Kustlinjen

Kustlinjen is a coastal cycle route that stretches from Öregrund in Uppland to Västervik in Småland. Here you cycle through some of Sweden's most popular archipelago landscapes, with thousands of islands and a rich cultural heritage. The trail covers the archipelagos of Roslagen, Stockholm, Sörmland, Arkösund, St. Anna, Gryt and Tjust.

There are several possible starting and ending points, making the trail flexible to adapt to time and interest. Along the way there are also good opportunities to combine cycling with boat trips, which provides an even richer archipelago experience. The trail is developed and signposted by the Swedish Cycling Society.

Tips along the trails:

• Between Grimsta and Oaxen, Nynäshamn Tourist Office recommends cycling via Mörkö and taking the free road ferry across Skanssundet. The road to Kagghamra is narrow but scenic, with a farm shop and pub stops along the way.
• South of Grisslehamn the trail goes along road 283 which can be narrow and busy. A better alternative is Gamla Grisslehamnsvägen (partly gravel but charming) or the road on the east side of Väddö.

Good to know: Traffic along some sections can be more intense during the summer vacation months, especially on the major roads. Therefore, plan your cycling with some extra attention during the high season.

Photos: Nyköping municipality, Per-Erik Adamsson.