Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Bratten, is contained in a series of narrow alleyways, clustered around the church. The
main reason to come here is to visit the island's family-friendly beach, Brattenbadet , a
five-minute walk north of the ferry jetty.
Vrångö
If you're looking for unspoilt nature aplenty, a beguiling shoreline punctuated with
skerries and islets and a perfect place to get away from it all, the furthest of the main
islands, candle-shaped VRÅNGÖ , is sure to please. Its one small village lies on the
island's west coast, opposite where the ferry from Saltholmen puts in. From the jetty,
turn left for the undulating walking path that leads around the island's southernmost
point to the village. On the way you'll pass a perfect lagoon with a great beach and a
spit of flat stone forming one side. Beyond here are countless creeks and bays where
you can sunbathe naked, should you choose, undisturbed. The path continues north of
the village, cutting through a nature reserve, on its way back to the ferry quay on the
eastern shore.
ARRIVAL AND INFORMATION
GOTHENBURG ARCHIPELAGO
By boat Ferries run every hour or two from Saltholmen to
Brännö (20min), Styrsö (30min) and Vrångö (50min);
detailed timetables can be found at W styrsobolaget.se.
Travel cards are valid on board the boats - simply flash your
card at the card reader as you board - no extra ticket is
needed, and bikes go free.
Useful websites Information for the main islands can be
found at W branno.nu,
W styrso.nu (in Swedish) and
W vrango.com.
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ACCOMMODATION AND EATING
Pensionat Baggen Brännö T 031 97 38 80 ,
W brannovardshus.se. Located in the middle of the island
(ask for directions), this cosy guesthouse has simple double
rooms with shared facilities. 920kr/795kr
Värdshus Brännö. Next door to the Pensionat Baggen ,
with mains at around 250kr. Open for lunch and dinner.
The Bohuslän coast
A chain of islands linked by a thread of bridges and short ferry crossings make up the
region of Bohuslän where, despite the summer crowds, it's still easy enough to find a
private spot to swim. Sailing is also a popular pastime among the many Swedes who
have summer cottages here, and all the way along the coast you'll see yachts gliding
through the water. Another feature of the Bohuslän landscape you can't fail to miss is
the large number of churches here. The region has a long tradition of religious
observance, fuelled in the early nineteenth century by the dogmatic Calvinist
clergyman Henric Schartau, who believed that closed curtains were a sign of sin within
- even today, many island homes still have curtainless windows. The churches, dating
from the 1840s up to the early twentieth century, are mostly white, simple affairs, and
look like windmills without sails. Once you've seen the inside of one you've mostly seen
them all, but the few that are exquisite or unusual have been highlighted in the guide.
Each church is usually open between 10am and 3pm, but the clergyman invariably
lives next door and will be happy to unlock the building at other times.
Marstrand
About 50km northwest of Gothenburg, the island town of MARSTRAND buzzes with
activity in the summer, as holiday-makers come to sail, bathe and take one of the
highly entertaining historical tours around its impressive castle , Carlstens fästning.
With ornate wooden buildings lining the bustling harbour , Marstrand is a delightful
place to visit and, as an easy day-trip from Gothenburg, it shouldn't be missed.
 
 
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