Kulturhuset


Oskarshamn's Cultural Hall houses two interesting museum collections. Admission to one also includes the other. Döderhultarmuseet features around 200 works by home-grown artist Axel Petersson ‘Döderhultarn’ (1868–1925), who captured local characters and occasions in vigorous and often amusing woodcarvings. The Sjöfartsmuseet showcases local maritime exhibits.


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1. Blå Jungfrun National Park

13.1 MILES

The Blå Jungfrun (Blue Maiden) National Park encompasses a 1km-long granite island also known as ‘Witches’ Mountain’ because, according to ancient…

2. Sandvikskvarn

20.19 MILES

At Sandvik on the west coast, about 30km north of Borgholm, this Dutch-style windmill is one of the largest in the world. In summer, you can climb its…

3. Neptuni åkrar

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On the far north of Öland's western edge, this beautiful reserve is famed for its spread of blue viper’s bugloss flowers in early summer.

4. Lyckesand

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One of the island’s best beaches, known for it's long stretches of fine white sand and calm waters.

5. Källa kyrka

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This atmospheric church, at a little harbour about 36km northeast of Borgholm, off Rd 136, is a fine example of Öland’s medieval fortified churches. The…

6. Trollskogen

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The strangely twisted trees and ancient burrows at this nature reserve are well worth a visit.

7. Solliden Palace

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Sweden’s most famous ‘summer house’, Solliden Palace, 2.5km south of Borgholm town centre, is still used by the Swedish royals. Its exceptional gardens…

8. Borgholms Slott

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Northern Europe’s largest ruined castle, Borgholms Slott looms just south of town. This epic limestone structure was burnt and abandoned early in the 18th…