The coastline of Sweden
The rocky coastline of Sweden is dotted with thousands of small islands, some green and lush, others craggy and barren. There are five main archipelagos on the eastern and the western sides of the country, particularly around Gothenburg and Stockholm.
Steep cliffs, rolling hills and narrow valleys sit side-by-side calm lakes and deep bays along the High Coast on the Gulf of Bothnia. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site situated on the east coast of Sweden.
Along the coast of Sweden and its archipelagos there are many watersports to enjoy, including yachting, canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing, kite boarding and water skiing. For nature lovers, the wildlife and in particular the seals, sea birds and sea life are a treat.
Approaching Beauty on Water – The route from the outer islands of the archipelago to the city of Stockholm is an enchantment in itself.
Winds are formed where you least expect them. Even for the experienced amateur sailor, sailing in Swedish waters takes on a whole new and unexpected meaning. Not only because of the varied coastlines around Sweden, but also due to the large lakes which have excellent water for sailing by pleasure boat.
Magnificent seascapes of endless diversity. Central Sweden´s eastern coastline is graced by a long string of spectacular archipelago seascapes, with tens of thousands of islands, islets and skerries of diverse character, spanning from the barren and dramatic to the lush and leafy.
The long, languishing coastlines that lie to the east and west in southern Sweden are dotted with fishing harbours and marinas, coastal towns and beach resorts set against a natural backdrop that is as uniquely Swedish as it is gorgeous. Just off the coast, the islands of Gotland and Öland are waiting to show you their charms.