From Stockholm: Archipelago Hike to Landsort Lighthouse
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Visit Stockholm's archipelago during the idyllic off-season. Enjoy a hike through the rugged terrain of Öja island, learn about nature and history, and see the picturesque Landsort lighthouse.
Highlights
- Explore Stockholm archipelago's southmost island on an adventurous hike
- Visit Landsort - Swedens oldest lighthouse from 17th century
- Feel the breath of the Cold War era with some coastal battery from the 80's
- Enjoy a walk through an idyllic village on a remote island
Description
Road to the remote island in Stockholm archipelago in the city center in the morning. Your guide will pick you up and drive (approx. 1h) to the very outskirts of the southern archipelago. Take a ferry to Öja island (which is quite a trip itself!) and land in an idyllic village with just a handful of local residents. Start your hike around the island (approx. 11 km/easy to intermediate with option to shorten) to explore some rugged rocky terrain, forest, bird ringing station and even a natural pool. Have an outdoor lunch stop which might even turn into a cozy bbq in good weather conditions! Walk along the island to visit its famous Landsort lighthouse built in 17th century. You will see even see some relicts of the Cold War era with abandoned artillery battery its infrastructure. Learn some history, admire Swedish nature and get an impression of a local life on a remote island! Return back to the city in the late afternoon/early evening.
Includes
English/German/Swedish speaking guide
Pickup and drop-off at a convenient meeting point in central Stockholm
Transportation in a comfortable van with air conditioning
Roundtrip ferry tickets to Öja island
Outdoor lunch and fika
Comfortable waterproof backpacks for the hike (unless you are willing to use your own)
Water
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund