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Place in Uppland, Sweden
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Lidingö [ˈliːdɪŋˈø:] is a suburban island east of Stockholm in Sweden, at the innermost part of the Stockholm archipelago. With 50,000 inhabitants and a long coastline, it is known for the Millesgården sculpture museum, the annual cross-country race Lidingöloppet, and a cluster of conference hotels.
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[ˈmɪlˌəsˈgoːɖən]
The former residence and studio of world-renowned sculptor Carl Milles (1875-1955). His own work is showcased in an outdoor park with an astounding view of Stockholm Harbour. The indoor section displays Milles' collection of ancient Roman sculptures, along contemporary Swedish and international works.
[ˈbuːsˈøːn]
The Swedish Sports Confederation's training centre. Several athletes of the international elite work out here. Many training facilities are open to the public, as well as the hotel and restaurant.
Fjäderholmarna [ˈfjɛːdərˈhɔlmaɳa] is a group of small islands, with craft shops and restaurants during warm seasons (opening in late April). Several Waxholmsbolaget and Strömma boats call at the islands, as well as the local Fjäderholmslinjen.
Lidingö kyrka
A 16th-century town church on a hill at the Kyrkviken bay of the Baltic Sea. The cemetery contains graves of prominent Swedes, such as Nobel laureates Gustaf Dalén and Pär Lagerkvist, and comedians Hans Alfredson and Tage Danielsson. One of Sweden's most popular wedding churches.
This nature reserve is the home of a café/restaurant surrounded by spectacular nature and walking trails. But the area around here dates back to Viking times. Just north-west of the farm's buildings is a grave field where Viking Age residents were buried.
Runic inscription Fv1986;84. Discovered in 1984.
This 1937 Functionalist church is the largest in Lidingö parish.
[fɔgəlˈɵdə], a beach, most frequented by families.
A lake for bathing in the summer, and ice-skating in the winter.
[eːkhɔlmsˈnɛːs], a semi-artificial hill, a downhill ski slope, with equipment rental. With artificial snow, it keeps open as long as temperatures are below zero. Great view. Mountain biking during warm seasons.
A 9-hole golf course, upwards the Ekholmsnäs hill.
An 18-hole golf course, open to the public for hiking during summer, and cross-country skiing during winter.
A farm with horses, pigs, cats, dogs, rabbits, chickens, cows and sheep. There are also several boutiques with local products and during summer there is a small café.
A public swimming pool opened in 2025.
A cross-country running race, which claims to be the largest of its kind. Held annually in September, with approximately 45,000 participants, effectively doubling the island's population during the racing weekend. One of four legs of the Swedish Classic Circuit. A similar event for mountain biking is held in spring.
Lidingö Runt
Sailing race arranged since 1949. It is one of the first races in spring, attracting both professionals and leisure sailors. While most participants sail family cruisers, there are also a few extreme racers showing off. Several hundred yachts and dinghies participate. Typical time for a family cruiser in a fresh breeze on the 13.5-M course is about 2½ hr. There is nowadays a second race in middle September.
A casual chain restaurant.
A Swedish-style café and bakery.
A classical restaurant.
An 18th-century mansion open for brunch on the weekends.
At Gåshaga Marina.
A luxury chocolatier.
Alfa Hotel
Cosy 3-star breakfast hotel central Lidingö, close to Lidingö Centrum and to Stockholm. Free parking and Wi-Fi, breakfast included.
Hotel and hostel in an athletic environment.
[fɔˈrɛˈsta] near Millesgården. Great view of the Stockholm harbor.
A high-class conference hotel at the southern waterfront. Rates upon request.
A spa resort hotel targeted towards conferences. With view of the archipelago.
A conference hotel, close view of the archipelago. Rates upon request.
Yet another conference hotel. Rates upon request.
A conference hotel inspired by South Africa.
Basic shopping opportunities, including Systembolaget, H&M, an Akademibokhandeln bookstore, a Stjärnurmakarna watch store, and a jeweller.
A small shopping square with supermarket, hairdresser, a bank and a restaurant.
Lidingö is connected to Stockholm by two bridges at Ropsten, the end station of the Stockholm Metro in the Östermalm district.
Read in the guideMost of Lidingö is accessed by bus or tram 21. Timetables for the public transport on SL.se
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