Åland Travel Magazine 2022 engelska by Vibb

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2022

The most beautiful island archipelago in the Baltic Sea awaits with open arms. We are closer than you think – just a pleasant, two-hour boat voyage from Grisslehamn. Eckerö Linjen has long experience of putting together travel packages to Åland that suit everyone: golfing, fishing, cottage stays, hotels, dining, children’s activities and just about everything else to make your holiday a memorable one. If you book your accommodations or travel package through us, you will receive a discount on the boat fare. Find accommodation Åland has accommodations to suit all tastes. Luxurious villas perched atop high rocks, cosy cottages, modern hotels and authentic guesthouses.

Golfing holidays Åland has two top of the range golf courses: the Åland Golf Club and Eckerö Golf. You can book one of them or combine the two. There is accommodation close to the courses.

Sport holidays We offer a wide variety of sporting holidays in Åland, including swimming, football, orienteering, curling, training camps, sport cups and tournaments.

Two nice hours to Åland with M/S Eckerö

Taste is everything! Our chefs are passionate about good, well-prepared food, and they use whatever locally produced ingredients are in season. Find new favourites served at our extensive archipelago buffet at Buffé Bornholm, indulge yourself with a delightful à la carte dinner at Restaurang Rospiggen or choose one of the specials of the day at Kafé Käringsund.

We are sure that you will have a truly unforgettable trip with us. Our cruise hosts are always ready for fun, and we also present live bands, guest performers, bar pianists and troubadours. During the summer, you can chill out at a summer party on the sundeck. Don’t forget to pick up some goodies and treats at our well-stocked duty free shop. Our prices are always at least 25 % lower than on land. Summer prices one way ticket with M/S Eckerö:

Tip! We offer discounted prices for children, for more information www.eckerolinjen.se/en/prices

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Experience Bomarsund’s exciting history at the new Visitor Centre The fish are always biting in Åland We book accommodation, fishing guides, boats and fishing permits. Everything to make your stay perfect.

Boat tickets starting at 6 € Passenger car starting at 17 € Motorcycles 15 € Bicycles 6 € Get a discount on your boat trip by booking your travel package or accommodations with us!

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Eckerö for kids Cycling holidays Åland’s short distances, even landscape and close proximity to the sea make it an ideal destination for a cycling holiday. Our convenient cycling packages include travel, accommodations (with breakfast) and use of a bicycle.

There is plenty for kids to see and do in Eckerö. Leklandet, SmartPark, Käringsund Game Safari, Spark Laser Arena, beautiful beaches – to name just a few.

Timetable for M/S Eckerö From Grisslehamn daily 10.00 and 15.00. From Eckerö daily 13.30 and 18.30. In summer time during weekends also 08.30 from Eckerö and 20.00 from Grisslehamn.

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CONTENT Åland – Island of Opportunity____________ 3 A myriad of islands in one of the most beautiful archipelagos in the world_______ 6 Life and energy in a little big city_________ 8 Pleasant days in the holiday city of Mariehamn______________ 13 What is there hiding in the depths of the sea _______________ 16 Natural relaxation ____________________ 18 Active holidays in nature´s amusement park_____________ 21 Sea views and world-class greens_______ 25 Voracious pike and trendy perch________ 27 Fun ideas and inspiring concoctions_____ 31 Tough, challenging – and utterly addictive!________________ 34 Improve your game with a sporting adventure______________ 37 Greetings from the Middle Ages_________ 38 Events that formed Åland presented in a new visitors centre_______ 40 One-of-a-kind gems to explore_________ 46 From spring sowing to autumn harvest___ 49 Both form and function________________ 51 An impressive array of art_____________ 53 Between heaven and earth, sun and sea__ 54 Lovely holiday memories for the whole family__________________ 56 Guess who has an Åland connection?____ 58 Michael Björklund – a real Åland ambassador_____________ 59 What would your first choice be?________ 63 Åland – a place to meet________________ 65 How would you like to stay in Åland?____ 73 The Åland archipelago is best experienced under your own sail___________________ 77

Welcome to our safe and beautiful island realm! IN ÅLAND, THERE IS SEA in every direction and thousands of islands to explore. Literally – there are roughly 6,700 islands in total. Many visitors have said this, and we wholeheartedly agree – there’s something special about Åland. It’s peaceful and safe, and always close to the sea and nature. AS A DESTINATION, Åland never stands still, particularly now when we are celebrating our 100 years of autonomy. If we look back over everything that has happened since the Parliament of Åland held its first plenary session on 9 June 1922, we find generations of skillful islanders and countless stories about the creative Ålanders, who are constantly evolving and moving forward. We have many treasures and favourite spots that we are proud of and eager to show others. The distances in Åland are also very short, thus allowing you to get around quickly, from the town to the beach, the countryside to the archipelago, not to mention all the recreational activities and sights to be seen. You’ll be able to experience a lot of activities and easily fill your days in Åland making wonderful holiday memories. EVEN THOUGH SUMMER is the highlight of the year, every season has its own charm. Come back again and again to enjoy the changing seasons. From spring meadows covered in white anemones and the vibrant energy of summer days to the tranquillity of autumn and winter. WELCOME TO ÅLAND! We are ready to fill your holiday with beautiful new memories! Lotta Berner-Sjölund Visit Åland

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100 years of autonomy. Åland

is the oldest autonomous region in Europe as well as its smallest. Åland was granted autonomous status by the League of Nations in Geneva in 1921. A powerful movement in Åland had campaigned to become part of Sweden, but Finland did not want to let the island realm go. The decision made in Geneva was a compromise.

100 years of willfulness Naturally, we are celebrating this milestone, and we’ll be doing it properly. During 2021-2022, our calendar will be filled with events related to our centenary. Opera, theatre, music, literature, exhibitions, seminars, etc. The list is long. We welcome everyone to join us in the festivities, with special menus and tasty drinks at our restaurants. Don’t miss the chance to buy some of the genuine products made especially for the centenary.

Åland’s Regional Council (today known as the Parliament of Åland), with its 30 members, convened for the first plenary session on 9 June 1922. The Parliament of Åland passes its own legislation in such areas as the economy, education, transportation and health care. The administrative offices of the Government of Åland and Parliament are housed in the Government Office Building, which is located on the market square in Mariehamn. From June 2021 to June 2022, “Åland 100” will be celebrated with an extensive programme of activities.

‘Willfulness’ has been something of a lodestar during our autonomy, and it will continue to be for at least the next 100 years.

Visit Åland Do you want more information on things to do in Åland? Just stop by the Visit Åland office on Storagatan 8 in Mariehamn. Call +358 (0)18 24000, email info@visitaland.com or visit www.visitaland.com

Time zone and currency Åland’s currency is the euro and both Åland and Finland are in the Eastern European time zone. When it is 12 noon in Sweden, it is 1:00pm in Åland.

Åland – Islands of Peace Åland has no military or active military bases. Ålanders are exempt from military conscription in the Finnish Defence Forces.

Population What a pleasing development - more and more people want to make Åland their home! Over the past several years, Åland’s population has increased by 200 to 300 people, and the current population has now risen above the 30,000 mark. Nearly 12,000 people live in Mariehamn, Åland’s largest city. The official language in Åland is Swedish. In addition to the 26,000 Ålanders whose mother tongue is Swedish, there are some 68 other languages represented in Åland.

Åland - Islands of Opportunity To get to Åland you’ll need to cross the sea - what will you find when you arrive? Seafarers and boat builders? IT experts and chip manufacturers? Farmers and opera singers? There’s a simple answer: All of the above and then some. Åland is just this diverse. Just as active and modern as it is tranquil and traditional. Åland is a patchwork of islands strewn across the middle of the Baltic sea. It has one city, Mariehamn, and a vibrant countryside. You’ll always be close to the sea, washed by briny sea breezes. Åland is a country in the middle – a mixture of Sweden and Finland seasoned with influences from the time when Åland was part of the Russian Empire. Today, Åland is self-governing and, thanks to its autonomy, able to create a society according to its own needs and conditions. THE ÅLANDERS are an enterprising people. They are used to doing things themselves and relying on their own abilities. But, they never turn away from the world at large, either. They have sailed the seven seas and returned with new ideas and

dreams. In many cases, they also came home with the wherewithal to realise them. IN ÅLAND, tradition and modern thinking go hand in hand. Windmills are restored and midsummer wreaths are made while high-tech companies serve customers all over the world. These two worlds can easily be brought together on such a small scale. THE CLIMATE IS temperate and summers are typically sunny. Åland is said to have the most hours of sunshine in the Nordic countries from May to August. It tends to be windy – usually blowing in from the southwest – and numerous wind turbines provide Åland with green power.

