Experience adventure in undisturbed nature Blekinge is a province in the south-eastern tip of Sweden, with the sea close at hand. A unique blend of deep pine forests, deciduous tree forests, sand dunes, rocks and a vast archipelago with more than 1000 islands makes this a fantastic destination for explorations of pristine nature, with plenty to offer regardless of season. By Nina Bressler
Blekinge, one of 25 geographical provinces in Sweden, is one of the few that can pride themselves on an archipelago of this size along with a rich inland landscape. “The vast island network that lies scattered along our coastal line is easily reached with boats and ferries that leave the mainland on a regular basis. Blekinge is known for its deep roots in marine history, with plenty to discover in our cities, but it’s also known for the unique, untouched nature. Two hours from Copenhagen Airport and with our local airport located in Ronneby, it’s easy to get here by plane or train,” says Linda Sjunnesson, marketing coordinator at Visit Blekinge. 36
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Issue 162
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January 2024
Walking trails in different vegetation. Photo: Linda Åkerberg
Tjärö. Photo: Per Pixel Petersson
Nature close at hand There’s an abundance of beautiful walking trails to explore in the Blekinge area, in the archipelago and on the mainland. The archipelago trails are compiled in the network ARK56, also available as an app, that shows all the best routes, along the coast and by the water. These trails are located in a biosphere area and provide the best routes for kayaking, sailing, hiking and cycling. There are 16 hubs connecting the trails, which are places where you can eat and spend the night, offering places to visit and attractions to explore. Moreover, Blekinge is the province with the densest concentration of lakes in Sweden, and there are plenty of mainland trails that will help you experience the area to the fullest. Laxaleden is a popular trail that takes you from the seaside all the way up to the province border, along the river Mörrumsån. The river is well known