Exploring West Sweden

Exploring West Sweden

Did you know that there are 8,000 islands along the coast of Bohusl?n? The best way to explore them is by boat or kayak. I must admit that Bohusl?n has a very special place in my heart. To me Bohusl?n is smooth, pink granite rocks, picturesque fishing villages where red boathouses jostle for place with beautiful white wooden homes, an invigorating salty sea breeze, fresh shellfish and a varied natural landscape. Join me on a cruise through the archipelago!
Every time I visit Bohusl?n, I immediately experience a sense of calm. Although I have been to Bohusl?n many times, I’m swept off my feet every time – it’s almost like a teenage crush.

Smooth island cruise with Captain Roy
If you would like to explore Bohusl?n but don’t have your own boat, there are a number of options. I decided to travel with the cruise company, Kulturb?tarna, which offers a number of different cruises along the coast. The boats depart from Gothenburg, which makes this the perfect choice for anyone spending time in Gothenburg and wanting to experience the archipelago for a few days. My trip started on Gullholmen, an idyllic little island near the big island of Orust. Gullholmen is easy to reach by ferry from Tuvesvik (Orust). On the quay I met Roy, the charming captain, who proudly steers the steamship Ellen af Bohusl?n (anno 1885). He is also very popular with the ladies. Could this be because he is a sea captain, or a result of his genuine friendliness and handsome Swedish features? I have no idea, but Captain Roy and his crew look after their guests well and tell amusing and interesting anecdotes from the sea during our journey. They share their knowledge of the sea, play songs by Swedish troubadour Evert Taube and serve cups of coffee. Always with a cheeky smile!

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