Feel the fan of history's wing on Färingsö
Ekerö
Uppland
Cycling on Ekerö is almost unique. Few places in Sweden have such an exciting and long history. Crucial chapters in Sweden's history have been written here for more than a thousand years. The place is a green oasis, located on a number of islands in Lake Mälaren. In addition to the two world heritage sites - Birka with Hovgården and the Drottningholm area - there is a rich selection with other attractions and activities.
Photo: Drottningholm Castle, Tove Freij
Not far from Stockholm city is rural Ekerö. Here you can experience a fantastic cultural landscape with eight magnificent 12th century churches, magnificent castles and mansions. A rich art life is represented by famous architecture, small museums and art relics. Here you will find farm shops and self-picks as well as sales of handicrafts. And all this in harmony with a fabulous nature. The bike paths on Ekerö are popular and connect to the Mälardalsleden trail.
Bicycle Day Trips
Points of Interest
- local_seeBirka with Hovgården on Adelsö
- local_seeDrottningholm Castle & Castle Theater
- local_seeEkebyhov Castle
- local_seeEkerö church
- local_seeFärentuna church
- local_seeChina Castle, 18th century Chinese-style pavilion
- local_seeLovö church
- local_seeSkytteholms Herrgård with Carl Mile's sculptures
- local_seeThe quarry in Stenhamra
- local_seeSvartsjö castle
Getting Here
You can choose to ride SL's shuttle boat to / from Tappström on Ekerö (line 89 between Ekerö-Stockholm-Ekerö) and bring your bike on board. The shuttle boat runs both summer and winter, and there is a cafeteria on board.
