Tourist activities on
ÖLAND
Öland is a unique and multifaceted destination, located in the Baltic Sea, just outside the Swedish mainland. As Sweden's second largest island, after Gotland, Öland has a distinctive character and offers a rich mix of history, culture and natural beauty. Öland is known for its vast landscapes, its long sunny days and its fascinating nature,
Långe Jan & Långe Erik
Öland's most famous lighthouses, located at each end of the island. Långe Jan (eng: "Long Jan") is the southernmost, located at Öland's southern cape, and Långe Erik (eng. "Long Erik") is at the northern cape. Both lighthouses are not only important landmarks but also offer fantastic views and nice walks in the surroundings. Långe Jan is also an excellent place to experience Öland's unique birdlife.
Stora alvaret
This vast limestone area is one of Öland's most unique landscapes. Alvaret is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and is characterized by open, barren landscapes, where both flora and fauna thrive in the limestone-rich soil. It is perfect for those who like hiking and want to experience unusual and beautiful nature.
Borgholm Castle
The impressive Borgholm Castle is a historic ruin located on a hill by the Kalmar Sound. The castle was built in the 13th century and has a long and dramatic history. Today you can explore the ruins of the castle, enjoy stunning views of the sea and learn more about its fascinating past. During the summer months, events and exhibitions are often held at the castle.
Eketorps Borg
A reconstructed ancient castle located in the southern part of Öland. Here you can experience what life was like during the Iron Age, with reconstructed buildings, craft demonstrations and guides who tell you about the history of the castle and the lives of the inhabitants. Eketorps Borg is both educational and fascinating for the whole family.
Solliden
The Solliden Palace is the summer residence of the Swedish royal family and is beautifully located by the sea in Borgholm. The palace and its gardens are open to the public during the summer. The gardens are a feast for the eyes with their beautiful flower arrangements and the royal atmosphere. A perfect stop if you want to feel a bit of royal elegance.
Blå Jungfrun
Blå Jungfrun, or Blåkulla, is a mythical island in the Kalmar Sound and a national park. The island's terrain is hilly with caves and geological formations. On a cliff there is a Trojan Castle, where visitors can wish for fertility, good fishing luck or calm seas. According to the myth, taking a stone from the island brings bad luck, and every year the municipality of Oskarshamn gets stones back from tourists who regretted it. During the summer there are boat trips to Blå Jungfrun from Byxelkrok with M/S Solkust.
Neptuni Fields
Neptuni fields are a widespread cobblestone field along the coast north of Byxelkrok in Böda parish on Öland. It was named by Carl von Linné in 1741 after the Roman sea god Neptune. On the otherwise almost completely vegetation-free seawalls, blue fire blooms in large quantities during the summer. The area is a nature reserve.
Capellagården
Capellagården in Vickleby was founded in 1960 by the furniture designer Carl Malmsten and his wife Siv, with the vision of creating "a school for creative work". Here, courses are offered in ceramics, gardening, furniture, textiles and building maintenance. Capellagården has become a well-known meeting place for people interested in crafts and culture from both Sweden and the world, and consists of workshops and housing for students.
