Stockholm Archipelago Trail/Svartsö

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SAT Svartsö

 17.9 km

Map of Stockholm Archipelago Trail/Svartsö

The trail can begin at any of four ferry stops: 59.45885618.6767351 North Svartsö ferry stop, 59.43794618.6571122 Alsviks ferry stop, 59.45547318.7398313 Söderboudd ferry stop, or 59.44392518.6806974 Skälsvik ferry stop. The recommended direction is counterclockwise. The easy stage largely follows gravel roads through pastoral open landscapes past farms, lakes, and forest — well suited to both hikers and cyclists, with bike rental available in Alsvik and at the hotel. A central four-way junction serves as the hub of the route, with spurs leading to the various quays. Highlights include 59.43871818.6547371 Femsundviken's bathing area and the 59.43876118.6591741 Svartsö Local Heritage Site, a former mission house from the 1880s.

The island is ideal for a two-day trip: hike by day, then cycle to one of the two restaurants in the evening. Svartsö pairs well with the neighbouring stages on Brottö, Ingmarsö, Finnhamn, and Möja. 59.43810518.6417522 Svartsö kayak is available for those who want to explore by water. Pick up supplies at 59.4380518.6566191 Svartsö lanthandel. For dining, 59.43917918.6613141 Svartsö Krog and 59.44698418.6952972 Bistro Sågen are two well-known restaurants where hikers can enjoy local cuisine. For an overnight stay, 59.45752218.6772831 Skärgårdshotell is perfectly located in Norra Svartsö.