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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nature experiences - all year round

On Öland, nature changes between barren and open alvar lands, lush deciduous forests, fertile farmland, pine forests with rolling blueberry fields, white pines and dramatic coasts. Here there is room for both peace and adventure, with wonderful views. Experience the spring song of birds on a bike, a refreshing swim by the beach, the fresh autumn air along a hiking trail or the frosty alvar on a December day.

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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 Öland's southern cape? 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.

the world heritage southern island

The world-unique agricultural landscape of Southern Öland was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2000. Seascapes, meadows, farmland and terraced villages testify to a landscape that has been cultivated for millennia in interaction between humans and animals - a heritage worth experiencing and preserving.

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From alpine meadows to flower splendor!
Öland's nature offers experiences for all the senses – all year round.
Here you will find tips on the best places to discover Öland's living landscape.

10 Öland excursion gems

What makes an excursion really successful? Regardless of what you want to do most of all, we can promise that the excursions we recommend will provide memories for a lifetime.

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#6 castle to castle, middle island

#10 southern cape, southern island

#5 Borgholm, Central Öland

#1 the northern tip, northern Öland

#3 Stone Coast, Northern Öland

#8 as the crow flies, southeastern Öland

#9 Great Alvaret, Southern Öland

#4 northeast side

#7 Mörbylångadalen, southern Öland

#2 Boda, 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 sites. Here you can enjoy peace and quiet in the open landscape. But with freedom comes responsibility - by showing consideration and following the right of way, we help preserve nature for everyone. Here you will find practical information about toilets, free camping, barbecue sites and how to do the right thing in nature.