Gotland is located in the Baltic Sea, off the coast of mainland Sweden. Easily accessible by ferry or air. The island offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, cultural experiences and a wide range of outdoor activities.
Gotland leaves no one indifferent. The landscape is strikingly beautiful, dramatic, calm, barren, yet lush. It also encourages a variety of outdoor adventures, ranging from cycling to hiking and water activities. Or a horseback ride on the beach, fish for sea trout around the coast or bring out a surfboard and catch a wave.
The island has a rich and unique arts legacy, film-icons like Ingmar Bergman found the settings and magical light on the island captivating. The Hanseatic city of Visby was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1995. The world heritage consists of the city wall, everything inside it and the surrounding park areas. Inside the city walls medieval church-ruins and warehouses coexist with stone and wooden houses from the 17th–19th centuries. The scenic location by the sea under the protection of a steep cliff reinforces the impression of something unique and special.
The mild climate creates excellent conditions for high quality crop packed with rich taste. Sustainability, co-operation, and creativity define the food scene in Gotland. Our island offers many local breweries, innovative kitchens, and delicious ingredients. No wonder food lovers thrive in Gotland.
Gotland is situated in the middle of the Baltic Sea, nine miles from the Swedish coast, easily accessible by air or ferry. The geographical location has made the island a natural meeting place.