Åland’s original centre is where the village of Långsbergsöda is located today. This is where the very first Ålanders arrived. One might wonder just how they managed to find their way to Åland, which was an expanse of barren islands in the middle of the wide open sea, but the waters surrounding it were rich with seals, fish and sea birds and the first Ålanders were devoted hunters and fishers. IF YOU WOULD LIKE to learn more about Åland, visit the cultural history museum of Åland. A new permanent exhibition presents 7,500 years of Åland history, from the first inhabitants in the stone age to modern-day society.

MAIN ISLAND ATTRACTIONS THE MEDIEVAL CASTLE OF KASTELHOLM in Sund. JAN KARLSGÅRDEN OPEN-AIR MUSEUM in Sund.

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THE CROWN PRISON VITA BJÖRN in Sund. FINSTRÖM MEDIEVAL CHURCH.

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100 % Åland – Don’t settle for anything less! I CUSTOM-TAILOR and book Åland packages for any group. Whether you have a 4-ball looking to play the golf courses at Kastelholm or a 400-person group for a conference at Alandica Kultur & Kongress, I’ll make sure you get a travel package worth your hard-earned money! I KNOW MY ÅLAND and can open all sorts of doors for you. All of Åland’s hotels, guesthouses, restaurants and activities are included in my extensive range, and I work together with all ferry lines and airlines serving Åland. After operating for nearly 40 years in Åland, I have also established a unique network of contacts with local businesses, sports, cultural life and administrative agencies – contacts that are useful to my guests.

Henrik Nordström will book the best Åland package for your group!

ALL YOU HAVE TO DO is call or email me with your wishes, and I’ll get back to you with my best possible offers. Read more about what I have to offer at www.turist-konferens.ax. The package options presented below will give you some ideas on how an Åland package for your group might look!

Conference & Kick-off

Golf-Åland All-in-One

Fishing-Åland Basic or Pro

• Optional return ferry trip. • Conference & meals on board. • Continued meeting in Mariehamn and/ or activities, such as visits to Åland’s Maritime Museum & museum ship Pommern, fishing, golf or beer tasting at Stallhagen Brewery. • Accommodation with full-board at the 4-star Hotel Arkipelag.

• Return ferry trip Kapellskär–Mariehamn or Grisslehamn–Berghamn. • Two or more 18-hole rounds with perfect tee times on the new Castle course and the Kings' course at the Åland Golf Club in Kastelholm or at Eckerö Golf in Kyrkoby. • Accommodation with breakfast at Hotel Arkipelag, Park Alandia or Cikada.

• Optional return ferry trip or flight. • Two overnight stays with breakfast at Hotel Arkipelag. • Fishing trip on your own or with a professional guide in the renowned, pike-rich archipelago surrounding Mariehamn. • Sauna and pool. • Dinner at Compagniet restaurant.

Package prices from 295 €/guest

Package prices from 210 €/golfer

Package price from 325 €/fisherman

Arkipelag Celebration

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Solhem School trip

• Ferry trip from Stockholm to Mariehamn by M/S Viking Grace. • Champagne breakfast on board. • Transfer to Hotel Arkipelag. • 3-course dinner at Compagniet restaurant. • Accommodation with breakfast. • Optional return boat trip, including a dinner buffet.

• Return ferry trip Stockholm–Mariehamn or Turku–Mariehamn. • Luxury breakfast on board. • Transfer from the ferry terminal to Hotel Arkipelag. • Welcome champagne. • Dinner at Compagniet restaurant and accommodation in a deluxe suite.

• Optional return ferry trip, with lunch and dinner on board. • Two-night accommodation with full-board at Pensionat Solhem by the sea in southern Mariehamn. • Rental bikes and possibility for activities such as adventure swimming, paddling, fishing, disc golf, adventure golf and/or horseback riding.

Package prices from 210 €/adult, 110 €/child

Package prices from 395 € /person

Ålands Turist & Konferens Ab Småholmavägen 160, AX-22120 Mariehamn +358 457 526 7087 • henrik@turist-konferens.ax www.turist-konferens.ax

Package prices from 215 €/pupil

In the heart of Mariehamn Stay in four-star accommodations with the sea as your neighbour A hotel of endless possibilities. We are a natural meeting point in Mariehamn, with restaurants, a nightclub, conference rooms and a pool. Tourists, artists, locals and conference guests all mix and mingle under our roof.

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Day conference packages from 44 € per person.

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Arrange your next meeting in the heart of Scandinavia! Alandica – a modern, functional conference facility in Mariehamn by the Eastern Harbour beach.

www.hotellarkipelag.ax Strandgatan 35, Mariehamn +358 (0)18 24020

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A myriad of islands in one of the most beautiful archipelagos in the world Åland has so many islands that not even Ålanders have visited them all. To be precise, there are 6,700 islands in total. How many will you be able to reach in a single visit? You can either drive around and explore the island realm on your own or follow a ready-made route. The Åland Archipelago Trail is a popular alternative, which makes exploring Åland all year round a snap, whether you’re travelling by car or bike. If you start in Mariehamn, the Archipelago Trail crosses the main island and heads east into the Åland archipelago. You can choose whether to start on the islands in the northern or southern archipelago. The Åland Archipelago Trail can also be combined with the Archipelago Trail

in Finland, which continues in the Turku archipelago via Osnäs or Galtby. This is also the starting point if you are coming to Åland from the east. TO GET FROM ISLAND TO island, you’ll be taking the inter-island ferries of Ålandstrafiken, which seamlessly transport cars, bikes and passengers. And, to sweeten the deal, you’ll be able to enjoy the sea and so many beautiful views – a ferry passage is an experience all on its own. Ferries run from the main island to inhabited islands

several times a day. Just remember to book a place for your vehicle in good time! EACH ISLAND has its own unique charm. From Brändö in the north, with its bridges and causeways, to the austere island of Kökar, lying at the southernmost point of the Åland archipelago. Stay a day or two before moving on and by all means make the odd detour. That way, you’ll be able to enjoy some extra time by dining out, seeing sights and savouring island life.

SIGHTS TO SEE IN THE ARCHIPELAGO GREVENS Ö Källskär on Kökar. MUSEUM FARM HERMAs on Enklinge. MEDIEVAL CHURCH at Kumlinge.

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SOTTUNGA, the smallest municipality in Finland, with approx. 100 residents. JURMO ISLAND in Brändö, Åland’s northernmost village.

ARCHIPELAGO MUSEUM on Lappo Island.

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Inter-island ferry timetables can be found here: www.alandstrafiken.ax

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It’s our birthday party - and you’re invited! On 9-12 June, Åland 100 invites everyone to celebrate this major milestone at our three-day fest. A wonderful city gathering, with music, dance, culture and concerts, awaits. Aland100.ax

A taste of Åland 100 Make sure to taste the special menus and tasty drinks our restaurants have come up with. Menus filled with Ålandic raw ingredients and traditions. Countless genuine products will be on offer during the centenary year. Bring a bit of Åland home with you!

Life and energy in a little big city Being close to everything is one of the advantages of living in a small city, and in Mariehamn everything you could possibly need is tucked within just a few blocks. You won’t have to go very far to find shopping, restaurants and cafés, not to mention hotels, pubs and bars. The easiest way to explore Mariehamn is by foot. You can leave your car at home or park it in front of the hotel. Parking is free, but remember to bring along your parking disc. If you don’t have a lot of time or you’ll be heading outside the city centre, you can rent a bicycle. DURING THE DAY, you can do some shopping on pedestrian street Torggatan. Follow this up with some lunch and a glass

of wine in one of the restaurants that will tempt you to return later in the evening with their bars and nightclubs and delicious à la carte offerings. The standard of lunch served in Mariehamn’s restaurants is generally high - and even higher in come dinnertime. Regardless of whether you prefer fine dining or fun dining, you’re in for a real treat. Not only that, you’ll find just about every kind of menu, from Nordic elegance to tapas, shellfish and a touch of Asia.

cocktails and settings that make you wonder whether you’re still in Mariehamn or have somehow been transported to a tavern on the Mediterranean. ON MILD SUMMER evenings, Ålanders and visitors all gather at the city’s numerous outdoor spots before ending the night’s festivities happy and a bit sweaty after a turn on the dance floor of a night club.

