The Swedish West Coast Archipelago is one of Scandinavia’s most picturesque and culturally rich regions, stretching from Gothenburg northward to the Norwegian border. It’s known for its rocky islets, charming fishing villages, and clean, salty air from the Skagerrak Strait.

🌊 Key Features:

Thousands of islands: Granite skerries and larger inhabited islands form a sprawling, rugged landscape shaped by glacial erosion.

No tides: Unlike other coastal regions, the tidal difference is minimal, which makes the coastline especially accessible.

Fishing culture: Historic villages like Smögen, Fjällbacka, Klädesholmen, and Grebbestad still thrive on herring, lobster, and oyster fishing.

Car-free islands: Many islands, such as Marstrand and Dyrön, are only accessible by ferry and offer peaceful, vehicle-free environments.

Bohuslän coast: The region belongs to the historic province of Bohuslän, famed for its rugged terrain, red boathouses, and ancient rock carvings.