What is Rys and Mys?
During the autumn holidays, "Rys och Mys" is arranged in Varberg. An outdoor light experience for families with children, where visitors wander between different light installations in central Varberg.

The theme for this year's Rys och Mys is the enchanted city. Step into the Enchanted
the forest filled with shimmering lights and exciting sounds. It will be a suitably scary experience for the whole family during the autumn holidays when central Varberg and Varberg's fortress are transformed into an enchanted land between light and darkness. Previous years' popular UV flashlight competition is also back with a new story, new rounds and new prizes.

The light experience during Rys och Mys
All lighting used during Rys og Mys is LED, which is the most energy-efficient option. Different types of control check that it only lights up when it should, in order not to use more energy than necessary. Lighting up the city in this way for a week does not require more electricity than it takes to heat a house for a day.

During Rys och Mys we work with shadows, patterns and colors for maximum atmosphere. Images and patterns are created using gobo lights. This can be seen, among other things, in the square. Shadows are obtained from directed light from small spotlights and RGB floodlights are used to evoke color.

We use UV light in certain parts of the experience. This produces a magical effect on certain surfaces and the type used is not harmful to humans. Invisible paint is sprayed here and there in the city and can only be seen in the light of the UV flashlights.

All light needs a surface to be seen. For this, what nature and the city offer are used: trees, walls, facades and streets. Effects are also added using mirror balls, figures and colour.

Questions and answers

Is it free?
The light walk and the UV flashlight competition are free. If you want to go on the guided Light and Rys experience hike at Varberg's fortress, you need to book a ticket for SEK 60/person. Read more about Lys and RysLink to another website.

When does it take place?
Autumn vacation 2024 between end October and early November.