WHEN EVENING ARRIVES, the pubs, bars and night clubs open their doors, with many offering live bands, DJs and even singer-songwriters. Others tempt their guests with a wide variety of, innovative

SIGHTS TO SEE IN MARIEHAMN THE CALYPSO BAR - ambitious cocktail menu COMPAGNIET - gin bar, shuffleboard, billiards and petanque. BOQUERIAN - tapas and cava. KINO NATTKLUBB - dancing and drinks.

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INDIGO RESTAURANG & BAR - fun dining and pub hangout. RESTAURANG NAUTICAL - fine dining with a view of the Pommern. ÅSS PAVILJONGEN - the best evening sun in the city.

F.P. VON KNORRING - restaurant boat with pub. BRASSERIE ÅNGBÅTSBRYGGAN - grill and plateau de fruits de mer. CLUB MARIN - outdoor seating at the guest harbour.

ARKEN GARDEN and ARKEN NIGHTCLUB - classic dance floor. PARKS BAR - singer-songwriters and live bands all year round. ROCKOFF - Åland’s biggest music festival.

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R E STAU R AN TS NOT TO BE MI S S E D

FOOD IN THE TOWN CENTRE ENJOY SEAFOOD BY THE PIER

Brasserie Ångbåtsbryggan has a great location in Mariehamn. Just a stone’s throw from the town square, yet at the pier with a nice sea view over the bay and marina in the Eastern Harbour. The restaurant offers a special atmosphere because the walls and the ceiling are made of glass, which gives an illusion of being outdoors when indoors. In late summer and autumn evenings there is extra magic in the air when the natural daylight is shifting into a starry sky. The open kitchen is the heart of the restaurant. You can see the chefs working next to a big stone oven made of local recycled red bricks.

Mariehamn attracts visitors with good food and entertainment. Take a food walk and discover four restaurants with atmosphere, style and variety – everything from great lunches, seafood and à la carte dishes to stone oven baked pizzas. In between you can play adventure golf.

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You are welcome to enjoy a traditional mix of cold and hot dishes and share them with your friends. If you want to enjoy the tapas at home, you can visit our cheese and cold cuts counter and select delicacies to take away.

Sittkoff Galleria • Torggatan 13 • sittkoffska.ax

Boquerian is an oasis with a Mediterranean touch. Here you can relax, eat in peace and quiet while enjoying the moment. On the patio and in the restaurant you and your friends can order different kinds of small dishes, such as tapas, cheese and cold cuts, and stay long in good company.

Sittkoffska Gården is a popular meeting point in the middle of Mariehamn. Cosiness, vintage, local raw produce and sustainability are the key words for the restaurant. Take an extra look at the imaginary décor, such as the recycled windows, old pieces of furniture, lush green plants and the gigantic felted elk head. Here you can enjoy genuine homely meals of local raw produce and high quality. Visit also the Farm Store, filled with Åland artisan food products that you can buy home.

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STONE OVEN BAKED PIZZAS WITH FRESH INGREDIENTS

Pizzeria Diablo is located on Nygatan, in the heart of Mariehamn’s entertainment centre. Diablo serves delicious stone oven baked pizzas with a local twist and of fresh raw produce. Enjoy your pizza in the cosy pizzeria or take away. The opening hours are generous, especially during the weekend when pizzas are baked until 5 o’clock in the morning. Nygatan 3 • diablo.ax SITTKOFFSKA GÅRDEN

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CHALLENGE YOUR FAMILY ON ADVENTURE GOLF Ångbåtsbryggan Adventure Golf is next to Brasseriet in the Eastern Harbour. Here you can have a lunch, coffee or something good to drink before or after a round on the 18-hole mini golf course with fun obstacles. The sunny and spacious outdoor patio has a nice view of several golf holes. The course suits everyone, young and old alike. Östra Hamnen • bryggan.ax BOQUERIAN

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Pleasant days in the holiday city of Mariehamn Mariehamn is situated on an isthmus between two bays and is therefore surrounded by water to the east and west. In addition to beautiful views and walking paths, the city’s shorelines beckon for a dip in the sea, a bite to eat in a restaurant, not to mention all manner of recreation and sights. Mariehamn’s eastern side is the place for swimming and sunbathing all day long. Here you’ll find Nabben, with its gently sloping sand beach and charming seaside setting. The sand beach at Lilla holmen is also family-friendly, with its swimming pier, pirate ship, rabbits and peacocks. If you prefer a tiled pool over sand, there are plenty of swimming halls and hotel pools to choose from. THE MARITIME QUARTER is another mustsee part of the city. Among its red-ochre storehouses, you’ll encounter artists, artisans, smiths, boatbuilders, yoga instruc-

tors and pizza makers in a cosy, pleasant little community. The M/S Sunnan II, an excursion boat done up in the style of an old-fashioned steamship, is moored at the quay, ready to set sail. Enjoy a delicious meal while on a cruise through the archipelago. If you are looking for entertainment and fine dining, the city’s many restaurants, cafés and other leisure spots are all located close to each other. Some open the floor for summer dancing, while others offer a round of adventure golf. Two kilometres to the west and a lovely walk through Mariehamn’s lush avenue of lin-

den trees, you’ll find the city’s western harbour, with its restaurants and outdoor terraces awash in the bright evening sun. TAKE THE SHORELINE promenade up to Badhusberget Hill to get a bird’s eye view of Mariehamn. Or play a round of disc golf at Badhusparken. The western harbour is also home to the pride of Mariehamn, the Pommern, which was built in 1903 and is the only sailing ship in the world in its original condition. Combine a visit to the Pommern with the Maritime Museum for a deeper dive into the impressive maritime history of Åland.

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Welcome to the Maritime Quarter! WHAT’S ON IN THE

Maritime Quarter The Maritime Quarter is not just another lovely part of the city, but the setting for many events during the year. This is the place where spring is ushered in at the Tar Market in April and the popular Åland Sea Days is held in July. The Åland Harvest Festival is held in September and in December, naturally, it’s time for the Christmas Market.

MARITIME QUARTER – Åland’s arts and crafts centre, with museums, a wooden boat yard and shipbuilding Here you’ll find a living maritime milieu, with boat building, a forge and other handicrafts, not to mention a harbour for traditional schooners and wooden boats. The Maritime Quarter has a Ship and Boat building Museum and Museum of historical marine engines. You can wander among wooden boats, boathouses and storehouses, or take a peek in the Seafarers’ chapel. The centre’s activities are supported by the City of Mariehamn and Åland Cultural Delegation.

Åland is building a new schooner – EMELIA The schooner Emelia will be over 25 metres in length and built using old shipbuilding traditions in the Maritime Quarter within walking distance of the Mariehamn city centre. Her launch is planned for 2024 during the Tall Ships Races. Emelia will replace the schooner Albanus and, like her predecessor, she will be used for youth programmes as well as tourist excursions.

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Åland’s biggest shop for handicrafts

Plåtbröd – Pizza Åland style

Here you’ll find an inspiring selection of beautiful, sustainable Åland articles in all shapes and sizes. Textiles, wood, wrought iron goods, pottery, silver, delicacies, candles, books and CDs produced in Åland. All made with the personal touches of each artisan. A unique memento from Åland for yourself or someone else.

Come try a real Nordic pizza - plåtbröd - a concept developed by none other than celebrity chef Michael Björklund. Plåtbröd is made using the highest quality ingredients, homemade tomato sauce and aged Ålandic cheese - all in genuine archipelago style. This unique treat can then be enjoyed on our large terrace on the water.

Hand-made jewellery in the spirit of the archipelago In Guldviva’s quaint boutique and workshop, you will find hand-made jewellery that immortalizes the spirit of the barren nature and warm culture of the archipelago. Everything designed and made by our own goldsmiths in 925 Sterling Silver or 18K gold. Find the gift with a genuine connection to Åland, or your own memory to carry with you forever. Welcome.

