Gotland

Gotland is a natural attraction in Sweden. Gotland lies three hours by ferry from the mainland and holds Visby, a medieval Hanseatic port still enclosed by its 3.4-kilometre wall.

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Gotland lies three hours by ferry from the mainland and holds Visby, a medieval Hanseatic port still enclosed by its 3.4-kilometre wall. Beyond the town, the island is farmland, limestone coast, sheep pasture and raukar sea stacks eroded into columns. Cycling is the usual way to cover it, and the season peaks sharply in July.

Slow travel

Road cycling

Islands

Beaches

History

Related activities

Island cycle route
Coastal ride between fishing villages and raukar stacks.

How to get to Gotland

Gotland sits in Sweden. It pairs well with Gamla Stan, Vasa Museum, Skansen, so you can group them on the same day.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Island cycle route.

Gotland FAQ

Where is Gotland?

Gotland is in Sweden.

What is near Gotland?

Nearby places include Gamla Stan, Vasa Museum, Skansen, Abisko National Park.

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