In Färjestaden you can experience everything from magnificent mills, an animal and amusement park, cozy square streets, restaurants with sea views and perhaps Sweden's best ice cream. There is something here for the whole family. Here is also Öland's only shopping center and the Dessi ferry that takes you round trip across the Kalmar Sound.
In Färjestaden there is Öland's first shopping centre, Öland's Market City, which is the natural starting point for a shopping trip here on the island. Here there are well-known shops and larger chains of various kinds, as well as Systembolaget and ICA. In Färjestaden there are also smaller shops such as The business, Shop sun & winds, shop like new, Lotta Sjöberg's ceramics and The Paradise Workshop. Take a break in the cozy harbor with something good to eat or why not take a dip in the sea right next door.
A well-visited excursion destination on Öland that is open all year round. Here you can see exhibitions, be inspired, enjoy, have a coffee inside or outside in the lush garden, peek into the workshop and shop for art objects, beautiful things for the set table, the home or the garden. The Paradise Workshop
Ceramics workshop with a large variety of ceramics, both utility and art ceramics in stoneware. Beautiful shapes and self-developed glazes give the products character, use and set a special stamp on the range. Lotta Sjöberg's ceramics
Kalmarsund VIII was a car and passenger ferry that operated the route between Färjestaden and Kalmar until 1972. Built in 1963 at the Kalmar shipyard for Ångbåts AB Kalmarsund, she was a reliable ferry until she sailed as the last car ferry on the route. In 2002 she returned to Färjestaden and made regular trips between Kalmar and Färjestaden as well as chartered trips for a few summers.
In Färjestaden on Öland there is a wide range of activities for both families and couples. Here you can walk along the harbor, swim at the beach, cycle along coastal cycle paths and enjoy restaurants and cafes with views of Kalmarsund and Öland Bridge.
For relaxation, you can visit the spa area at Hotel Skansen, and for shopping there is Öland's shopping center as well as local craftsmen and designers.
During the summer, the harbor area is a lively meeting place, including popular car meets where enthusiast vehicles gather along the quay - a popular feature that attracts both participants and visitors.
For families with children there is Öland Zoo close by – one of Öland's most popular attractions with animals, water parks and entertainment.
Färjestaden is located on western Öland, right at the foot of the Öland Bridge, about 15 minutes from Kalmar. It is the first town you encounter when you drive over the bridge to Öland.
Popular places in and near Färjestaden are:
The harbor area and the promenade
The view over the Öland Bridge
Swimming areas such as Talluddens bathing area and Södra hamnplan.
Ceramics shops like The Paradise Workshop and Lotta Sjöberg's ceramics
Öland's only shopping center, Öland's market town.
Yes, Färjestaden has a good selection of restaurants and cafés all year round. During the summer the selection increases further, but several restaurants are also open during spring, autumn and winter.
Färjestaden has a wide range of restaurants and cafés with a focus on local produce and seaside locations. Many are located by the harbor or with views of Kalmarsund and the Öland Bridge.
A big advantage of Färjestaden is that several restaurants and cafés are open almost all year round. In Färjestaden you will find, among others, ÖlandsChoklad, Epok, Hotel Skansen, Creperie Paradis, Gubben i Matlådan, Fredriks Bröd och Bakverk, Seasalt Kitchen, Arontorps Kroppkakor and Hamngrillen.
This makes Färjestaden a vibrant destination even during spring, autumn and winter – not just during the summer season.
Car: Via Öland Bridge from Kalmar (approx. 15 minutes)
Bus: Regular KLT-Buses run between Kalmar and Färjestaden.
Ferry: The bicycle ferry Dessi runs between Kalmar and Färjestaden
Yes, in Färjestaden there are several accommodation options such as hotels, cottages, camping and apartments. Thanks to its proximity to the Öland Bridge, it is a popular accommodation option for those who want to be close to both Kalmar and the rest of Öland.
Yes, Färjestaden is a very child-friendly destination on Öland with plenty of activities for the whole family. There are shallow swimming areas, playgrounds and mini golf courses that are suitable for children of all ages. In addition, Öland Zoo is nearby, along with several popular excursion destinations on Öland.
Yes, Färjestaden offers several swimming spots with shallow beaches that are perfect for families with children. Here you can swim with a view of Kalmarsund and the Öland Bridge.