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SALT Konsthantverk www.salt.ax +358 18 21505

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What is there hiding in the depths of the sea? Come and say hello to the giant squid, sea serpent, bloody sea cucumber, sea bishop and other mythical sea creatures at the “Sea Monsters” exhibition, which will be opening at the Åland Maritime Museum. Once upon a time, humans believed that the world was flat and the sea was filled with all manner of sea monsters. For example, in 1539, when Archbishop Olaus Magnus drafted his Carta Marina map of the Nordic and Baltic countries. The map showed not only islands and the sea, but also real and imaginary creatures. The Carta Marina is the basis for the Sea Monsters exhibition, which will take you on a voyage of discovery among all the creatures of the deep. TOGETHER WITH PLAYWRIGHT and children’s book author, Laura Ruohonen, and illustrator, Erika Kallasmaa, you’ll go on a hair-raising journey to hitherto unknown worlds. You’ll learn about the mythical creatures of the sea in poems and illustrations. The result is an exciting exhibition with enormous monsters and amusing rhymes. Titillating and just the right amount of creepy. You’ll be able to read, listen, touch and even hug - if you dare! Even though the exhibition is aimed at children, it is so informative that the whole family will enjoy it. The massive plush monsters are accompanied by facts and explanations about how people saw the world around them in the Middle Ages. ALSO WORTH SEEING is the Maritime Museum’s main exhibition, which now has a newly renovated Cabinet of Curiosities, filled with exotic souvenirs brought home by seafarers. The museum also has a unique pirate flag, one of only two genuine pirate flags in the entire world. Kids love the “Ruby and the Sea” activity room. From May to September, you can climb aboard the sailing ship Pommern and follow a fictional 100-day aroundthe-world voyage.

MARITIME SIGHTS TO SEE ÅLAND MARITIME MUSEUM in Mariehamn. Sea Monsters opens on 2 April. MUSEUM SHIP POMMERN in Mariehamn.

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MARITIME QUARTER IN MARIEHAMN, with the Ship and Boat building Museum. SKEPPARGÅRDEN PELLAS in Lemland.

KOBBA KLINTARS PILOT STATION outside Mariehamn. LASSE ERIKSSON’S SHIP MUSEUM at Vårdö.

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Natural relaxation We feel our best when we are in balance. When pulse-pounding activity is compensated with an equal measure of rest and recovery. Get out into nature and you’ll treat yourself with an honest to goodness health cure. You’ll find it all in Åland among the islands and islets, in the silent forests and flowery meadows, at the foot of the mighty sea and on the rocky red granite shores. Where the distance between an adrenaline kick and peaceful tranquillity is a short one. Where it’s easy to go from storm to calm. Here, you can relax by being active. An experience that costs nothing, requires no reservations and is just as fulfilling no matter what time of year it might be.

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Treat yourself to an escape from your workaday life with a miniholiday in beautiful Åland! TAKE A MINI-BREAK! PRICES FROM 99 €/person! Mariehamn, the heart of the Åland Islands, offers various opportunities to spend time together – for couples, families, friends, and co-workers. The price includes: • Return tickets for the ferry boat. • Accommodation in a double room in the four-star Hotel Pommern. • Breakfast and a three-course archipelago dinner in the Kvarter5 Restaurant.

Reservations and inquiries can be made 24/7, info@alandhotels.fi or +358 18 15 555.

ACTIVE HOLIDAYS

In nature’s amusement park

Don’t forget Everyman’s Rights! Explore on your own or simplify things and book a guide.

Get out into nature and experience the heights, on land or at sea. Nice and easy or at top speed. How about hiking, biking, paddling, horseback riding or watersports?

PILGRIMS MAKING THE TREK by bicycle follow granite red roads through the countryside and villages. And, when the road ends at the water’s edge, you’ll continue your journey on an inter-island ferry. It’s easy to make lovely looping detours along the way. Depending on how you plan your route, you’ll discover everything from castles and medieval churches to cafés and farm shops. Tour operators, such as Viking Line and Eckerö Linjen offer cycling packages, which include a bicycle, helmet, ready-made route suggestions, booked accommodations and delicious meals.

A bicycle, kayak or pair of hiking boots are perfect for anyone who loves to get out into nature under their own steam. Actually, you can start anywhere in Åland and you’ll always find amazing routes to roam. You can choose to stay in one place and make day trips wherever the wind blows you or make it a longer trip, with several overnight stays along the way. The St. Olav Waterway, which stretches right across the whole of Åland, is one way to go. Guided pilgrimages are also offered along the Waterway.

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WHEN GOING BY KAYAK, the water will show you the way, with endless possibilities to be found among the thousands of islands and skerries. You’ll find everything from calm bays for beginners to more challenging paddling water in the outer archipelago,

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Catch a ferry to the Åland Islands

Finnlines’ freight-passenger ships offer you an easy option for travelling to the Åland Islands from Sweden and Finland. On this route the buffet meals are always included in the trip. Get your car ready and book your trip at finnlines.com

You can hire bikes and canoes/ kayaks in Åland. Canoes/ kayaks can be driven to a desired put-in and picked up when you are done, provided that the location can be reached by car.

where you can land just about anywhere for a refreshing dip in the sea. A lovely little three-hour tour can be made by starting at Käringsund, paddling around Främstön and Mellanön islands and then returning through Bredsund. Along this route, there are uninhabited areas where you can stop for a break. Or, you can set course for a local attraction, such as Kobba Klintar or Kastelholm Castle. There are also operators who hire out equipment and arrange guided tours.

Need help planning a route? Contact Viking Line and Eckerö Linjen! They offer cycling packages, which include a bicycle, helmet, ready-made route suggestions, booked accommodations and delicious meals.

ANYTHING YOU CAN DO ON or in the water you can do in Åland, and watersports such as surfing, kitesurfing and jet skiing are popular activities. You can bring along your own gear or rent it at your destination. Come winter, just lace up a pair of long-distance skates and head out across the frozen expanses. If the winter is a good one, the season will be long. Lakes freeze up first, followed by bays, and then you’ll be able to glide out over the magical, frozen open sea. The diversity of nature and ability to quickly move from bay to peaceful bay and across wide open ice are also part of the appeal. FORESTS AND NATURE are an experience unto themselves. You can actually plop yourself down on any log or rock you find, simply sit back and enjoy the show. You can even take a “forest bath”! If you’re a bit more on the active side, you can experience nature by taking a stroll on a nature path or trekking on a longer hiking trail. Forest terrain and a horse or mountain bike will get you moving and a give you a healthy dose of fresh air. There is no shortage of forest roads and trails for active horseback riders and cyclists to choose from. The Eckerö mountain bike trail includes a three-kilometre long beginner section with beautiful views and exciting jumps. Bikers who want to challenge themselves can try to beat the trail record using the Strava training app.

EQUIPMENT HIRE IN ÅLAND RUNDBERGS BIL & SERVICE, Mariehamn. Car and van rentals. JETSKI ÅLAND, mobile rentals - jet skis, mountain bikes and other sports equipment.

RO-NO RENT, Mariehamn. Bicycles, mopeds, boats and canoes. NIMIX, Eckerö. Mobile kayak rentals. PADDELBODEN, Mariehamn. kayaks and SUPs.

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GOLF ON TOP FLIGHT

BY THE SEA

Since its renovation, Ålands Golfklubb’s Slottsbanan has become one of the most talked-about courses in the Nordic countries. According to both golf journalists and experts, Slottsbanan has the potential to make the top-25 list in Europe. Kungsbanan is Ålands Golfklubb’s other 18-hole course, which offers a change of scenery and wonderful challenge for even the most skilled of players.

OFFERING FOR 2022 2 x Kungsbanan + 1 x Slottsbanan 200 € (norm. 250) 2 x Slottsbanan + 1 x Kungsbanan 240 € (norm. 290)

Juniors (up to 21 years of age) half price on the green fees.

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We are now accepting reservation enquiries for the entire 2022 season!

