Welcome to Värmdö in the Stockholm Archipelago!
Situated in the middle of Stockholm Archipelago, Värmdö is just a short car ride away from Stockholm. Take road 222 towards Värmdö and you will reach the island in less than 20 minutes. If you prefer to take the bus you will find that busses leave frequently from Stockholm. You can also choose to take a more scenic route by boat. Värmdö is a big community, consisting of many small islands reaching as far as the outer archipelago.
Active or relaxing vacation
Värmdö offers unique nature, cultural history, boating life, and exceptional places for excursions. During the summer, you will find an array of different activities and adventures that will keep you active during your holiday. Read our list of places to visit to get some tips! Still, many choose to come here to relax and enjoy the beauty of life in the archipelago.
A lot of activities to choose from
Not only are there many different trails for hiking and biking on Värmdö, but you can also go fishing, canoeing, sailing, golfing, horseback riding and go island hopping by boat - “boat hiking" - just to mention a few things that Värmdö offers.
Many shops and facilities
If you like to go shopping, you do not need to go all the way in to Stockholm. Värmdö has a wide variety of shops where you can find everything from the latest fashion to rare antiques. In Gustavsberg, you can take a stroll along the old harbor to buy famous Gustavsberg porcelain, find bargains at the crystal outlets, attend auctions, or simply to enjoy the view.
Restaurants with exclusive settings
There are also many different restaurants, cafés and take-out places to choose from. Some restaurants are only open during the summer but offer an exclusive setting by the water and delicacies from Swedish cuisine. Dining on Värmdö has something that will fit everyone's tastes. For those who wish to enjoy the nightlife on Värmdö, there are performances by live bands, dancing and discos. In addition to all of this, there are many other activities on the island such as plays, concerts, etc. Please visit the calendar of events at http://varmdo.kringelstan.se for more details about what Värmdö has to offer.