages customers through various channels, manages booking systems, handles contract writing and ensures a seamless and eco-conscious stay at Mundekulla.
Frederick Nowak
Healthy Foods Leader
Frederick has gathered experience in various kitchens, ranging from 4-star hotels in Switzerland and Germany to a Michelin-starred restaurant and various large-scale kitchens. He loves to indulge in resource-conscious, fresh, colorful, and sustainable cooking. With his comprehensive expertise, he is shaping the next chapter in Mundekulla's vegetarian cuisine.
Victor Karlsson
Facility & Forest Manager
Victor comes from a background in the forestry industry, with an education in forestry and forest planting. He holds a great interest in sustainable forestry, and at Mundekulla, he is responsible for caring for the buildings, infrastructure and the forest.
Romain Perchat
Volunteering & Projects Coordinator
Romain initially arrived at Mundekulla as a volunteer after years of traveling and volunteering in sustainable farming projects. Following a seven-month immersion in permaculture, entrepreneurship, and personal development, he joined the core team as ESC project coordinator, while also assisting with gardening, maintenance, and event space setup.
Galina Studer
Board of Directors’ Chairperson
Galina brings over 30 years of experience serving as an executive for multinational companies, where she successfully developed and implemented operational practices to achieve change and transformation objectives. As representative of the shareholder’s family, Galina is responsible for the strategic development.
HOW TO GET TO MUNDEKULLA
ADDRESS
Mundekulla Retreatcenter 361 95 Långasjö - Sweden
Telephone: +46735038919
Mail: info@mundekulla.se
ARRIVAL BY PLANE AND TRAIN
Mundekulla is less than 3 hours from Copenhagen international airport (CPH / Kastrup). From there you travel by direct train to Emmaboda. Should you wish to fly into Stockholm (ARN / Arlanda) or Gothenburg, train connections are available as well, of course. Please also check seasonal flight schedules into regional airports Växjö and Kalmar.
Please find and book the most convenient pubic traffic transfer from anywhere in Swedin to Emmaboda on Book, search & compare trains, buses, flights & ferries - Omio .
From Emmaboda it takes 10 minutes by taxi to the Mundekulla EcoLodge & Confernce Center (Ben's Taxi +46 (0) 480-66555 – c. SEK 350 per car. Remember to book at least 3 days before, preferably 1 week before to ensure availability).
ARRIVAL BY CAR
Mundekulla is a 3 hour drive from Copenhagen and Gothenburg, 4.5 hours from Stockholm. Your GPS or GoogleMaps will guide you to “Mundekulla Retreat Center”.
Some of our international guests from Norway, Denmark, Poland, Netherlands or northern Germany chose to arrive by car. This is obviously absolutely fine as we have a car parking on site. You are also welcome to arrive with your camper car, while we kindly ask you to observe that we do neither have greywater or toilette disposal on site. For those who arrive with an EV, we ask you to either check availability of dedicated charging stations in the nearby towns or to depend on our “honesty-charging” … which may be slow but give you what you need to get to the next charging station.
ADDRESS
Mundekulla Retreatcenter, 361 95 Långasjö - Sweden
Telephone: +46735038919
Mail: info@mundekulla.se
By train
Trains from all over Sweden arrive in Emmaboda every two hours. Visit www.sj.se for details. It’s worth booking your train ticket in advance. Tickets are more reasonable about three months before travel, with prices increasing as the date approaches. Taxis are available for the 10 km journey from the station in Emmaboda.
By taxi from Emmaboda
Contact Ben's Taxi at +46 (0) 480-66555.
Please make your booking at least 3 days in advance, preferably 1 week before. Cost: around SEK 350 per car. It’s a 10 minute ride from Emmaboda to Mundekulla.
By bus
Buses from larger towns in Sweden go to Växjö, Kalmar, and/or Karlskrona. From one of these cities, take the train to Emmaboda, then use Ben's Taxi (+46 (0) 480-66555) for 350 SEK per car. Remember to book at least 3 days in advance, and preferably 1 week before.
By Air
Flights arrive daily in Växjö, Kalmar, and Ronneby. Compare prices and book at www.flygresor.se. From these airports, take a 30-min train to Emmaboda, then book a taxi to Mundekulla. Alternatively, book a taxi directly from the airports (60 km away) via Ben's Taxi, +46 (0) 480-66555). Remember to book at least 3 days in advance, and preferably 1 week before.
International travelers can fly to Copenhagen, with direct trains from Kastrup to Emmaboda available. The journey takes 3 hours. Then book a taxi as above. Should you wish to fly into Stockholm or Gothenburg, train connections are available as well.
Combined ticket
You can also find and book the most convenient public traffic transfer from anywhere in Sweden to Emmaboda on Book, search & compare trains, buses, flights & ferries - Omio.
Directions to Mundekulla, by car
If using GPS or mobile app, search for “Mundekulla Retreat Center”.
From Stockholm/Vetlanda: Take the exit towards Tingsryd, road 120 in Emmaboda. Drive 5 km, then follow the signs for the 4 km approach to Mundekulla.
From Stockholm/Kalmar: Take road 25 towards Växjö from Kalmar. After 1.5 km past Nybro, turn towards Emmaboda, road 120. Drive straight towards Tingsryd. After 5 km, you'll see a sign for Mundekulla on the right. Drive about 4 km.
From Göteborg/Växjö: After passing Lessebo on road 25, take the exit towards Åkerby/Ljud. Drive for about 1.5 km, then follow the signs for the 5 km approach to Mundekulla.
From Malmö/Karlshamn: In Tingsryd, take the exit towards Emmaboda, road 120. Drive about 3.5 km, then follow the signs to Mundekulla. If you miss the first sign, you will see another one after 2 km.
From Karlskrona: In Vissefjärda, turn left towards Långasjö and drive through the community. Continue for about 1 km until you reach a five-way intersection. Then turn right towards Emmaboda on road 120. Drive 3 km until you see the sign for Mundekulla on the left. Alternatively, drive to Emmaboda, then 5 km towards Tingsryd, and follow the sign to the right for 4 km towards Mundekulla.
Carpooling
You’re welcome to join our carpooling group on Facebook where you can request or offer a ride or perhaps chare a taxi with someone to a specific event at Mundekulla.