LIVE WITH THE WATER AS YOUR NEIGHBOUR THREE ISLANDS FOR MEETINGS, CELEBRATIONS AND FULL RELAXATION – the island you choose will be all yours during your visit • The main island Silverskär: 55 beds in 4-star standard • Klobben: 32 beds in charming sea cottages • Sviskär: 4 beds in a hermit’s cabin Find out more about the islands, the meetings and the food, our environmental work and the love we share for this genuine archipelago at www.silverskar.ax

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Sea views and world-class greens In the summer of 2020, Åland’s most popular golf course, Slottsbanan, reopened after a comprehensive renovation. The result is a very highly regarded course with even more seafront space. Slottbanan is praised by golfers for its beautiful stretches along the Slottssundet sound, where you can enjoy stunning sea views from all 18 holes. After being open for two seasons, it’s fairly clear that the course maintains its high standards. Particularly the greens, which are of the highest European class. And, it’s not just the golfers who rank Slottsbanan so high. The Ladies European Tour, which is the second highest international women’s tour in the world, also sees the course’s potential and has chosen to

host one of the tournaments in Åland in the beginning of September 2022. Some 120 international professional women golfers will gather at Ålands Golfklubb to compete on the Slottsbanan course, an event that is expected to draw a big audience. GOLF IS A SPORT that is increasing in popularity, and Ålands Golfklubb welcomes a large number of satisfied golfers each year. One tip is to plan well ahead and book the tee times for the entire year.

In addition to Slottsbanan, Åland also has Kungsbanan, a beautiful 18-hole course with forested grounds. The Prinsessan short hole course, with its six par 3 holes, is perfect for anyone wanting to give golf a try or work on their technique. YOU CAN FIND even more beautiful greens and fairways at Eckerö Golf on the west coast of Åland. Golfers of every skill level enjoy it here thanks to the four tees on the club’s 18-hole course. This gives everyone the chance to finish holes on their handicap. The first nine holes of the course are a bit easier, while the last nine are longer and more challenging.

GOLF IN ÅLAND ÅLANDS GOLFKLUBB www.agk.ax

ECKERÖ GOLF www.eckerogolf.ax

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Reservations can be booked either directly with the courses or through a tour operator in land such as Viking Line, Eckerš Linjen, land Travel, landhotels or lands Turist & Konferens.

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The newest hotel on Åland! – feels like home Welcome to Park Alandia Hotel, a newly renovated, family-owned hotel by the lush Esplanade alley in the centre of Mariehamn. Take a dip in our new pool, enjoy a nice dinner in the restaurant and relax with a refreshing drink in the bar.

Conference or vacation – we are here for you!

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DISCOVER ÅLAND

BY CAR

Rent a car at Rundbergs Bil & Service for your explorations around the Åland Islands! High-class rental cars for 4–9 persons. Free delivery in Mariehamn.

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Valid for 24 hours only! Rental category A, incl. insurance and 250 km. Free delivery in Mariehamn.

Rundbergs Bil & Service

Strandgatan 1 B, +358 18 525 505, www.rundbergs.com, rbs@rundbergs.com Weekdays 7–24, Saturday 8–24, Sunday 9–24

Take a car to the sights of Sund On the way to Sund you can stop at Café Uffe på Berget, situated on a high hill with fantastic views over the sound of Färjsundet. Drive around Sund, or stay here for a day or two. Sund offers something for every taste, from historical sights to sceneries of natural beauty! More tips for sightseeing: www.rundbergs.com

Voracious pike and trendy perch Hire a fishing guide for one day or several! You’ll then be ready to make some of the biggest catches on your own - if that’s what you want. In many cases, you’ll have so much fun in the boat that you’ll prefer fishing together with others. Åland’s fishing guides often receive praise, both on Facebook and by email, from guests who are so pleased with their fishing trip that they often come back for more and more. Actually, this is not very surprising. The guides are active sport fishers, whose work is their passion all year round. It is a good concept, without any extra bells and whistles: it merely gives the guests the experiences they’ve come for. That’s precisely why you’ll always be well taken care of. Fishing guides provide both tackle and knowledge. They have sturdy, well-equipped boats and know just where the fish are biting. You won’t even have to worry about meals, either. When your stomach starts growling, the guide will simply lay out a tasty spread of food and drink. ÅLAND IS A FISHING PARADISE all year round, with excellent fishing and the unparalleled natural beauty of the archipelago. Perch fishing is constantly gaining in popularity. According to the fishing guides, it is currently something of a trend to fish for perch with rigs other than just a spinner and jig. Another speciality is the tough and agile pike. You can fish pike with both spinners and flies in many places throughout Åland. And, for a little variety, you can also fish for pike-perch and sea trout. Åland has beautiful lowland shorelines facing the open sea that are tailor-made for fly fishing, whether from the shore or on a float. In the winter, when the ice has set, anglers can pack their jigs and thermos and head out for a spot of ice fishing. YOU CAN EASILY BOOK a package deal, including transport, accommodations and guided fishing. Or, you can simply hire yourself a boat, get a fishing permit and head out on your own without a guide.

Fishing permits online! The waters surrounding Åland are divided into several large and small fishing permit areas. All visiting anglers must have a valid fishing permit.

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Fishing permits may be purchased at www.visitaland.com Cottage villages and shops in Åland also sell fishing permits over the counter.

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Discover more of Åland Stormskärs Konferens & Värdshus

Lägerelden

Fiskelyckan

Experience high-class angling for pike, perch and sea trout. Or try traditional archipelago fishing with a net for archipelago delicacies such as whitefish and perch. Both groups and private individuals are welcome to our guided fishing trips. You can also go on your own fishing trip in local waters or follow us on a sea outing to Väderskär.

Lägerelden offers guests fine and memorable fishing and nature experiences in the Åland archipelago. We also offer other activities and customise all excursions according to your wishes. We fish for pike, perch and sea trout. Welcome!

The fishing paradise of Åland is an unparalleled experience, and with me as your guide, you are in for a truly unforgettable fishing adventure. With a lifetime of fishing experience, professional-grade equipment and a passion for fishing, I will do everything I can to meet your expectations. I also offer outstanding excursions to Kobba Klintar and Rödhamn, among other places. Follow us on Facebook!

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JetSki Åland Water Scooters & Sports Equipment Rental

Paddelboden

JaRo Guiding

Experience Åland’s beautiful archipelago from the water. Savour the peace and tranquillity of nature. You can rent SUP-boards or kayaks and paddle out on your own adventure or join us on a guided tour among the islets and skerries. We also organise fun group activities, such as team-building exercises and guided tours, for school classes, companies and groups of friends. Don’t forget to check out our course calendar.

We offer a wide range of fishing and nature experiences. Everything from salmon trolling to jig fishing and angling for children with a fish guarantee. We also offer boat excursions and nature walks. We have tours for all skill levels and all ages, and some of the tours are suited for the disabled.

We rent water scooters, SUP boards, water sports equipment, Fatbikes, e-MTBs and much more. Visit our website www.jetskialand.ax and Facebook & Instagram. Welcome!

Mariehamn • jetskialand.ax

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Shipland – Water taxi

Käringsund Resort & Conferance

Experience the world’s most beautiful archipelago! Join a guided island-hopping tour and visit lighthouses, pilot stations and various islands, or join our Geocaching trip to Lågskär lighthouse island. You can come alone, with friends or company. Choose a ready-made package or customize your own excursion. We also offer taxi boat charter for groups of all sizes.

Pool and children’s pool • MTB course • hiking trail • trail running course • swim/run course • disc golf • padel • tennis • table tennis • beach volleyball • football • badminton • boules • miniature golf • kayak rental • canoes • SUPs • pedal boats • rowboats • fishing excursions • jetski safari • boat excursions.

Mariehamn • www.shipland.ax

Eckerö • www.karingsund.ax

Mariehamn • www.fiskelyckan.ax

Eckerö • jaroguiding.com

Eden Jakt/Hunting We are one of the few operators in Scandinavia that offer red deer and mouflon bow hunting in our wildlife enclosure. Red deer, for example, range in size from young animals to stags with 17–18-branched antlers. If you don’t want to go hunting, you can take a camera and visit the enclosure with your host to capture the beautiful animals this way! Genuine cabins with modern facilities located by the beach close to the enclosure.

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Join us outdoors!

Föglö 11–16 July 2022 MONDAY, 11 JULY, OPENING CEREMONY Högtryck Christian Andersson TUESDAY, 12 JULY Matz Bladhs WEDNESDAY, 13 JULY Fernandoz

THURSDAY, 14 JULY Larz-Kristerz FRIDAY, 15 JULY Blackjack SATURDAY, 16 JULY Streaplers

Come and dance all wee k!

Purchase tickets at: www.dansbandsfestival.nu

Come stay with us at the

GODBY HOSTEL Simple, but charming accommodations in close proximity to the swimming hall, sports hall and gym. We offer a variety of room types, ranging from single rooms to dormitories, with or without breakfast. The hostel has a common room with a television and kitchen, where you can prepare your own meals if you should so desire. The reception desk can also help with tourist information. We are centrally located in the middle of Åland, in the village of Godby, which is an ideal starting point for visitors wanting to explore every corner of Åland by car, bicycle or foot.

