Sörmland & Stockholm Walking Holiday in Summer

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Day 1: Arrive Stockholm

Arrive in Stockholm and enjoy some free time to explore this picturesque city, often referred to as the ‘Venice of the North’ due to its location on 14 islands and its infinite presence of water. Stroll through 13th century Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s charming old town. Alternatively, visit the vibrant Söder neighbourhood. For those of you keen to start hiking, we can offer you an optional self guided hiking tour through Stockholm’s unique Ekopark – the world’s first National Park to be located within a bustling city, a 27 sq. km green oasis.

• Accommodation: Hellstens Malmgård Hotel, Hellsten, Hellsten Glashus, Rex Hotel or a similar 3/4-star hotel

Day 2: Tullgarn Palace to Trosa

The next morning, you start with a transfer (1h) from Stockholm to Sörmland and the impressive Tullgarn Palace, an 18th-century royal palace located on the seashore with magnificent views of the Baltic Sea. Guided tours are available (not included) and there is a nice café/restaurant. After the visit, you start your hike southwards enjoying the coastal scenery. The hike follows the Sörmlandsleden Path which winds its way for over 100 km through Sörmland. You pass by wonderful viewpoints and Kömote beach where you can take a quick swim in the sea before you continue your journey on to the seaside town of Trosa. Trosa is a charming 17th-century town called “Тhe World’s End” because of its location on the banks of the Baltic Sea with endless views of the ocean all around. Note that you can optionally shorten the hike.

• Walking for the day: 12-19km
• Accommodation: Två Små Svin B&B, Trosa Stadshotell or similar

Day 3: Stendörren and Sävö Island

This morning, a transfer (30min) is arranged for you from Trosa to Stendörren Nature Reserve, considered by many to be one of the most beautiful archipelagos in Sweden. Here you have the rest of the morning to hike across the many islands using their system of suspension bridges, visit the viewpoint and Naturum information centre, or swim in the clean, refreshing Baltic waters. You are then collected by boat from Stendörren and taken to Sävö island nature reserve (15min). Here you pick up the Sörmlandsleden hiking trail which leads you around the island. After your island hike, you are then collected again by boat and taken to Mättinge. Hike Mättinge to Nynäs manor via Sandvik beach, where you are collected and transferred back to Trosa.

• Walking for the day: 14-18km
• Accommodation: Två Små Svin B&B, Trosa Stadshotell or similarx

Day 4: Trosa Rest Day / Strandvägen Optional Walk

Today you have a free day in Trosa to visit the village, harbour, church and museum. If you feel like stretching your legs before boarding the boat then there is a short walk available through the village and along the river. You then board the boat for your journey from Sörmland to Nynäshamn (3h). Once at your accommodation, you can choose to take an evening walk enjoying the long daylight hours along Nynäshamn’s best-kept secret, Strandvägen – a small winding road following the coast. Here you enjoy stunning views across the cliffs over the open horizon. Your accommodation tonight is a 4-star spa hotel near Strandvägen with an exceptional location by the water’s edge.

• Walking for the day: 6km (optional)
• Accommodation: Nynäs Havsbad Hotel & Spa or similar

Day 5: Häringe Nature Reserve / Strandvägen and Lövhagen

Option 1: This morning you head by public transport to Häringe-Hammersta nature reserve which is located on two coastal peninsulas. It is a region of manor houses, giant oaks, broad-leaved woods, coniferous forest and saltwater bays. The deciduous forest in this area is one of the richest botanical concentrations in the Stockholm region and hosts a large number of oak trees. The birdlife is rich, and white-tailed eagles are common. At Häringe, visitors are greeted by Häringe manor from 1657, although the present exterior is a product of the 1770s. Both Gustav Vasa and Gustav II Adolf are former owners of the estate. Return by bus to Nynäshamn.

Option 2: If you didn’t fit in the walk along Strandvägen yesterday, you have another chance today. Walk directly from your hotel along beautiful Strandvägen into the Lövhagen recreation area which offers many hiking trails, swimming opportunities and great sea views. Or you can just relax in the hotel’s spa looking out across the ocean.

