Best things to do in Gotland County

Gotlands län Essentials

Gotland is defined by the UNESCO-listed Hanseatic town of Visby, home to a remarkably preserved 13th-century defensive wall and numerous medieval church ruins like St. Katarina. Beyond the city, the island features the Lummelunda Cave’s karst formations and the cinematic landscapes of Fårö, where the Bergman Center honors filmmaker Ingmar Bergman. The region's history is further preserved at the Gotland Museum, while the coastline is marked by the 19th-century Hoburg Lighthouse and the sandy shores of Sudersand.

Gotlands län Essentials — Map

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Hanseatic Town of Visby

A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1994, this remarkably preserved medieval trading center is enclosed by a 3.4-kilometer stone wall. It features narrow cobblestone streets and over 200 stone buildings dating from the 12th to 14th centuries.

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City Wall of Visby

Visby City Wall is a medieval defensive wall surrounding the Swedish town of Visby on the island of Gotland.

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Visby Cathedral

Visby Cathedral, formally Visby Saint Mary's Cathedral, is a cathedral within the Church of Sweden, seat of the Bishop of Visby.

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St. Katarina Ruins

Listed as UNESCO heritage, these medieval church ruins are symbol of the glorious history of the city.

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St. Nicolai Ruin

Another major ruin listed by UNESCO which history reaches back to the 12th century. Having a great acoustics, it hosts numerous concerts.

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DBW's Botanical Garden

Established in 1855 near the sea, this garden benefits from Gotland’s mild maritime climate to cultivate exotic species. It features a notable collection of magnolias, mulberry trees, and a large rose garden adjacent to the medieval city wall.

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Kruttornet

Also known as the Gunpowder Tower, this is the oldest surviving part of Visby’s fortifications, dating back to approximately 1160. Originally built as a free-standing defensive tower to protect the harbor, it was later integrated into the city wall.

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Stora torget

Visby’s central square dates back to the 14th century and serves as the heart of the inner city. It is bordered by historic buildings and the massive ruins of St. Katarina Church, hosting seasonal markets and outdoor dining.

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Lummelunda Cave

The Lummelunda Cave is located in a nature reserve at Lummelunda north of Visby on Gotland, Sweden.

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Villa Villekulla

Villa Villekulla is a fictional house that is the home of Pippi Longstocking, a character in a series of books.

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Bergman Center

A cultural center on Fårö island dedicated to the life and work of filmmaker Ingmar Bergman. It houses exhibitions on his cinematic legacy and the creative environment of his island home, including a cinema and library.

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Hoburg fyr

Located at the southernmost tip of Gotland on the Hoburgen peninsula, this lighthouse was first lit in 1846. The surrounding area is characterized by dramatic limestone cliffs and the famous Hoburgsgubben rock formation.

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Sudersand Beach

Wide beach situated on Farö island is popular especially with windsurfers but definitely offers something for everyone.

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Klinten

These charming narrow streets and tiny houses once belonged to the worker's quarter. Just wander around and enjoy its peaceful atmosphere.

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Fornsalen - Gotlands Museum

The Gotland Museum in Visby, Sweden, is the county museum of Gotland. It was founded by the Friends of Gotland's Antiquity society in 1875,…

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