HIKING TRAIL

HOSTEL CYCLING

We are right next to hiking trails, an obstacle course (with climbing wall), a public beach, observation tower, restaurants and so much more. Free WiFi throughout the area. Welcome!

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Book your Åland trip by us! Hotel packages including local delicacies Cottages, hermit cottages Fishing Golf Bicycle-, MC- and car packages Program for groups For groups: Sports and tournaments Conference

Ålandsresor, Mariehamn

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Fun ideas and inspiring concoctions Ålanders are creative jacks-of-all-trades and, in the area surrounding the Stallhagen brewery and Strandpensionat Stalldalen hotel in Grelsby, you’ll find many examples of Ålander ingenuity. Founded in 2004, Stallhagen, which is renowned for its handcrafted beers and popular gastropub, now offers curious visitors yet another reason to visit - its geodesic dome. The dome, which consists of 180 hexagons, 1,620 wooden bars, 14,040 galvanised bolts and untold working hours, is a hemipsheric construction that is not only impressive to behold, but also extends the season by sealing out the weather. The dome is the perfect venue for weddings, parties and other events for anyone wanting something different, not to mention lovely to look at! Stallhalla, an outdoor amphitheatre with a stage that floats on the pond next to the brewery, is a sight in itself. This is a venue that does it all. Everything from theatre and opera performances to rock festivals has graced this stage in its enchanting setting. IF YOU WANT EAT AND DRINK to your heart’s content at Stallhagen, we recommend staying at the Strandpensionat Stalldalen hotel, which is just 1.5 kilometres away. Here, an abandoned mental hospital has been converted into a charming place to stay, which is now known for its comfy beds and delicious Åland breakfast. The hospital was built before breakthroughs in medicine were made, and the site was very carefully chosen to offer patients the best possible recovery. Even though parts of the rustic buildings are still under renovation, the seaside hotel is already a desirable getaway for guests, who will happily return to enjoy the peaceful setting. The hotel has its own beach, a hot tub and a floating sauna. There is also a chapel, pergola garden and bakery café in the area.

ÅLANDER CREATIVITY HOTELL SVALA AT KUMLINGE. Another hospital converted into a hotel - focus on design and sustainability. SMAKBYN AT KASTELHOLM. Restaurant, distillery and farm shop of celebrity chef and winner of game show Robinson, Michael Björklund.

STALLHAGEN - brewery, pub and restaurant in Grelsby. STRANDPENSIONAT STALLDALEN hotel. JOHANNAS HEMBAKTA - shop and café in Grelsby.

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TOUGH, CHALLENGING

– and utterly addictive!

Choose Åland for training or competition! The landscape is full of natural obstacles and is made for everyone who loves to push the envelope – both physically and mentally.

Åland Swim Run is a challenge that demands true grit, particularly in the classes geared toward experienced athletes. The courses in the outer archipelago cross islands and open water through a landscape that has everything from waves and wind to slippery rocks. Not to mention beautiful views. Fortunately, there are also classes for ordinary fitness buffs who want to test their limits. But, don’t be fooled - the shorter, easier courses are not to be taken lightly, either. ROAD CYCLISTS SAY that Åland is the Mallorca of the North, but better! This is due to lighter traffic combined with ideal roads and beautiful natural surroundings. A total of 1,100 kilometres of public roads and 150 kilometres of bike trails are perfect for anyone who wants to get in a cycling workout on their holiday. Or compete in a bike race. Feel free to contact Ålandscyklisterna on its Facebook

page. Ålandscyklisterna is a group that welcomes other cycling enthusiasts to join their training sessions and competitions. MANY PEOPLE LOVE being able to combine training and competing with family holidays. Many of the holiday competitions during the year start at Käringsund Resort in Eckerö, offering classes for every ability level and age. In many cases, competition days are real family gatherings, where even members of the family not competing can find plenty to do, either in the competition area or anywhere in Åland. While the athletes are hard at it, those wanting to simply enjoy the good life can sunbathe, swim, go sightseeing and eat to their heart’s content! On pages 54-57, you’ll find several tips on family activities.

a time–you the Käringsund Triathlon is for you. There are classes and sections that suit every ability, but for pros it’s all about the middle distance, or Half Ironman triathlon. Competitors must swim 1,900 metres, bike 90 kilometres and run 21 kilometres. However, the most enjoyable way to compete is to gather up your friends or co-workers for the team relay. CLOSE OUT THE COMPETITION season with a run in October, when the air is clear and loaded with oxygen. The 22 kilometre-long Kanonloppet (Cannon Run) crosses varied terrain, while the Åland Marathon & ½ Marathon is a city run through the streets of Mariehamn. Then, you can loosen up your tired muscles with a steamy sauna and good night’s sleep at the hotel.

IF YOU LOVE TO SWIM, run and bike–preferably long distances for several hours at

COMPETE TO YOUR HEART’S CONTENT IN ÅLAND! SJÖJUNGFRULOPPET, women’s run in Mariehamn, 7 May. BRÄNDÖLUFFEN, half-marathon and run, 21 May. TROLLINGTRÄFF ÅLAND, fishing event, x1–4 June.

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KÄRINGSUNDSLOPPET, cycling event, 2–3 July. SEMESTERLOPPET, running event, 9 July. KÄRINGSUND TRIATHLON, 26–27 August.

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ÅLAND MARATHON & ½ MARATHON, 29 October. NYÅRSRUSET, running event, 31 December.

CARLSRO CANCERRUN, 4 September. ÅLAND SWIMRUN, 9–10 September. KANONLOPPET AND ÅLANDSMARSCHEN, 22.5 km or 15 km run/walk. 8 October.

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See wild animals up close and personal!

See llamas, deer, wild boar and ostriches on a guided game safari. You’ll be sitting safely and comfortably in a trolley, allowing you to watch the animals at your leisure. We draw the animals in so you can get a very close look at them. In addition to this, you’ll be able to feed some of the animals.

START TIMES

ADMISSION FEES

10–24 June 12, 13, 14 pm Monday–Saturday 25 June Midsummer’s Eve closed June – 1 Aug 11 am, 12, 13, 14, 15 pm daily 2–14 Aug kl. 12, 13, 14, 15 pm daily During the pre and post-season: See our Facebook page for extra safari times.

Adult 14,00 € Children 7–14 years of age accompanied by their parents 10,00 €

Welcome to Åland and Granbergs Gästhus. When you stay with us, you’ll be able to enjoy our comfortable, well-appointed cottages and houses near the idyllic old fishing village of Käringsund on Eckerö. Book a double room, cottage or house for 2–8 persons. Choose between country charm or an elegant beachfront, with a beautiful view of the sea and a private setting.

Children 3–6 years of age accompanied by their parents 7,00 € Children under 3 years of age – Free

KÄRINGSUNDS VILTSAFARI

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Welcome to the Åland Hunting and Fishing Museum! The Åland Hunting and Fishing Museum sits on the red rocks of Käringsund, surrounded by the natural beauty and historic milieu of the fishing village. Designed by architect Folke Wickström, the wooden museum building resembles a cluster of boathouses. Inside the museum, the hunting and fishing implements and fauna tell the story of life in the Åland archipelago, nature and culture of yesterday, today and tomorrow. A MUSEUM FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! The main museum exhibition presents the nature, hunting and fishing culture of Åland. The museum focuses on various types of fishing, spring bird hunting, seal hunting and boats. There is also an exhibition displaying trophies and weapons. Kids love the Children’s Herring Market and the whole family can take a trivia walk together or play our Trout Route game! We also still have our pearl dig, which has been part of the museum since it first opened! During the summer, we put on 1–3 different summer exhibitions, which deal with nature, fishing or hunting. The exhibitions can consist of photographs, artwork, sculpture or trophies. Open during the summer season. Adults 7 €, Pensioners/Students 5 €, Children 7–17 years 4 €, Free admission for children under 7 years of age, Family ticket 18 € There is also so much to explore outside the museum! Read more on our website at jaktfiskemuseum.ax

Fiskeläge 37, 22270 ECKERÖ +358 (0)40 588 6716, info@ jaktfiskemuseum.ax www.jaktfiskemuseum.ax

Examples of sports halls and fields in Åland MULTISPORT HALLS: Idrottsgården (also bowling and judo) and Baltichallen in Mariehamn, Vikingahallen in Jomala, Ålands Idrottscenter (and swimming hall) in Finström and Eckeröhallen in Eckerö. SPECIALISED FACILITIES: Islandia Ice Arena, Mariebad swimming hall, Bollhalla tennis and badminton hall, Ålands padelcenter in Mariehamn, Gymnastikarena Åland (planned opening in autumn 2022) in Jomala, Åland Hotels Curlingcenter in Eckerö, Avancia gym, Träningsverket gym, Islands of Granit Crossfit in Mariehamn, OPEX gym in Jomala, VIBE gym in Finström. OUTDOOR FACILITIES: Baltic Athletics Arena and football pitches Wiklöf Holding Arena and Backebergs IP in Mariehamn, Bengtsböle in Lemland, and Markusböle in Finström.

