This symbolizes the railway that is so vital for the industry, while the bees signify the hard-working spirit that the locals pride themselves with.

The municipality boasts nature areas and is suitable for fishing, canoeing or playing golf.

The mansion of Huseby is a popular place to visit, located some 15 kilometers south of the town Alvesta, and hosts a couple of museums.

Some well-known natives of Alvesta are the national famous magician Joe Labero and the ATP tennis player Jonas Björkman.

The former world #1 in the same sport, Mats Wilander, was originally from Torpsbruk in the north part of the municipality.