Finnhamn (Central Archipelago) — Stockholm Archipelago Trail

The Finnhamn section takes you across three islands: Idholmen, Stora Jolpan, and Lilla Jolpan, all of which are connected and collectively named Finnhamn.

On Lilla Jolpan, the trail hugs the coastline, offering near-constant sea views, with especially lovely outlooks on the southern end. The Stora Jolpan trail leads through meadows and woodland, opening out onto fantastic viewpoints at the south end of the island. Meanwhile, the Idholmen section is mostly along forest roads and paths, with a chance to unwind at the aptly named Paradisviken — a quiet bay perfect for swimming, various watersports, or simply soaking up the idyllic atmosphere.

In season, Finnhamn offers a good range of facilities, including a restaurant, rooftop bar, convenience store, and beach kiosk, where you can hire kayaks, rowboats, and SUPs. Accommodation includes a hostel, a holiday cottage village, and a campsite. Wild camping is permitted, but because Finnhamn lies within a nature reserve, additional local rules apply. Camp discreetly, respectfully, and leave no trace.

You can travel to Finnhamn from Åsättra on Ljusterö all year round, and from Stockholm City via Vaxholm. During the summer, Finnhamn is a stop on the North-South line, connecting many islands with more frequent sailings. Be sure to check timetables carefully.

If you’re continuing the SAT from Finnhamn, you can use “Båtluffarleden”, the island-hopping boats that you row across to Ingmarsö, forming a classic island-hopping adventure.

The Stockholm Archipelago Trail (SAT) is a waymarked hiking trail that connects over 20 islands, accessible by a public ferry network. You can choose to spend a day at a time on the trail, connect nearby islands in conveniently grouped sections, or hike the SAT as a thru-hike for the full experience. You can find the entire route as planned stages in this Collection:

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