Lidingo Island is situated in the sheltered inner archipelago of Stockholm and offers activities for young and old alike. It is easy to get to the Swedish capital from here, if you can tear yourself away from the sights of Lidingo. Discover an outdoor haven with a cultural heritage well worth exploring.
This island has been inhabited since the Viking Age and there are 25 ancient monuments to prove it. If you want to learn more about the history of the island, Lidingo Museum shows how the agricultural district progressed into a modern society. Make sure you visit Millesgarden Museum if you are interested in art and sculpture. Artist couple Carl and Olga Milles used to live in Herserudsklippan in the early 1900s, and nowadays it is a popular gallery surrounded by a sculpture park.
Climb to the top of the partly man-made Ekholmsnasbacken Hill to marvel at the views over the island. Visit Langangen-Elfviks Nature Reserve for a chance to see red foxes and deer, or to relax in the woods. Enjoy highlights such as the chocolate factory, the coffee roasting-house and the several rural farm shops. Explore a wide variety of elegant cafés, shops and restaurants when you visit this Swedish gem.
If you choose a weekend trip to Lidingo there are plenty of sports facilities here, which is why Lidingo is nicknamed Health Island. You may want to plan your visit around Lidingoloppet, the 30 kilometre race that takes place every year in August. This event is part of an endurance contest known as "A Swedish Classic" - the world's largest off-road race. Apply now if you are brave enough to participate.
For a slightly more relaxing day trip, take a ferry to Fjaderholmarna, a gorgeous group of islands and islets within the Lidingo municipality. This picturesque part of the Stockholm archipelago offers great spots for outdoor swimming, as well as a pottery workshop and galleries. Fjaderholmarna consists of four islands and several small islets full of nesting sea birds. Find a private cliff if you want to relax, enjoy the sun and listen to the sound of waves lapping gently against the shore.
Book a holiday in Lidingo if you want to explore the numerous activities and sights available to you. This is the perfect destination for those who want to combine a visit to the capital with a trip to Sweden's unique archipelago.
