{"id":77589,"date":"2025-04-03T14:11:48","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T12:11:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visitsmaland.se\/upptack\/batsemester\/"},"modified":"2026-05-29T15:58:56","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T13:58:56","slug":"boating-holiday","status":"publish","type":"guide","link":"https:\/\/www.visitsmaland.se\/en\/discover\/boating-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"Boating Holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Taking the sea route through the Kalmar Strait, from Tors\u00e5s to V\u00e4stervik and the beautiful Tjust Archipelago, is an experience you won\u2019t want to miss. Both Sm\u00e5land and \u00d6land offer hidden gems, whether you choose to explore mainland Sm\u00e5land or the island of \u00d6land.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n

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Along this stretch of coastline, you\u2019ll find 32 guest harbours, giving you plenty of opportunities to moor, discover new places and enjoy life at sea at your own pace. Arriving by boat from the south, you\u2019ll encounter a coastline rich in variety and experiences. You can choose to stop at one of the charming guest harbours in southern \u00d6land, where the open landscape meets the sea, or head for Bergkvara Guest Harbour in Tors\u00e5s \u2013 a welcoming harbour close to both nature and services. Continuing north through the Kalmar Strait, you\u2019ll reach Kalmar on the mainland, a historic city known for its castle and cobbled streets. Here, you\u2019ll find plenty of opportunities to take a break, enjoy city life and restock both energy and provisions.<\/p>\n

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\n The Magnificent \u00d6land Bridge <\/h3>\n
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As your journey continues, one of the coast\u2019s most impressive sights awaits \u2013 sailing beneath the mighty \u00d6land Bridge, which stretches across the strait and connects the mainland with the island of \u00d6land. An experience in itself, especially when viewed from the water. North of the bridge, the voyage continues along a coastline characterised by small towns and archipelago landscapes. You\u2019ll pass M\u00f6nster\u00e5s and continue towards Oskarshamn, where the Misterhult Archipelago unfolds with its untouched islands, sheltered bays and rich birdlife. Along the entire route, you can also make detours to \u00d6land\u2019s many guest harbours, each with its own unique character. At the northern edge of the region lies V\u00e4stervik \u2013 one of the gems of Sweden\u2019s east coast, surrounded by the Tjust Archipelago with more than 5,000 islands, islets and skerries. Here, a vibrant archipelago and picturesque harbours await.<\/p>\n

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\n Discover \u00d6land \u2013 The Island of Sun and Wind <\/h3>\n
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\u00d6land offers an exceptional combination of stunning nature, rich cultural heritage, local craftsmanship and remarkable culinary experiences. Here, you can explore charming harbours, expansive white sandy beaches and idyllic fishing villages. Visit picturesque destinations such as Byxelkrok, Borgholm and F\u00e4rjestaden, where you can enjoy cosy surroundings, excellent restaurants, local breweries and farm shops selling locally produced delicacies.<\/p>\n

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\n Explore Nature & Culture <\/h3>\n
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For those who love discovering nature on foot or by bicycle, there is a network of scenic trails that lead through a world of history and beautiful landscapes. Admire majestic castles, fascinating ancient monuments and the unique agricultural landscape of southern \u00d6land, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the way, you\u2019ll also encounter the island\u2019s iconic lighthouses \u2013 L\u00e5nge Erik in the north and Sweden\u2019s tallest lighthouse, L\u00e5nge Jan, in the south \u2013 both contributing to \u00d6land\u2019s distinctive character.<\/p>\n

And then there are the sunsets \u2013 an experience in themselves. Many visitors travel here solely to watch the sun paint the sky in brilliant colours as it slowly sinks into the sea. It\u2019s a sight you won\u2019t soon forget.<\/p>\n

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\n Bergkvara Guest Harbour and Garpen Lighthouse <\/h2>\n
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Bergkvara, the guest harbour just outside Tors\u00e5s, is located right next to Dalsk\u00e4r Camping. Here, you can wash away the stresses of everyday life and enjoy peace and tranquillity in a rural setting…