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Een passagiersboot is geland op een kade. Langs de steiger staan rode houten huisjes.

Boottochtje

Boat trip

Boating

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Sweden is a great destination for activities on lakes, canals, and oceans. Even without your own boat, you can easily access most destinations through public boat services, ferries, or boat taxis.

Cruise ship navigating through the Stockholm archipelago.

Ein Kreuzfahrtschiff durchquert die Stockholmer Schären

Kreuzfahrtschiff in den Stockholmer Schären

Cruiseschip vaart door de archipel van Stockholm.

Cruiseschip in de Stockholm archipel

Cruise ship Stockholm archipelago

Nordic adventures: Your ultimate guide to cruising in Sweden

Sweden&#x27;s coastlines, lakes, and canals offer rich cruising experiences, combining scenic beauty with cultural history. Whether exploring Viking heritage, the serene archipelagos, or visiting neighbouring countries, Swedish cruises provide a unique way to discover the country&#x27;s natural and historical treasures.

The ultimate guide to cruising in Sweden

Zwei Personen segeln in Schweden auf dem Meer im Sonnenuntergang.

Segeln in Schweden

Twee personen op een zeilboot bij de ondergaande zon.

Zeilen

Sailing

Unique places in Sweden only accessible by boat

Embraced by vast expanses of water, Sweden is adorned with hundreds of thousands of islands, offering a haven for boat enthusiasts seeking adventure. From secluded coves to bustling archipelagos and one-of-a-kind attractions, here are the places you can only reach by boat.

Discovering unique gems in Sweden accessible only by boat

A man on a timber raft in Värmland is looking through his binoculars.

Timber-rafting

Timber rafting

Timber rafting is the ultimate slow travel adventure for families and friends.

A sailboat in the ocean off the coast of Gotland.

Sailing in Sweden

Why do you almost never meet sailor Swedes in the Mediterranean in summertime? Because they are all in Sweden having the sailing time of their lives.

Arctic Sweden – a culture-rich natural wonderland

Västerbotten – a hotspot for unforgettable nature experiences

Jämtland Härjedalen – a twin province of majestic landscapes

Hälsingland – a province of cultural heritage and scenic beauty

Gästrikland – a peaceful province by the Baltic Sea

Ångermanland

Medelpad – a province on the northeast coast

Norrbotten – the far northeast of Sweden

Dalarna – a miniature Sweden rich in nature and culture

Värmland  – a lake-rich haven of natural beauty

Uppland – where Swedish history comes to life

Framfickan, Grinda

Tour the Stockholm archipelago – a three-day adventure

A paradise awash with water-based activities, you won’t have to look far for things to do in Stockholm when visiting the magnificent archipelago islands.

Stockholm – a capital built on islands and ideas

Västmanland – magnificent nature and history close to Stockholm

Sörmland – a pleasure garden studded with castles

Närke – an inland province of culture

Gothenburg – Sweden’s vibrant west coast city

Gotland – where Viking-era history meets unique natural scenery

Småland – as Swedish as it gets

Malmö – a city of contrasts and an international melting pot

Skåne – a coastal county steeped in history

West Sweden – an outdoor adventurer’s paradise

Bohuslän – a gem on the idyllic west coast of Sweden

It is summer and two people are cycling next to the water of Göta Canal. A boat travels along the canal.

Göta Canal, Östergötland

Göta Canal – Sweden's blue ribbon

Göta Canal is one of Sweden’s most popular tourist destinations. It's ideal for a memorable canal cruise across the country, and biking on the car-free towpaths that run along Göta Canal is also a beautiful way to explore this iconic waterway.

Östergötland

Västergötland – a province in West Sweden

Öland – from Swedish royalty to nature's majesty

Halland – a coastal haven for foodies and nature lovers alike

Blekinge – a small county with great archipelago adventures

Dalsland – a province in West Sweden

Sweden is a great destination for various boating activities

Want to plan your holiday based on your interests? Select activities of choice or explore Sweden geographically.

Boating

General

The ultimate guide to cruising in Sweden

Discovering unique gems in Sweden accessible only by boat

Timber rafting

Sailing in Sweden

Stockholm – a capital built on islands and ideas

Tour the Stockholm archipelago – a three-day adventure

Östergötland

Göta Canal – Sweden's blue ribbon

Västergötland – a province in West Sweden

Göta Canal – Sweden's blue ribbon