The Hallandsleden trail links up with the Skåneleden trail to the south and the Bohusleden trail to the north. As it wends its way through Halland, the trail divides into an eastern and a western branch at Simlångsgården. The two routes then converge again in the Åkulla area.

From Varberg, you can follow the E1 European long distance path and join the rest of the Hallandsleden trail just before Åkulla. The countryside is constantly changing. One moment you will be walking through deep forest before emerging into an open landscape with horse paddocks and small red cottages.

The Hallandsleden trail follows ancient paths with plenty of traces from the past such as ancient monuments and historical buildings. Many of the sights have been given information signs. The entire stretch is almost 435 km, and the trail is divided up into 25 stages. The entire Hallandsleden trail is covered by three map sheets.