Pleasant days in the holiday city of Mariehamn Mariehamn is situated on an isthmus between two bays and is therefore surrounded by water to the east and west. In addition to beautiful views and walking paths, the city’s shorelines beckon for a dip in the sea, a bite to eat in a restaurant, not to mention all manner of recreation and sights. Mariehamn’s eastern side is the place for swimming and sunbathing all day long. Here you’ll find Nabben, with its gently sloping sand beach and charming seaside setting. The sand beach at Lilla holmen is also family-friendly, with its swimming pier, pirate ship, rabbits and peacocks. If you prefer a tiled pool over sand, there are plenty of swimming halls and hotel pools to choose from. THE MARITIME QUARTER is another mustsee part of the city. Among its red-ochre storehouses, you’ll encounter artists, artisans, smiths, boatbuilders, yoga instruc-
tors and pizza makers in a cosy, pleasant little community. The M/S Sunnan II, an excursion boat done up in the style of an old-fashioned steamship, is moored at the quay, ready to set sail. Enjoy a delicious meal while on a cruise through the archipelago. If you are looking for entertainment and fine dining, the city’s many restaurants, cafés and other leisure spots are all located close to each other. Some open the floor for summer dancing, while others offer a round of adventure golf. Two kilometres to the west and a lovely walk through Mariehamn’s lush avenue of lin-
den trees, you’ll find the city’s western harbour, with its restaurants and outdoor terraces awash in the bright evening sun. TAKE THE SHORELINE promenade up to Badhusberget Hill to get a bird’s eye view of Mariehamn. Or play a round of disc golf at Badhusparken. The western harbour is also home to the pride of Mariehamn, the Pommern, which was built in 1903 and is the only sailing ship in the world in its original condition. Combine a visit to the Pommern with the Maritime Museum for a deeper dive into the impressive maritime history of Åland.
SIGHTS TO SEE IN MARIEHAMN MARITIME QUARTER ÅLAND MARITIME MUSEUM MUSEUM SHIP POMMERN
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ÅLAND ART MUSEUM CULTURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF ÅLAND MARIEHAMN MUSEUM
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