Vaxholm
Sweden · StockholmSE
City and urban area in Vaxholm Municipality, Sweden
Vaxholm is a city, urban area and the seat of Vaxholm Municipality, Stockholm County, Sweden. It occupies bigger amount of islands of which the most populated are Vaxön, Resarö, Rindö and Kullö which is known for its nature reserve. The name Vaxholm comes from Vaxholm Fortress, which was constructed in 1549 on the adjacent islet of Vaxholmen.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 6,025
- Coordinates
- 59.402, 18.353
- Timezone
- Europe/Stockholm
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Vaxholm
Vaxholm — a tiny locality in Stockholm, Sweden — is worth a place on your map. Its resident count stands at approximately 6,025. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Plan around adventure, water sports and nature and you will not run out of ideas. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Vaxholm
Adventure in Vaxholm
(5)Looking for adventure? Vaxholm has Adventure, Adventure Parks, Boat Rides, Off Road Trails and Treasure Hunts. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Vaxholm.
Water Sports in Vaxholm
(4)Looking for water sports? Vaxholm has Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Sailboats and Water Sports. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Vaxholm.
Nature in Vaxholm
(3)Vaxholm's nature entries include Islands, Parks and Scenic Roads. All of it is drawn from Vaxholm's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Culture in Vaxholm
(1)Looking for culture? Vaxholm has Docks. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Vaxholm.
Shopping in Vaxholm
(1)Under shopping, Vaxholm is tagged with Food. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Vaxholm.
More to do in Vaxholm
(2)Other activities lovers get Fishing and Secret. All of it is drawn from Vaxholm's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Vaxholm
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Vaxholm is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Stockholm and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Europe/Stockholm.
Similar destinations
Places near Vaxholm that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vaxholm known for?
- Vaxholm, in Stockholm, Sweden, is best known for adventure, water sports and nature. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 6,025 residents.
- What can you do in Vaxholm?
- Recorded activities in Vaxholm include Adventure, Adventure Parks, Boat Rides, Off Road Trails and Treasure Hunts. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Vaxholm?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Vaxholm located?
- Vaxholm is located in Stockholm, Sweden. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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