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Second-largest island in Sweden
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Öland is Sweden's second largest island; only Gotland is larger and of more importance. It lies in the Baltic Sea just off the coast of Småland, connected to the mainland by a bridge from Kalmar. Öland is popular among domestic tourists; many Swedes have had a summer cottage here for generations. Öland can be crowded by vacationers from Midsummer to mid-August.
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Borgholms slott
Ruins of a castle burnt down in the 19th century. It is not open all year round, but you can always admire it from a distance.
Agricultural landscape of southern Öland
The southern agricultural landscape of Öland is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a unique landscape with rare species and evidence of human settlements from prehistoric times. This place is often listed as one of the must-sees in Sweden by Swedish, as well as international, travel magazines.
The summer residence of the Swedish Royal Family, it has a beautiful garden.
A museum and art gallery showing the works of among others Bertil and Ulrika Wallien and Ulf Trotzig.
An old fortification stemming from the middle ages with activities for children.
An Iron Age ring fort. Extensive research during the 2010s has revealed that a massacre took place here in the late 5th century AD. Known as Sweden's Pompeii.
"fields of Neptune"
A nature reserve at the Northern tip of the island, with its lighthouse (Långe Erik).
A bird sanctuary/centre within the Ottenby Nature Reserve at the southern tip of the island, with its adjacent lighthouse Långe Jan.
Swedish cuisine, with a special focus on the local dish Kroppkaka.
A cafe, restaurant and hotel in the Färjestaden harbor.
Offer pork carved by the chefs in the restaurant and whole roasted lambs.
Pizzas and burgers.
Restaurant and cafe with a view of Borgholm castle and the Borga Hage natural reserve.
A cafe and restaurant in a beautiful villa.
Bakery, café, pizza and own coffee roasting. Seasonal opening hours.
Vineyard and distillery. Produces wine, whisky and gin.
The hotel restaurant has been awarded a star in the Michelin Guide.
Has a sauna, spa, gym and pools. The hotel bar has Sweden's largest whiskey cellar.
A hostel operated by the Swedish tourist association (STF).
By car, bike or bus
You get in by car or bus (Kalmar Länstrafik) from Kalmar over Ölandsbron, the longest bridge in Sweden. Biking over the bridge is prohibited.
By ferry
In summertime, there's a ferry from Kalmar to Färjestaden and back, on which you can bring your bike.
By yacht
Öland is a good destination for small craft.
By car
Driving is the most practical way to get around Öland outside summer, as public transport is limited. However, the roads are narrow and busy during the tourist season.
By bus
Kalmar länstrafik is responsible for transport on the island. On northern Öland (counting from Färjestaden) there are lines 101, 103, 104 and 106.
By bike
Those who want to cycle on Öland have plenty of opportunities to do so. Bicycles can be rented and packages can be booked through the tourist office.
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Kalmar · Regional · KLR
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