Visingsö
A long, narrow green island in Lake Vättern that was once home to the Swedish royal court. Visitors can explore historic sites and oak forests by bicycle or by traditional horse-drawn carriage.
Visingsö is about 14 km long and only 3 km wide. The ferry from Gränna takes about 25 minutes. Between the 12th and 13th centuries, the island was a center of Swedish royal power. Its remains include the ruins of Visingsborg Castle, Kumlaby Church, Brahe Church, and the ruins of Näs Palace at the southern end. In the 19th century, large areas of oak were planted for shipbuilding, and those oak forests still stand today. Near the landing you can rent bicycles, or take a traditional four-wheeled carriage called a "remmalag" around the island. A round-trip ferry ticket costs about 100 SEK. In peak season, ferries run every half hour. Those driving onto the ferry must book in advance.
Opening hours
Open all day (ferries approx. 06:00–23:00, varies by season)
Nearby sights
- Kumlaby Church
- Brahe Church
- Visingsborg Castle Ruin
- Näs Castle Ruin
- Gränna
- Grenna Museum – Andrée Expedition Polar Center
- Brahehus
- Husqvarna Museum