Province of Bohuslän

Region · Västra Götaland County, 🇸🇪 Sweden

Area 9,618 km²

Time zone Europe/Stockholm

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Bohuslän's Essential Treasures

This selection explores the heritage of Bohuslän and Gothenburg, spanning from Iron Age monuments to modern industrial achievements. The list features ancient burial sites like the Blomsholm stone ship and Grönehög tumulus, alongside Gothenburg’s architectural landmarks such as the German Church and the Bourse. Technical innovation is represented by the Volvo Museum and the Saab 35 Draken fighter jet, while key transport hubs like the Nils Ericson Terminal and various ferry links highlight the region's enduring maritime and coastal connectivity.

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Lakes and Wetlands

This collection highlights the diverse freshwater environments of Bohuslän, ranging from the secluded forest lakes of the Svartedalen nature reserve to the coastal wetlands near Tanum. Svartedalen is one of Western Sweden's largest coniferous forest areas, characterized by its rugged, hilly terrain and oligotrophic lakes like Stora Måkevattnet and Långevatten. Further north, the coastal mires such as Komyren and Långemyr provide essential habitats for specialized peatland flora and birdlife within the region's distinctive granite landscape.

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Coastal Treasures

This collection highlights maritime navigation and coastal geography along Sweden's Bohuslän province. It features historic lighthouses like the remote Väderöbod and the distinctive Stora Pölsan, alongside natural landmarks such as the five-kilometer Dynekilen fjord, known for the 1716 naval battle. The list includes the sandy shores of Kilesand on the Koster Islands and the intricate archipelago marked by leading lights at Tryggö and Lekskär, representing the rugged maritime heritage of the Skagerrak coast.

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Historic and Religious Sites

This collection spans thousands of years of heritage in Bohuslän and Gothenburg. It features significant Iron Age burial mounds like Grönehög and the Blomsholm ship setting, alongside the 13th-century ruins of Dragsmark Abbey. The list highlights diverse religious architecture, from the historic German Church and the modern Gothenburg Mosque to coastal wooden chapels in Smögen and Havstenssund. Other notable sites include the prehistoric Ulmekärr stone labyrinth and the legendary Viking-age cairn known as Kung Tryggves grav.

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Campsite & Caravan Stays

This collection in the Bohuslän region features a range of overnight options for outdoor enthusiasts. It includes full-service holiday parks like Edsviks and Saltviks, alongside dedicated motorhome pitches in Henån and Mjölkekilen equipped with power supplies and sanitary stations. For those seeking a more rustic experience, the list includes Flötemarkens Vildmarkscamp for backcountry camping and the Roslund shelter, which provides an accessible fireplace and wood supply.

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