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Romantic Getaways and Hidden Gems in Sweden
Find inspiration and zen surrounded by the sea Whether you are building your team at work or on a romantic getaway with your loved one, Gullmarsstrand will fit the bill. At this conference centre and hotel on stilts in the sea, you can leave the world behind or start your own fairy tale by tying the knot right where the water meets the sky. By Ulrika Kuoppa-Jones
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Photos: Gullmarsstrand Hotell & Konferens
One of the most picturesque fishing villages along the coast of Bohuslän is found here in Fiskebäckskil, an hour’s drive from Gothenburg. Nestled in the fjord landscape, the old wooden houses lie perched on the hills overlooking the bay with its many tiny islands. Today, visitors come here to get back to basics. At Gullmarsstrand, you will feel surrounded by the sea. The majority of the building rests on stilts in the water; even the pool is on stilts. “Yes, you have to walk down a ladder to get into the sea!” says manager Maria Kjellsson. “We want our guests to unwind here, whatever the reason for their stay. This is a tranquil place for relaxation, where you can swim in the sea and the pool and watch the sunset while warming up in our sauna.” 84 |
Issue 101
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June 2017
This classic sea hotel with its zen vibes was built in 1979 by three brothers, who still run the business, making it a place with heart and soul. This spring, the premises were modernised by funky minimalist Swedish designer trio giants Claesson Koivisto Rune. With its 81 rooms, Gullmarsstrand can cater for around 200 guests.
work with a local fisherman who moors on our pier and takes our guests out on a lobster or langoustine safari,” says Kjellsson. “The guests get a boiler suit and a ‘fika’ hamper consisting of a sandwich, hot beverage and cake as they board the boat. The traditional pots are thrown overboard and the ‘fika’ comes in handy while waiting for the catch to arrive. It’s amazing to see what’s inside the pots, and at the end of the evening the guests can indulge in the catch!”
“With a fantastic location like this, a lot on our restaurant menu comes from the sea,” says Maria Kjellsson. “We try to buy fresh, locally sourced food and we change our menu depending on season.” 15 scrambling routes are available to climb with a guide, followed by lunch with a spectacular view. Kayaking in the sea is popular, as are the safaris. “We
For more information, please visit: www.gullmarsstrand.com