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Stay with us during Power Big Meet (Big Swap Meet)

During Power Big Meet, which is now called Big Swap Meet, Lidköping fills up with American cars and the people who love them. Many of our guests that weekend choose to stay with us precisely because we are a little way from the hustle and bustle, with plenty of room for the rig and a lake to take a dip in on the evening. It takes about half an hour by car to Hovby.

Room for the rig, and calm in the evening

Our camping pitches are 10 × 15 metres, and because the campsite has plenty of space, several of the pitches give you considerably more room than that. So there is space for both the caravan and the car beside it, and electricity is included on all pitches. Many guests during Power Big Meet arrive with impressive rigs, and here they stand on grass with the lake right next to them. If you have an extra-large rig, get in touch after booking and we will try to give you one of the larger pitches.

When you come back from Hovby in the evening, a small campsite without an entertainment programme is waiting. You can take a dip from our bathing spot, light the barbecue, or book the wood-fired sauna on the jetty and rinse off the dust of the day.

Book early. The weekend is well booked, so if you want to stay next to your friends, it is best to book at the same time and contact us afterwards, and we will place you close to each other as far as space allows.

About the event

Power Big Meet (Big Swap Meet) at Hovby

Power Big Meet began in Västerås in 1978 and grew into a gathering of tens of thousands of American cars, and in 2017 it moved to Hovby airfield in Lidköping. Today Big Swap Meet is held at the same place, and many people in the area still call the weekend Power Big Meet. It is a car show, a big market for parts and bits and pieces, rock'n'roll and cruising through central Lidköping.

Dates and the programme: 8–10 July 2027 · Hovby airfield, Lidköping

Getting there from the campsite

  • Car

    about 34 km to Hovby airfield, roughly 30 minutes via Skara. Expect queues into Lidköping during the event weekend.

Quick facts

Event

Power Big Meet (Big Swap Meet)

Place

Hovby airfield, Lidköping

When

8–10 July 2027 · Hovby airfield, Lidköping

Distance from Valle Camping

34 km, about 30 min by car

Camping pitches

10 × 15 m, several considerably larger, electricity included

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Swap Meet the same thing as Power Big Meet?

Power Big Meet was held at Hovby airfield in Lidköping from 2017. Today Big Swap Meet is held at the same place, and many people still call the weekend Power Big Meet.

How far is it from Valle Camping to Hovby?

Approx. 34 km, about 30 minutes by car.

Is there room for a large caravan and a car on the pitch?

Yes, the pitches are 10 × 15 metres, and several are considerably larger. Get in touch after booking if you need extra space and we will try to arrange it.

Is electricity included?

Yes, electricity is included on all camping pitches.

There are several of us who want to stay close together. Is that possible?

Book at the same time and contact us afterwards, and we will place you close to each other as far as space allows. For a larger group, Valle Hus is also a good fit, with room for up to 18.

Arriving late?

Call +46 511 621 09 and we'll sort it out.

Stay close to Power Big Meet

With Valle Camping as your base, the lake, the countryside and Skaraborg are close by. Choose your accommodation and dates.