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Archipelagos

Explore and choose the right archipelago in Sweden to enjoy your holiday.

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Göteborg

Stockholm

Västsverige

Eine Schäreninsel mit einem Anleger an dem zahlreiche Schiffchen weilen.

Göteborger Schärengarten

L'archipel de Göteborg

Een kleine jachthaven tussen enkele kliffen in de archipel. Kleine motorboten en zeilboten liggen aan de kade en er zijn verschillende kleine boothuisjes op de kliffen.

Göteborg archipel

Gothenburg archipelago

Sweden's archipelagos – seaside adventures and coastal gems

From Swedish Lapland in the far north, via the coastline to the deep south, and stretching up the west coast, Sweden boasts several archipelagos and thousands of islands. The Swedish archipelagos are characterised by beautiful scenery, untouched nature and islands with few inhabitants. Here are a few suggestions of coastal gems and seaside adventures to get a taste of Swedish island life.

Medelpad

Norrbotten

Västerbotten – a hotspot for unforgettable nature experiences

Ångermanland

Swedish Lapland – a culture-rich natural wonderland

Jämtland Härjedalen – a twin province with majestic scenery

Hälsingland – a world of cultural heritage and untouched nature

Gästrikland – a peaceful county by the Baltic Sea

Dalarna – a miniature Sweden rich in nature and culture

Fjäderholmarna, Stockholm archipelago

Getting around Stockholm archipelago

Island hopping, a scenic cruise or a longer stay on your favourite island? Here’s how to travel in Stockholm archipelago.

Arrival in Sandhamn, Stockholm

10 reasons to visit Stockholm’s archipelago off-season

Going to Stockholm off-season? Great! Save money, discover more local gems and experience Swedish traditions easier when there is less tourists.

Stockholm archipelago

Explore Stockholm archipelago

The Stockholm archipelago of 30,000 islands, skerries and rocks fans out 80 kilometres east from the city, into the Baltic Sea. The excellent boat connections make the islands accessible to visitors, who can enjoy swimming, outdoor activities, traditional Swedish cuisine – and the fresh archipelago air.

Stockholm – the capital of Scandinavia

Sörmland – a pleasure garden studded with castles

Uppland – where Swedish history comes to life

Värmland  – a lake-rich haven of natural beauty

Västmanland – magnificent nature and history close to Stockholm

Närke

Blekinge – a small county with great archipelago adventures

Bohuslän – a gem on the idyllic west coast of Sweden

Dalsland

Gotland – where Viking-era history meets unique natural scenery

Vrångö island outside Gothenburg

Island walks in the archipelago

With over 20 islands, the archipelago of Gothenburg is full of seaside gems. Head to the southernmost island of Vrångö for a tranquil walk on a car-free island.

Gothenburg – Sweden’s second largest city

Halland – a coastal haven for foodies and nature lovers alike

Malmö – a city of contrasts and an international melting pot

Skåne – a coastal county steeped in history

Småland – as Swedish as it gets

Västergötland

Suburban white houses with tiled roofs overlook the ocean in Bihuslän.

Suburban west coast

Sweden’s west coast and islands

Sweden’s west coast stretches from Gothenburg up to the border with Norway. Along the coast feast on some of the world&#x27;s best seafood, spot seals from a kayak, have a floating sauna and soak in a seaweed bath at a spa.

West Sweden

Experience Öland: From Swedish royalty to nature's majesty

Östergötland

Archipelagos in Sweden

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

Archipelagos

General

Sweden's archipelagos – seaside adventures and coastal gems

Stockholm – the capital of ScandinaviaStockholm – the capital of Scandinavia

Getting around Stockholm archipelago

10 reasons to visit Stockholm’s archipelago off-season

Explore Stockholm archipelago

Gothenburg – Sweden’s second largest cityGothenburg – Sweden’s second largest city

Island walks in the archipelago

West SwedenWest Sweden

Sweden’s west coast and islands