Improve your game with a sporting adventure Åland has invested heavily in sports and has numerous sports facilities located throughout the island province. It also has a large number of athletes and active organisations that are eager to take part in a practice game. It’s almost difficult to find a sport that can’t be played indoors in Åland. Floor hockey, volleyball, basketball, table tennis and futsal can be played in any of the seven multisport arenas that are found throughout Åland. Allhallen in Eckerö is big enough to fit a full-size football pitch! Then, there are several speciality facilities for tennis, badminton, ice hockey, curling, bowling, judo and other martial arts. Last summer saw the opening of a new type of hall - a padel court centre. Vikingahallen in Jomala boasts its own squash court.

ÅLAND HAS SEVERAL outdoor football pitches - some with artificial turf and some that are open all year round. A new, fully-equipped track and field arena will be opening in south Mariehamn before the start of the next season. The arena offers world-class facilities, with its fast-running Mondotracks. Also new is the Icelandic horse track at Ålandstravet Trotting Track, which is so beautifully constructed that Åland will host the Nordic Championships for Icelandic Horses in 2022. In addition to these, a new state-of-the-art hall dedicated to

gymnastics will be built in 2022. Its inauguration is planned for the autumn. AND WHAT’S MORE - all of these facilities have plenty of free hours available! Keep that in mind the next time your organisation is planning a training camp. A sporting mini-adventure awaits in Åland. The ferry passage is an experience unto itself and, once in Åland, you’ll be able to stay close to any of the facilities, often within walking distance. This is something everyone appreciates. Shorter transfers mean less stress and more time to train and enjoy the atmosphere.

SPORTING EVENTS NORDIC CHAMPIONSHIPS for Icelandic Horses, 9-14 August. ELITE LEAGUE FOOTBALL: Women’s Åland United and Men’s IFK Mariehamn play in the top Finnish football league. The teams play their home matches at Wiklöf Holding Arena.

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ALANDIA CUP, football tournament for 11-year-olds 11-16 June and 12-year-olds 18-23 June. LADIES EUROPEAN TOUR, Finnish Ladies Open, golf, 1-3 September.

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Greetings from the Middle Ages What tales might you tell if you were a castle from the 1300s? You would probably never run out of stories to share! You can hear some of these when visiting the well-preserved ruins of Kastleholm Castle. The castle enjoyed its golden age during the reign of Gustav I (Vasa) and his sons. This was the place where, for example, Erik XIV was imprisoned together with his wife Karin Månsdotter. The Jan Karlsgården open-air museum, with its old buildings from all over Åland, is located behind the castle. Even more stories about the days of yore are waiting to be told among the creaking floors and old rocking chairs.

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EVENTS THAT FORMED ÅLAND

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Use the app! Want to know more about the fascinating history of Bomarsund? Want to see pictures of the large-scale military undertaking? Videos? Want to hear more? Just download the Coastal Past app on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Available in Swedish, Finnish, English and Russian.

Åland has always been a strategically important point in the Baltic region. Even today, we can find traces of exciting periods scattered throughout Åland - everything from Russian fortifications and coastal batteries to stately customs houses. After the Finnish War (1808-1809), Åland and Finland went from being part of Sweden to being absorbed by the Russian Empire. Åland also became the westernmost outpost of the Russian Empire, which posted a regiment here. But, this was not

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enough – the Russians wanted a proper coastal fortress. Construction on the impressively planned fortifications were begun in Bomarsund in 1830. The civilian population also grew, making Bomarsund an economic and political centre.

However, the fortress was never completed as it was destroyed by French and British forces during the Crimean War in 1854, an event that eventually led to today’s demilitarised Åland. The fortress ruins have long been a popular attraction and, this year, they are extremely topical. The Bomarsund visitor centre is opening this summer, with completely new exhibits and visitor experiences.

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Contact: bomarsund@museum.ax

Open: 17 June–30 September daily 10:00am-5:00pm Admission: Adults 8 € | Students/Pensioners 5 €

Groups of more than 10 persons 20% discount, if the admission fee is paid in one transaction. Discount not available when paying with an invoice. We reserve the right to make changes.

You can find more remains of Russian wartime fortifications at Kungsö and Sålis. The Russian coastal artillery extended its defence line during the First World War by installing four coastal batteries in Åland in 1916-1918. The batteries were then destroyed by Swedish forces in 1919. Even though much of the fortifications has been destroyed, you can still visit the barracks area of two batteries and hike along sections of the stone-paved Russian military roads. A CONTEMPORARY of the fortress at Bomarsund is the Eckerö Post and Cus-

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toms House from 1828. The stately building was designed by architects Carl Ludvig Engel and Carlo Bassi in the Empire style. Despite the fact that the Post and Customs House served as the Russian Empire’s border station at the Swedish border, it was not razed when the war ended. The building is closely linked to the Old Post Road across the Sea of Åland and functioned as the residence and workplace for postal and customs officers. It also served as a quarantine hospital during cholera outbreaks in 1834 and 1848, it had a telegraph station from 1882 to 1900, and it housed Russian soldiers during the First

World War and Finnish soldiers during the Second World War. Today, the Government of Åland welcomes visiting artists to stay in its Artist in Residence flat. You can also visit the seasonal design and handicrafts exhibition as well as Kafé Kalesch. IF YOU WANT TO DELVE a bit further back in Åland’s history, a visit to the Cultural History Museum of Åland in Mariehamn is in order. Did you know that the first Ålanders arrived here 5,500 years before the Common Era?

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Welcome to the Middle Ages and Kastelholm Castle Completed in the 1380s, Kastelholm Castle is Åland’s only medieval castle. It is situated in a naturally beautiful setting, standing majestically remote at the foot of the Slottssundet sound. The golden age of the castle came about due to King Gustav I of Sweden and the role it played as part of the Swedish realm. However, the castle later declined in importance, eventually falling into ruin. Today, Kastelholm Castle has been restored to its former glory and is open as a living museum from spring to autumn. An exciting array of family activities, guided history tours, theatre productions and concerts bring in visitors from near and far.

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Vita Björn – A positively captivating museum When the Vita Björn Crown remand prison was closed in 1975, so ended the centurieslong remand and prison tradition in the Kastelholm area. Today, the building serves as a prison museum, where you can learn about the evolution of incarceration, from the late 1700s all the way to 1950. From a time where chains and shackles were part of the prisoner’s everyday life to a more humane treatment of those behind bars. The Vita Björn Prison building is the oldest one of its kind in Finland and was opened as the first official prison museum in the country.

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Experience the many faces of Kastelholm Kastelholm – an historic settlement in a naturally beautiful setting. Come by sea in your own boat or by road and savour the delicious food, play a lovely round of golf and see the many sights.

Jan Karlsgården – An open-air museum full of Ålandic traditions The Jan Karlsgården open-air museum provides an idea of what life was like on a farm in Åland in the late 1800s. Today, there are some 20 buildings that have been moved here from all over Åland. Together, they offer the visitor a wide-ranging look into the building and farming culture of Åland, presenting the settings in which Ålanders lived and worked once upon a time. There are activities for the whole family at the museum.

Friluftsmuseum Jan Karlsgården museum.ax/jankarlsgarden +358 18 25000

Golf on top-class courses by the sea Come play a round of golf on one of the most talked-about courses in the Nordic countries – Slottsbanan. Here, your nearest neighbour is a castle and you can enjoy sea views from every fairway and green. You can also try Kungsbanan, which offers a change of pace and wonderful challenge for even the most skilled of players.

