Fårö Island Guide: Beaches, Raukar and Ingmar Bergman
Discover Fårö, a wild island north of Gotland with dramatic limestone sea stacks, sandy beaches and a connection to Ingmar Bergman.
Guides and tips for visitors to Gotland, from Visby's medieval walls to Fårö's raukar and long sandy beaches.
Visby's medieval old town with its city wall and church ruins is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Gotland is Sweden's largest island, located in the Baltic Sea south of Åland.
Visby's city wall was built mainly in the 13th century and is one of the best-preserved medieval city walls in Europe.
Gotland has 92 churches from the 12th–15th centuries — more than any area of equivalent size in the Nordic countries.
Ferries depart from Nynäshamn (south of Stockholm) and Oskarshamn. Always book ahead in summer.
Gotland's signature dish is saffranspannkaka — a thick saffron pancake served with dewberry jam and whipped cream.
Raukar are sculptural limestone formations along the coast — most famous on Fårö and at Langhammars.
Sweden uses SEK. Cards are accepted everywhere, but bring some cash for local markets.
Discover Fårö, a wild island north of Gotland with dramatic limestone sea stacks, sandy beaches and a connection to Ingmar Bergman.
Cycling on Gotland is one of the best ways to explore Sweden's largest island. Discover routes, practical tips and what to pack for your bike tour.
Discover the Spillings Hoard at Gotlands Museum in Visby — the largest Viking silver hoard ever found, weighing over 60 kg. Plan your visit here.
Discover the saffron pancake, Gotland's iconic traditional dish, plus local food tips to make the most of eating on the island.
Planning a trip to Gotland in summer? Discover medieval Visby, dramatic raukar coastlines, sandy beaches and local saffron pancakes on Sweden's largest island.
Discover the best beaches on Gotland, from Fårö's wild sandy shores to the island's 800 km coastline. Plan your perfect Baltic swimming trip here.
Book the ferry between Nynäshamn or Oskarshamn and Visby. Essential to book ahead in summer.
FlightDomestic flights from Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö to Visby Airport.
TourismOfficial tourism site with events, maps and tips about the whole island.
Medieval WeekVisby's major summer event with markets, jousting and theatre in August.
May is one of the best times to visit Gotland — flowers bloom, roses begin climbing the old house walls in Visby and the crowds haven't arrived yet. Perfect for cycling and peaceful walks along the city wall.
July and Medieval Week in August are peak season. Beaches fill up, Visby comes alive and the raukar fields on Fårö draw visitors from across the Nordic countries. Book ferry and accommodation early.
September and October are Gotland's best-kept secret. Forests fill with mushrooms, the light is spectacular and the island is almost back to itself after the summer season.
Gotland in winter is a different experience — the empty cobblestone streets of Visby have a special atmosphere, temperatures are mild compared to the mainland, and a handful of restaurants and cafés stay open.
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