What can you experience in nature on Öland?

On Öland, nature is always close by. Here you can hike across open alvar lands, cycle along coastal roads, take a morning dip in the sea or just sit and listen to the birdlife. From the forests of northern Öland to the open expanses of the southern island, nature feels different depending on where you are. Öland's nature

Stora Alvaret is a large open natural area on southern Öland with limestone fields and low plants that are typical of the island. Here the landscape spreads over large parts of southern Öland.

What is the World Heritage Site of Southern Öland's Cultivated Landscape?

The agricultural landscape of southern Öland became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. Here, people have farmed the land and lived close to nature for thousands of years, which has shaped the open landscape with villages, fields, lakes and meadows that make southern Öland so special today.

Are there guided nature experiences on Öland?

Yes, on Öland there are local guides and experiences where you can discover nature together with someone who knows the island well. This can involve hiking, bird watching or tours through natural and cultural landscapes together with someone who knows the island well.

Mountain bikes in Rällaskogen - Cycling on Öland

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Experiences close to nature - all year round

On Öland, nature varies between barren and open alvar lands, lush deciduous forests, fertile farmland, pine forests with rolling blueberry bushes, white beaches and dramatic coasts. There is room for both peace and adventure, with wonderful views. Experience the birds' spring song by bike, a cooling dip by the beach, the fresh autumn air along a hiking trail or the frosty winter on a December day.

Hiking on Öland

Here are fantastic hiking trails with different lengths, surfaces and experiences.

Cycling on Öland

Around the island there are fantastic cycle paths with routes that suit all cyclists

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Play golf at Öland

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Out on a tour with a local guide

Join us on a tour and discover the best of Öland with local experts. How about a guided food walk on Stora Alvaret, along the stone coast or perhaps on the southern tip of Öland? Learn more about Öland's ancient animals and Öland's layers of sand, clay and lime. Go on a lamb safari or learn about salamanders, flowers and insects. We wish you a good trip on the island!

Below you will find a calendar with guided tours and information about local guides.

World Heritage Site Southern Öland

The world-unique Southern Öland's agricultural landscape was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2000. Lakelands, elves, farmlands and terraced villages bear witness to a landscape that for thousands of years has been cultivated in interaction between humans and animals – a heritage worth experiencing and preserving.

The nature of Öland

From alvar land to flower splendor!
The nature of Öland offers experiences for all the senses – all year round.
Here you will find tips on the best places to discover Öland's vibrant landscape.

10 Öland excursion gems

What makes an excursion really successful? No matter what you want to do most of all, we can promise that the excursions we recommend will provide memories for life.

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#6 Castle to castle, Central Öland

#4 Northeast Side

#8 As the crow flies, Southeast Öland

#1 North tip, northern Öland

#2 Boda, northern Öland

#10 Southern Cape, Southern Öland

#9 Stora Alvaret, southern Öland

#5 Borgholm, Central Öland

#7 Mörbylångadalen, southern Öland

#3 The Stone Coast, northern Öland

Questions and answers about nature experiences

What can you experience in nature on Öland?: On Öland, nature is always close by. Here you can hike across open alvar lands, cycle along coastal roads, take a morning dip in the sea or just sit and listen to the birdlife. From the forests of northern Öland to the open expanses of the southern island, nature feels different depending on where you are. Öland's nature
What is the Big Elf?: Stora Alvaret is a large open natural area on southern Öland with limestone fields and low plants that are typical of the island. Here the landscape spreads over large parts of southern Öland.
What is the World Heritage Site of Southern Öland's Cultivated Landscape?: The agricultural landscape of southern Öland became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. Here, people have farmed the land and lived close to nature for thousands of years, which has shaped the open landscape with villages, fields, lakes and meadows that make southern Öland so special today.
Are there guided nature experiences on Öland?: Yes, on Öland there are local guides and experiences where you can discover nature together with someone who knows the island well. This can involve hiking, bird watching or tours through natural and cultural landscapes together with someone who knows the island well.

Close to nature - with freedom and responsibility

Öland's nature invites you to hike, spend the night under the open sky and cook at simple barbecue areas. Here you can enjoy the tranquility and movement of the open landscape. But with freedom also comes responsibility – by showing consideration and following the right of public access, we help preserve nature for everyone. Here you will find practical information about toilets, free camping, barbecue areas and how to do the right thing in nature.