Things to Do around Vaxholm

Vaxholm offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. The region features over 130 routes across these sports. These activities allow exploration of the archipelago environment, coastlines, and nature reserves.

Popular hiking trails include the Blue Trail, a 35 km (21.7 mi) route with 12 km (7.5 mi) through Bogesund Nature Reserve, and Stortallsrundan, a 9.9 km (6.2 mi) trail. Other options are Dammstakärrsrundan (10.8 km / 6.7 mi) and shorter routes like Strömmingsrundan (5 km / 3.1 mi or 10 km / 6.2 mi) on Vaxön. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Vaxholm guide.

Vaxholm offers various cycling routes, including options for touring and gravel biking. Bogesund Nature Reserve has dedicated cycle paths suitable for mountain biking. Notable gravel routes include the 28.1 km (17.5 mi) "Lidingö Gravel - north side" and the 35.1 km (21.8 mi) "Bogesund Castle – Vaxholm–Rindö Ferry loop." More information is available in the Cycling around Vaxholm guide.

Vaxholm provides several scenic jogging tracks. The Eriksö jogging track is a 2 km (1.2 mi) electrically lit trail along the water. The Tenö jogging track offers 2.5 km (1.6 mi) and 5 km (3.1 mi) loops. On eastern Rindö, there is an electrically lit trail with loops of 1.2 km (0.7 mi), 2.7 km (1.7 mi), and 4.4 km (2.7 mi). Find more routes in the Running Trails around Vaxholm guide.

Vaxholm offers trails suitable for various skill levels, including easier routes that can be enjoyed by families. Shorter trails like the 5 km (3.1 mi) Strömmingsrundan on Vaxön provide accessible options. Bogesund Nature Reserve also contains paths that are less strenuous. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified by checking trail difficulty ratings.

Vaxholm is characterized by its archipelago environment, featuring salt-sprayed coastlines and quiet island nature. Key natural attractions include Bogesund Nature Reserve, known for its forests and ancient oak hills, and Kullö Nature Reserve, which spans 27 hectares and boasts diverse ecosystems. The region also has popular bathing spots like Norrhamnsbadet and Tenöbadet.

Bogesund Nature Reserve is an extensive area with miles of paths through beaches, broadleaf forests, and ancient oak hills. It features traces of Viking history and marked cycle paths suitable for mountain biking. The reserve is a significant natural attraction within Vaxholm.

Vaxholm is easily accessible from Stockholm year-round. Visitors can reach the region by boat or bus. This accessibility makes it a convenient destination for a quick escape to an idyllic archipelago setting.

Yes, komoot offers several guides for Vaxholm. These include Hiking around Vaxholm, Cycling around Vaxholm, and Running Trails around Vaxholm. Additional guides cover Gravel biking, Road Cycling, and MTB Trails.

Routes in Vaxholm have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on experiences shared by more than 8,000 visitors. The high average rating indicates a positive experience for outdoor enthusiasts in the region.

For visitor information, the Vaxholm Municipality switchboard can be reached at +46854170800. The Vaxholm Tourist Office also provides information and can be contacted at 08-541 314 80. Further details are available on the official website, vaxholm.se.