Närke

county (län) In Sweden

Närke () is a Swedish traditional province, or landskap, situated in Svealand in south central Sweden. It is bordered by Västmanland to the north, Södermanland to the east, Östergötland to the southeast, Västergötland to the southwest, and Värmland to the northwest. Närke has a surface area of 4,126 km² and a total population of 208,376.

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Kilsbergen is a low mountainous ridge that separates Närke from Värmland. It is the southernmost extension of the taiga in Scandinavia and shows a flora and fauna that are unusual for the latitude. There are several skiing and hiking facilities in Kilsbergen. Kilsbergen is especially known for its elk population. It was awarded the 1998 Elk Protection medal by Hans Hoffberg in 1993 and these magnificent beasts continue to thrive in the area. The highest elevation is at Tomasbodahöjden, above sea level and the highest point of the province of Närke. The administrative region of Örebro County h

Göksholm|thumb|250px thumb|250px|Göksholm castle as depicted by Erik Dahlbergh in [[Suecia Antiqua et Hodierna.]]

thumb|Ancient border forests between Swedes (Germanic tribe)|Swedes and [[Geats. Tylöskog is in the centre in green, Tiveden in blue, and Kolmården in red.]] thumb|One of the faults that intersect the forest, near Åmmeberg.

thumb|Trystorp Trystorp is a Swedish estate and château in Lekeberg, Närke, Sweden. It includes 687 ha land. To the south of the château, there is a nature reserve which is open to the public, with a rich fauna and many old oaks.