• Walking for the day: 10 – 15km
• Accommodation: Nynäs Havsbad Hotel & Spa or similar

Day 6: The Islands of Nåttarö, Ålö and Utö

This morning, you take the boat from Nynäshamn out into the archipelago to your first stop at Nåttarö island (20min). Nåttarö is one of the archipelago’s sandiest islands and here you can enjoy many beaches as well as views across the islands from the Bötsudden viewpoint. You then hop back on the boat and continue to Ålö island (30min), where you again explore the beautiful scenery of this peaceful island and have the chance to visit its wonderful fish restaurant offering local delicacies. You are then transferred from Ålö over the small bridge to Utö island and then all the way onto Utö’s main village, Gruvbyn. The village buzzes with life in the summer months and has a great selection of restaurants and cafes.

• Walking for the day: 12km
• Accommodation: Utö Värdshus or similar

Day 7: Tysta Klint and Island of Fjärdlång / Stockholm

After a free morning spent on Utö to optionally explore the northern end of the island by foot, you then island-hop (30min) over to neighbouring Fjärdlång island. Despite being on the edge of bustling Stockholm, Fjärdlång could not be more remote, and the whole island has been declared a nature reserve. Marked footpaths wind their way through the island’s woodland so you can spend the day hiking around the island. Don’t miss a trip to the island’s highest point, Tysta Klint, where you can admire the spectacular views over the archipelago. You then board the boat for the impressive journey back to Stockholm (3h). The boat takes you right to the centre of Stockholm, from where you are transferred the short distance to your hotel.

• Walking for the day: 10 – 15km
• Accommodation: Hellstens Malmgård Hotel, Hellsten, Hellsten Glashus, Rex Hotel or a similar 3/4-star hotel

Day 8: Departure

Departure or an extra day on request.

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Days 2 and 3 – Trosa: Två Små Svin B&B (previously Ågården Guesthouse) or Trosa Stadshotell

The oldest parts of this charming B&B are from the early 18^th century. The inn is a small, cosy guesthouse in which each room is unique. There is an impressive breakfast room as well as a delightful garden with apple trees by the river’s edge. Renovated in 2021 with a new pool area.

Trosa Stadshotell dates back to 1867 and is located right in the village square and alongside the picturesque Trosa stream, which winds its way through the village. The hotel is recently renovated and offers comfort and charm plus a well-equipped spa.

Days 4 and 5 – Nynäshamn: Nynäs Havsbad Hotel & Spa

Nynäs Havsbad is an exclusive spa hotel, exquisitely situated on the island Trehörningen, a couple of kilometres from Nynäshamn. The views across the southern archipelago from the hotel and spa are second to none. Recently renovated to a high standard. Use of spa facilities included on both days.

Day 6 – Utö Island: Utö Värdshus

Utö Värdshus is located minutes from the village and harbour perched high on a hill with wonderful views over the islands in the southern archipelago. Rooms are either located in the historical building or in cosy wooden cabins. A nice restaurant can be found at the Inn – one of the archipelago’s best!

Days 1 and 7 – Stockholm: Rex Hotel, Hellstens Malmgård Hotel, Hellsten, Hellsten Glashus

Hellsten is a 4-star hotel with a difference in the centre of Stockholm. Close to everything with quiet and intriguing rooms. Every room has its own unique atmosphere. The ingredients for this are an exciting environment and daring colours, combined with a caring staff. Hellstens Glashus is a recently opened hotel in Stockholm’s vibrant southern district Södermalm. Located close by Mariatorget, within 10 minutes walk of the old town.

Rex is a 3-star hotel located right in the city centre. This special boutique hotel offers a very homely feeling. The owner’s varying artistic and international background is reflected in the design of the hotel, its vision and the permanent exhibition of black and white photos.

Hellstens Malmgård is a newly renovated 3-star hotel recently opened in a historic building in Stockholm’s southern district Södermalm. Boutique hotel with quiet rooms, all uniquely decorated.

Hellsten is a 4-star hotel in the centre of Stockholm. Close to everything with quiet and intriguing rooms. Every room has its own unique atmosphere. The ingredients for this are an exciting environment and daring colours, combined with a caring staff.

Hellstens Glashus is a recently opened hotel in Stockholm’s vibrant southern district Södermalm. Located close by Mariatorget, within 10 minutes walk of the old town.

*Hotels are subject to availability. In case a particular hotel is fully booked for your desired dates, we will replace it with a hotel of equal or higher value and quality level. We will provide exact accommodation details to you upon booking confirmation.