Friday, August 15, 2014

The incomparable Stockholm archipelago

The Stockholm archipelago forms an area of ​​about 30 000 islands, islets and reefs, which extends into the Baltic to 80 km to the east of the city. There are large uninhabited islands known for their summer activities, but also simple rocky or grassy reefs sometimes visited by a lone seal, sometimes by a kayaker.

Accessible year round
The ferry is the preferred way to discover the Swedish archipelago (Skärgården). Whether you go for five weeks or just for five hours, tickets are sold by Cinderella and Waxholmsbolaget companies.

activities
Boating, hiking, fishing, sea kayaking, cycling, swimming, sand ice ... not to mention the gathering of wild fruits and mushrooms in August in August and September. Cook your own fish on barbecues and camping or enjoy the harvest of the day in one of the famous restaurants and Fjäderholmarna Grinda islands.

accommodation
Once the refuge of farmers and fishermen, the Stockholm archipelago - the largest in Sweden - is now a resort for wealthier Stockholm's and there are no more 50,000 second homes, red wooden houses one piece to large villas worthy of winning the lottery. But no need to be a local resident to spend the night there. There are many campsites, youth hostels and houses for rent, but also traditional inns and chic hotels.

You can also make trips by Zodiac in the archipelago, and if you find yourself stuck on an island and you need quickly in the city, there are also water taxis serving the archipelago.

When to go?
The archipelago is a popular destination for holidaymakers, but the visit year-round to enjoy its beauty.

Source: http://www.visitsweden.com/

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