Vaxholm

After a quick survey among my acquaintances, I realise that most have never visited Vaxholm, a surprising discovery and an incentive to writing this article.

Vaxholm and its neighbourhood have a long history behind it. Vikings lived in the area a thousand years ago and today Vaxholm boasts such celebrities as Börje Salming and Ingemar Stenmark. The Municipality of Vaxholm consists of 64 islands however there is much to discover during a visit and everywhere you are close to water.

Summer is that time of year that Vaxholm comes alive with life and movement. As a boat traffic intersection of the middle archipelago and northern archipelago, there are always lots of boats in the harbour and ice-cream-eating holiday-makers wandering around. Devote yourself to the idyllic archipelago and stroll around awhile in the central parts of Vaxholm. Visit Vaxholm's church and sit down for a cup of coffee at a café or take a look at the local art at one of the city's galleries.

If you feel like swimming, there are plenty of alternatives to choose from. Norrhamnen is a small swimming spot with both a beach and cliff rocks right in the city core of Vaxholm. After a dip in the sea, I recommend a visit to Vaxholm's Citadel and Bistro. The citadel was built by Gustav Vasa and there is a lot of interesting history to find out about at the fort museum.

On certain Saturdays during the summer you can also visit Badholmen where different bands play. Here there is a small beach, a bar and a restaurant. On pretty summer evenings the mood is always at its peak and it almost feels as if you are abroad.

Finally, I would like to encourage everyone who has not yet visited Vaxholm to take some time and make a trip to this treasure. You will certainly not regret it!

By: Lisa, editor