Walking the Sörmland Trail

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Day 1: Arrive in Stockholm

Arrive in Stockholm and enjoy some free time to explore this picturesque city, often referred to as Venice of the North, due to its location on 14 islands. Stroll through the Söder neighbourhood and 13th-century Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s charming Old Town. 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 27km² green oasis.

• Accommodation: Hellstens Malmgård Hotel, Hellsten, Hellsten Glashus, Rex Hotel or similar

Day 2: Tullgarn Palace to Trosa | 15-20km

Transfer (1h) to Sörmland and the impressive Tullgarn Palace, an 18th-century royal palace located on the waterfront, with magnificent views of the Baltic Sea. Guided tours are available (not included) and there is a lovely café/restaurant. After the visit, start your hike southwards, enjoying the coastal scenery. The hike follows the Sörmlandsleden Path, which winds its way for over 1000km through Sörmland. You pass by wonderful viewpoints and Kömote beach, where you can take a quick swim before you continue your journey to the seaside town of Trosa. Trosa is a charming 17th-century town otherwise known as World’s End, because of its location on the banks of the Baltic Sea with panoramic views of the ocean. Note: there is also an option to shorten this hike.

• Walking for the day: 15-20km
• Accommodation: Tre Små Rum B&B or similar (note that the rooms have shared facilities)

Day 3: Stendörren and Sävö Island | 14-18km

This morning, a transfer (30mins) 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 its many islands using their system of suspension bridges. Head to the viewpoint and Naturum Information Centre, or swim in the refreshing Baltic waters. You then take a boat from Stendörren to Sävö Island Nature Reserve (boats sail every 15mins). Here you pick up the Sörmlandsleden Trail, which leads you around the island. After your island hike, take the boat to Mättinge, where you once again pick up the Sörmlandsleden Trail and follow it to the 17th-century Nynäs Manor House via Sandvik beach. At the end of this day of walking, there is a transfer from Nynäs back to Trosa.

• Walking for the day: 14-18km
• Accommodation: Tre Små Rum B&B or similar (note that the rooms have shared facilities)

Day 4: Trosa Rest Day / Nyköping | 8km

Today you have a free day in Trosa to visit the village, harbour, church and museum. If you feel like stretching your legs, then there is a short walk available through the village and along the river. You then take the bus from Trosa to Nyköping, a historic city with a vibrant harbour. This afternoon, take the walkway along the River Nyköping from the harbour through the town centre to open countryside. Highlights along the way include Nyköpingshus Castle, Hållet Nature Reserve, Slabro rock carvings some fascinating bridges. After crossing the open countryside, your walk ends at Oppeby, from where you take the bus back to Nyköping. This evening take a stroll down through the busy harbour and enjoy its vibrant atmosphere.

• Walking for the day: 8km
• Accommodation: Clarion Collection Hotel Kompaniet or similar

Day 5: Nyköping to Nävekvarn | 17.5km

A transfer in the morning takes you through the Kiladalen region to Lake Nävsjön. When you walk through the Nävsjön Nature Reserve the pines surrounding you are more than 250 years old, with many 350 years old. Your hike starts with an 8km loop around the lake, hugging the shores and offering plenty of places and enjoy the waterfront views. After completing the loop, continue along the Sörmlandsleden Trail towards Nävekvarn. The trail now takes you through a tranquil forest as you make your way towards the shore of Bråviken Bay. Following the shore, start your ascent to Nävekvarn Klint hilltop, with far-stretching views across Bråviken. Take your time before descending to the seaside town of Nävekvarn, also rich in mining history. Nävekvarn is a true hiker’s paradise thanks to the many Sörmlandsleden trails that start and end here in the little village.

• Walking for the day: 17.5km
• Accommodation: Marinans Guesthouse or similar (note that the rooms have shared facilities)

Day 6: Nävekvarn loop walk | 14km

Take the bus from Nävekvarn to Buskhyttan, from where you then walk about 4km to Koppartorp. Once at Koppartorp, there is a selection of loop walks to fill your day. One loop takes you around the foot of Kummelberget, another loop takes you through a former mining district, and the third loop takes you up Simonberget where you can enjoy fantastic views across the countryside. Once back down from the heights of Simonberget, wander over to Koppartorp, a district rich in culture and history where you can visit the local folklore museum, church dating back to 1620 and a mining museum from the 14th century. It’s a short walk back to Buskhyttan where you take the bus back to Nävekvarn for an afternoon exploring the little island Skäret, on Nävekvarn’s doorstep.

• Walking for the day: 14km
• Accommodation: Marinans Guesthouse or similar (note that the rooms have shared facilities)

Day 7: Nävekvarn to Nyköping | 18km

Your hike starts directly from Nävekvarn following the spectacular Bråviken coast, enjoying coastal scenery from both the water’s edge and from hilltops along the way. This is a beautiful stretch of coastline of which the Sörmlandsleden Trail takes maximum advantage. Take a break from the trails and enjoy the handful of beaches that you pass along the way. A transfer meets you at the end of the day’s hike and takes you back to the busy harbour at Nyköping.

• Walking for the day: 18km
• Accommodation: Clarion Collection Hotel Kompaniet or similar

Day 8: Departure

After breakfast, it is time for your holiday walking the Sörmland Trail to come to an end. If you have extra time today, then you can follow the Sörmlandsleden heading southwards towards Lindbacke-Svanbacke Nature Reserve and Ryssberget Nature Reserve, both with great views over Kiladalen.

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Day 1 – Stockholm: Rex Hotel, Hellstens Malmgård Hotel, Hellsten, Hellsten Glashus

Hellsten is a 4-star hotel with a difference in the centre of Stockholm, in the Södermalm district. Close to everything with quiet and intriguing rooms. Every room has its own design and colour scheme.

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

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

Hellstens Glashus is in Stockholm’s vibrant southern district Södermalm. Located close to Mariatorget, within a 10mins walk of the Old Town.

Days 2 and 3 – Trosa: Tre Små Rum B&B – located on one of Trosa’s prettiest streets between the harbour and town square. Parts of the building date from the 18th century. All rooms are recently and charmingly refurbished. Swimming pool for guests. Shared facilities between 2-3 rooms. Upgrade to rooms with private facilities available on request.

Days 4 and 7 – Nyköping: Clarion Collection Hotel Kompaniet – located right next to the beautiful River Nyköping. Its outdoor terrace is known to be one of the best places to enjoy an alfresco drink in Nyköping and is just a short walk from the city’s vibrant harbour. Relax area with a jacuzzi and sauna available at the hotel. Upgrade to a superior room at a supplement is possible on request.

Days 5 and 6 – Nävekvarn: Marinans Guesthouse – located a stone’s throw from Nävekvarn’s lively harbour, it’s a wonderful restoration of the former Nävekvarn Works. Large kitchen and lounge area available to all guests. Rooms have shared facilities and upgrades to rooms with facilities are available on request.

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