Stockholm

Citizens from countries outside the European Union, like the United States, are required to present a passport valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay in Sweden.

There are some goods that are restricted to import to Sweden. Goods like firearms, dangerous articles, narcotics, animals and medicine. You can’t bring goods from endangered species (CITES) into Sweden at any time without special permit. Goods that you are using during your trip like clothes, cameras can be brought into Sweden duty-free. If you are arriving to Sweden from a non EU-country you can only bring goods with you (not alcohol or tobacco) for a maximum of (430 €) 4 300 SEK if you travel with a commercial airline or ferryline or (300 €) 3 000 SEK if you travel in any other way without paying any duty or tax.

Import restrictions apply to the following: Narcotics, injection syringes, drugs, arms and ammunition, knives and similar weapons (for example stiletto blades), some animal food items and live animals, including birds, fish and reptiles. As from 3 July 2004 there are new rules with regard to import of pets. Dogs, cats and ferrets traveling within or re-entering the EU now require a passport.

The currency of Stockholm Sweden is the krona(SEK) or crown.

Day 1: Napoleon viken 6NM

Napoleon viken is a short 6NM sail from the marina. Drop anchor and sway, or moor Swedish style with bow first using the stern anchor. This is a popular bay for weekend sailors, where you can enjoy the well-protected bay and evening sun. Mind the rock on the way in through the channel!

Day 2: Bullerö 15NM

Head on a 15NM sail to lovely Bullerön – the Bullerö archipelago alone includes 900 islands! This beautiful island has interesting footpaths, a sauna and a museum which was the artist Bruno Liljefor’s old hunting house. The bay is protected for winds from NW to E. If winds are from the south, head towards Nämdö and the northern bay Skärvassa where you also find a sauna. On Nämdö, there is a supermarket and a restaurant as well.

Day 3: Sandhamn 7.5NM

Head for the hustle and bustle in Sandhamn, a famous sailing spot with many restaurants, shops, a bakery and things to see. Don´t miss the loveliest beach in the archipelago, Trouville, on the southeast part of the island.

Day 4: Möja 10NM

Around Möja you can pick a charming, natural harbour, like one on the island of Ostholmen, or head for the guest harbor on Möja to visit the restaurants and supermarket.

Day 5: Gällnö 11NM

Anchor in the bay of Hemfladen and visit one of the best-preserved island villages in the archipelago. There is a newly opened restaurant if you fancy a meal out. If you want more restaurants, shops and a guest harbour, sail further to Grinda.

Day 6: Stockholm Djurgården 21NM

Don´t miss the opportunity to stay a night at the royal island Djurgården, close to downtown Stockholm. Visit the Vasa museum, Skansen, the ABBA museum or Gröna Lund and enjoy dinner at one of the city’s many restaurants.

Day 7: Saltsjöbaden

You will most certainly enjoy the lovely cruise from Stockholm out to Saltsjöbaden. Pass through the narrow Baggensstäket, where Sweden’s last battle took place 1719 – both the Russians and Swedes thought they won! We advise that you tune in and listen carefully on the VHF when you enter the channel. You don’t want to meet one of Waxholmsbolagets cruising boats at the wrong place in this narrow sound.  

Day 1: Napoleon viken

Just a short 6 NM sail from the marina. Drop anchor and sway, or moor Swedish style with bow first using the stern anchor. This is a popular bay for weekend sailors – enjoy the well-protected bay and evening sun.

Day 2:  Popular island Utö

Home to several restaurants and shops. Rent a bicycle and go around the island on a nice day. Don’t miss the restaurant Båtshaket between Utö and Ålö. This is a perfect spot to enjoy typical Swedish seafood, shrimps and smoked salmon.

Day 3: Sandhamn’s famous sailing spot

There are many restaurants, shops, bakeries, and a lot to see. Try Trouville beach on the southeast part of the island.

Day 4: Finnhamn’s mooring balls

You can also sway anchor in the ’lagoon’, west of the mooring spot.

Day 5: Grinda’s mooring lines

It’s also possible to sway moor in the bay south of the guest harbour. When ashore, there is a casual restaurant and bar down in the harbor, where you also find a restroom and showers. There is a fancy restaurant and bar on the hill. In the small village there is a food store and a bakery with a cafe.

Day 6: Stockholm – Djurgården

Don´t miss the opportunity to stay a night at the royal island Djurgården, close to downtown Stockholm. Visit the Vasa museum, Skansen, the ABBA museum or Gröna Lund and enjoy dinner at one of the city’s many restaurants.

Day 7: Saltsjöbaden

• Standard electricity voltage is 220 V and the frequency is 50 Hz (power sockets are C or F types)
• International country dialing code for Sweden is +46
• Cell phones can work depending on zones but don’t forget the roaming fees!
• There is internet access via cafes and Wi-Fi hotspots, but you may need to pay
• Please only take soft bags and not suitcases as they would be too cumbersome onboard