Oct-2014
Meet the lovely islands of Stockholm
Huvudskär
Did you know that close by the big city of Stockholm you can find a bunch of pretty little islands? With actual beaches? And not just little pieces of land, but actual isles you can live on or simply spend the entire day at. Some of the islands still haven’t been entirely discovered, since there are so many of them…
One of the many islands in the Stockholm Archipelago
Looking on the map it seems like someone pushed down their bottle of ink as over 30.000 little spots (others tell me it’s even 50.000… nobody really knows the exact amount) represent the islands of the Stockholm Archipelago. The islands Utö, Sandhamn, Huvudskär and Grinda are a few of the most popular and accessible islands. With loads of activities for the active tourist such as sailing, kayaking, hiking, cycling, fishing and camping, you can enjoy a couple of days on these Swedish islands in an active and sporty way.
Huvudskär
Sandhamn
Huvudskär
You can visit the Stockholm Archipelago all year round, but for the culinary visitor I can highly recommend a trip in autumn. Several oysters, lobsters, crabs and shrimp are caught in this period of the year and especially the crayfish parties are great to attend! Nevertheless, the entire Swedish kitchen is worth trying, so even if you’re not that much into seafood you can enjoy lots of other delicious treats.
How do I get there?
Arlanda Airport to Stockholm City
Take the Arlanda Express. The fastest and most environmentally friendly way to travel between the Arlanda airport and the city of Stockholm. It will take you 20 minutes to get to the city with this punctual train. The Arlanda Express departs 4 to 6 times each hour from very early in the morning until after midnight. You can buy a ticket at the Arlanda airport or at Stockholm Central, but if preferred you can also book directly online!
Stockholm City to the islands
Walk or take a taxi from Stockholm Central to the harbor. In summer boats depart for Utö from Strömkajen in the Stockholm city centre. But the fastest way to get to Utö is from Årsta Brygga. Boats leave all year round from Årsta Brygga at Årsta Havsbad. You pay for the trip on the boat.
Would you like to see the video I made of my visit to the Stockholm Archipelago?
About Renate Rigters
Ever since I left my home country I felt at home at any other place I went to. I enjoy getting to know more cultures by talking to strangers and hearing their philosophy about life. Speaking with gestures when you can not find a shared language, finding places only the locals go to and learn about their customs and values. Hanging out with local people makes me happy. The experience of every new place is a step out of your comfort zone where I like to wander around until it feels like a second home.
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Ik moet echt even Zweden tips op komen doen bij jou onder het genot van een kopje meuk!
Sounds like a plan!
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