Askö is a place where forest and sea blend together in harmony. Here, you can hike through lush meadows and pine forests, stroll along cliffs and beaches, and experience the Swedish archipelago in all its glory. The ancient agricultural landscape is grazed by sheep and cows, which you might encounter during your visit to the island.
Birdwatchers will be amazed by the rich birdlife, and if you’re lucky, you might catch a glimpse of the seals that are often seen in the waters around the island.
Marine research center
In northern Askö, since 1961, the Askö laboratory has been located, which coordinates Swedish marine research and environmental monitoring. The laboratory belongs to Stockholm University’s marine research center and is located in one of the least affected coastal areas along the entire east coast, which is also one of the most well-researched sea areas in the world. Here, research and education are conducted all year round in the marine area.
Beaches
Askö has relatively few natural harbours, but Storsand and Lillsand are popular sandy beaches that you can reach by boat. On sunny summer days, there is often a race between the boats out here to get the best seats! If you don’t have your own boat, it’s fine to go with the archipelago tour boat to Askö.
Did you know?
The Askö area has served since the 1970s as a reference area for environmental monitoring and is of great international importance.
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