The large nature reserve Stora Mosse stretches in this municipality and the adjacent Gnosjö Municipality; in total it covers some 100 square kilometres (39 sq mi), whereof 77 square kilometres (30 sq mi) has been marked as nature reserve.

It is easily accessible by car, guided tours are regularly conducted, and the total walking road adds up to 50 km.

In the municipality is also the horse track Vaggerydstravet located, with full rights for betting.

Recently, the "Vaggeryd model" has been thought up by some locals and has since been adapted by some 30 other municipalities of Sweden.

[4] Residents include everyone registered as living in the district, regardless of age or citizenship status.

Valid voters indicate Swedish citizens above the age of 18 who therefore can vote in general elections.