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Winter swim
Most people prepare for their icy winter swim in a sauna. When they are warm enough, it's time to brave the cold water through a break in the ice.
Photo credit: Helena Wahlman/imagebank.sweden.se
5 nature experiences in Stockholm
Wherever you are in Stockholm you are pretty close to nature, water and islands. Here is a list of 5 nature must-sees in Stockholm. Some are more adventurous than others and you can just stroll around in the big parks as well.
Last updated 11 March 2022
Winter swim
Most people prepare for their icy winter swim in a sauna. When they are warm enough, it's time to brave the cold water through a break in the ice.
Photo: Helena Wahlman/imagebank.sweden.se
Hellasgården
If you’re looking for recreational activities in Swedish nature, Hellasgården has it all. Located only 20 minutes from Stockholm city, this outdoor activity centre offers activities such as swimming, fishing, canoeing and cycling.
HellasgårdenKayak in Stockholm archipelago
Kayaking in the beautiful archipelago of Stockholm, with True Nature Sweden.
Photo: True Nature Sweden
Kayaking in Stockholm Archipelago
Stockholm city is built upon 14 islands, and in the archipelago just outside the city you’ll find nearly 30 000 more. Can’t choose what island to visit? Go on a kayak tour with True Nature Sweden to find all the hidden gems.
Kayaking in Stockholm ArchipelagoIce skating in the nature of Stockholm
Ice skating in the archipelago of Stockholm.
Photo: Henrik Trygg/mediabank.visitstockholm.com
Ice skating in Stockholm
Ever tried ice skating across frozen lakes? Sure, it might sound a bit scary, but with the guided tours offered by Green Trails you’ll be in safe hands.
Ice skating in StockholmSummer at Tantolunden, Stockholm
Swimming at Tantolunden, in central Stockholm. .
Photo: Visit Stockholm
Swimming in the city
There is water virtually everywhere you look in Stockholm. And in fact, the water is so clean and clear that you can go for a swim in the middle of town.
Swimming in the cityHiking along Sörmlandsleden
Sörmlandsleden is one of the longest hiking trails in Scandinavia.
Photo: Karin Reibring/Sörmlandsleden
Hiking the Sörmland Trail (Sörmlandsleden)
The Sörmland trail, or Sörmlandsleden, is more than 1000 kilometers long and one of the longest hiking trails in Scandinavia, with many starting points easily accessible by public transport from Stockholm city.
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