Geology on Öland (GeoPark Öland)

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Geology on Öland (GeoPark Öland)

On Öland, from the north to the south, visitors can catch exciting glimpses of the island´s fascinating geological history. In the limestone quarries with their steep walls, you can ponder the evolution since the time when clay particles and chalky sludge deposits started to form Öland´s sedimentary bedrock with its fossilised octopi and other prehistoric animals. Each millimetre of limestone represents 1,000 years!

Do & See

Beaches where children can play, and where you can take a refreshing dip. Art and handicraft for all tastes. Swedish and Scandinavian history. Entertainment ranging from zoo to night clubs.

Biking Trails

The cycle paths are clearly marked along Öland’s byways. The Ölandsleden cycle path’s 45 kilometres take you over the whole island, or you can choose a shorter section. The Sverigeleden path runs from the Öland Bridge to Grankullavik. The Ecopark cycle path runs for forty kilmotres in Böda Forest. Böda Forest is one of …

Hiking trails

There are plenty of long-distance footpaths and marked trails on Öland. Böda long-distance footpath, a 50 km long trail that runs from Byerum Sandvik to Nabbelund on north Öland, is part of Sveaskog’s Ecopark. Hälsans Stig, or the “Path to Health,” is a wonderful trail in Borgholm on central Öland in a varied environment. …

Böda Ecopark

Böda ecopark is a singularly inviting landscape on Öland’s most northerly point. It offers everything from barren sand-dunes and storm-tossed pine trees, to calcareous pine forests interspersed with meadowland containing a diverse range of orchids and lush groves of deciduous trees including giant oaks. Böda does not just have a fascinating natural environment to …

Borgholm Castle

Borgholm Castle

Borgholm Castle, “the finest ruin in the Nordic region,” is a structure that it is hard to imagine leaves any visitor unmoved. Its size is overwhelming and its setting is fascinating. Wander through the Castle’s state apartments and feel the echoes of history. Ascend one floor and enjoy the fantastic view over the castle’s …

Stora Alvaret

Stora Alvaret is a 37 kilometre long and 15 kilometre wide area of barren limestone plain covering the southern parts of Öland. The area comprises a quarter of the island’s total area. Alvaret’s principal distinguishing feature is treeless moorland with the bedrock consisting of Ordovician limestone, often exposed or only covered with a thin …

Geology on Öland (GeoPark Öland)

Geology on Öland (GeoPark Öland)

On Öland, from the north to the south, visitors can catch exciting glimpses of the island´s fascinating geological history. In the limestone quarries with their steep walls, you can ponder the evolution since the time when clay particles and chalky sludge deposits started to form Öland´s sedimentary bedrock with its fossilised octopi and other …

Lådbilslandet (Cartie Country)

Lådbilslandet (Cartie Country)

Lådbilslandet (Cartie Country) is aimed at children between 2 and 10 years old. Located near Löttorp on the north of the island, Lådbilslandet is one of Öland's biggest tourist attractions. Children can drive their own "soap box cars" in a miniature town centered around a church, on roads that wind across the landscape. The cars have …

Paradisverkstaden Ceramic Workshop

Paradisverkstaden Ceramic Workshop

Paradisverkstaden is a family business that designs and produces ceramics in its workshop and studio on Öland. It all started at Capellagården, Carl Malmsten’s school in Vickleby on Öland. Olof trained as a potter and Eva as a textile artist. After further training and practice in France and Denmark, they started Paradisverkstaden in 1975. From …

Hiking in the World Heritage of Southern Öland

Hiking in the World Heritage of Southern Öland

In the unique world heritage there are a lot of hiking trails - longer ones and shorter ones. They are generally easily accessible and gives the opportunity to see unique views. There are a total of eleven trails in the World Heritage of Southern Öland. Below is a list of 11 hiking trails put …

J.A.G.S Museum

Welcome to Gustaf-Jons world of imagination created by characters from fairy tales, myths, history and the …

Lighthouse Långe Erik

Lighthouse Långe Erik

The lighthouse Långe Erik, located on northern Ölandis is a 32 meter high lighthouse, built of limestone. There are 138 steps to the …

Ekerum Resort Öland

Ekerum Resort Öland

Ekerum Resort Öland is more than golf. We offer a wide range of activities to our guests, such as paddle tennis, boule, football, running tracks, mountain bikes, yoga, tennis, gym and spa. Perhaps it's the combination of our amazing kitchen, cosy spa and emphasis on having an active lifestyle that make Ekerum one of Sweden’s …