Ålands Golfklubb www.agk.ax +358 18 41500

Handmade, old-fashioned candies with modern flavours At Ålands Karamelleriet in Smakbyn, you can watch natural raw ingredients be transformed into tasty, colourful candies and lollipops right up close. Every candy is made by hand with passion. You’ll find everything from the classic “polkagris” candy stick to the gin tonic candy. And, we absolutely love giving out taste samples!

Ålands Karamelleriet www.smakbyn.ax/alands-karamelleriet +358 457 345 7895

Golfrestaurangen – Not just any golf club restaurant Golfrestaurangen is run by Michael Björklund at Ålands Golfklubb in Kastelholm. This is the place for avid golfers and other guests to eat and drink. The restaurant is open every day during the golf season. Come try our homemade pizza or enjoy a refreshing drink on our lovely terrace!

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Smakbyn – an unparalleled experience

Åland Distillery – innovative spirits

At the Smakbyn restaurant, which is run by award-winning chef Michael Björklund, you’ll be treated to delicious food and drink. Smakbyn is much more than just a restaurant. Here you’ll also find a bakery, charcuterie, pottery shop and a candymaker. Join a cooking class or pop into our well-stocked shop!

The Åland Distillery is located in Kastleholm’s historic landscape in the Jan Karlsgården open-air museum, right next to the Kastleholm Castle. Our drinks are the result of innovative and modern approaches, with a dash of tradition. Here, you can take a guided tour of the distillery and sample our drinks at our restaurant and bar. We are open to the public in the summer, but we do accept group reservations all year round.

Smakbyn Åland www.smakbyn.ax +358 18 43666

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Don’t forget to book! Being small, exclusive and popular means you have to move fast. Also keep an eye out for Afternoon Tea, drink tastings, Mårten Gås dinners, the Christmas buffet, yoga weekends and other special events.

One-of-a-kind gems to explore Lodgings that are more than just cosy rooms with comfortable beds and a restaurant that does more than just serve delicious food and drink - guests are treated to a complete experience. You can find all of these things all over Åland. We’d like to present three of them here. In the archipelago village of Degerby, Danish-Ålander couple Ebbe and Johanna Delfs have given a stately captain’s villa from 1912 a new lease on life as a charming seaside hotel, Carlsro. Here, the Danish concept of “hygge” meets the serenity of Åland, resulting in an inescapably charming atmosphere that will take you back to the carefree days of a seaside resort at the last turn of the century. The hotel’s five unique rooms have names, such as Verdandi and Sölve, and you can take a morning dip off the hotel’s swimming pier. You’ll also find sunchairs and a seaside sauna. The restaurant is also a popular gathering place, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. This is also a place where Denmark meets Åland: What would you say to a classic Danish smørrebrød (open-faced sandwich) with perch sautéed in butter? The hotel’s contemporary delicatessen is also worth a visit.

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IF YOU DRIVE WEST through the countryside you’ll find your way to Björnhofvda Gård, a little family-owned hotel at the end of the road that brings to mind an English manor estate. The decor is described as cosmopolitan, colonial and timeless. Here, you’ll be warmly welcomed by Hans and Jackie Lindmark, the resident hosts who enjoy socialising with their guests. The atmosphere is so welcoming that you will want to kick off your shoes as soon as you walk through the door and sink into a cosy armchair in front of the fire. Quality over quantity is the driving philosophy here, and it also shows in the kitchen, where the food speaks for itself. The success lies in well prepared dishes, which are made with care, cooking happily on the stove all day long. This year, there are plans to augment the hotel’s wine cellar with its own importing of fine wines.

YOU’LL DISCOVER AN EYE for detail and extensive knowledge of delicious drinks at Kvarnbo Pensionat guest house, which combines the atmosphere of a 19th century salon with culinary wine tastings in a rustic “winesmith” shop. Kvarnbo Pensionat is also run by an engaging, charismatic couple, who founded the hotel in the old family farmstead. Ella Grüssner Cromwell-Morgan is a musical expert in drinks and shares a passion for motorcycles with her husband, Martin. Together, they have visited many of the vineyards represented at their tastings, and enjoy sharing little anecdotes to enhance the entire drinking experience. Art gallery Galleri Skarpans is also located on the grounds.

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MORE GEMS KALLAS SKÄRGÅRD, old estate restaurant, Vårdö. HAMNMAGASINET, summer café and bistro, Vårdö. LOLO’S SEASIDE CAFÉ, coffee bar and restaurant, Geta.

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BROBACKA, café, guesthouse and farm shop, Jomala. ÖN RÖDHAMN, guest harbour with summer restaurant and café, Lemland.

ÖN KOBBA KLINTAR, summer café and mariner’s tavern, Mariehamn.

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HOTEL • RESTAURANT • CONFERENCE • MARINA • CLIFF HOUSES • POOL • SAUNA • ACTIVITIES

HAVSVIDDEN ÅLAND

Where the sky meats the sea by the red granite cliffs At our four star Havsvidden resort you will find peace, the spectacular nature and the extraordinary sea environment. Here you can stay in our cozy double rooms or in an exclusive cliff house with free access to our sauna and pool facilities by the sea. Take a walk among our mountain pines and cliffs, or take a seat in our lovely lounge and enjoy the peacefulness and the untouched nature outside. Havsvidden hotel is located on the northern point of Åland Islands. Warmly welcome to Havsvidden!

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Discover the beautiful archipelago of Åland! The archipelago ferries are an exciting way to discovering the lively archipelago of Åland. From Osnäs, Galtby, Långnäs, Hummelvik and Svinö you reach the archipelago fast and easy.

”Green departure” 15/4 – 30/9:

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For deckpassengers the trip is free of charge. Take the car or bus to the departure harbor and take a trip that the whole family appreciates!

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FERRY BOOKING INFORMATION – BOOK A TICKET FOR YOUR CAR IN ADVANCE! For pre-booked/paid vehicles –20%/–80%. The booking is valid for the pre-booked route, date and departure only, and not for another ferry departure without a re-booking/cancellation online or via our office. Booked capacity onboard that has not been used or cancelled will be invoiced for no-show.

Nature’s treasures Come spring, come autumn, you’ll find folk festivals out in the countryside, where farmers and producers will welcome you to their farms during the Åland in Greenery festival and Åland Harvest Festival. You can start by tasting the tender firstlings in May and then buy jams, juices, cheeses and freshly harvested produce in September.

From spring sowing to autumn harvest Åland has a favourable climate for budding farmers and growing producers. And, the ground is not the only place things are growing. Just like the apples, onions and potatoes, fresh new ideas are sprouting everywhere. Growers appreciate the summers with lots of extra hours of sun and the long, mild autumns. Åland is currently Finland’s largest apple grower - three out of every four domestic apples are grown in Åland. In addition to this, 30% of all Finnish onions and 90% of all asparagus come from Åland. The super-berry, sea buckthorn, also thrives along the coasts. WITH SUCH AN ABUNDANCE of outstanding raw ingredients, it’s no surprise that artisanal foods are flourishing. There’s no shortage of local food and drink to fill both glass and plate. Many farms refine their own raw ingredients. Milk is used to make cheese, meats are used to produce

delicious sausages and organically grown grains are milled into meals. Apple growers such as Grannas, Snäckö Frukt and Öfvergårds have refined their ability to make use of the entire harvest by producing fresh-pressed apple juice, chutney and pickled “äppelskott” (unripe windfall apples). At Öfvergårds, you can even go on an “apple safari”, where you hire your own apple tree, thus taking the self-pick concept to a whole new level. Amalias Limonadfabrik and Peders Aplagård transform fruits and berries into sparkling, non-alcoholic ciders, while the Open Water Brewery brews beers and ciders with an alcohol content.

SOME FOOD PRODUCERS welcome visitors to their farm shops or offer guided tours, while others sell their products in supermarkets or handicrafts shops. There are several taste experiences to be had in the area surrounding Kastelholm Castle. In addition to Smakbyn’s restaurant, you’ll find the Åland Distillery, Rosteriverket coffee roastery and Karamelleriet confectioners, which succeeded in capturing the flavour of wild strawberries in its Ålandskaramell candy.

ROSTERIVERKET, micro-coffee roastery at Jan Karlsgården. ÅLANDS KARAMELLERIET, handcrafted candies, Kastelholm. PEDERS APLAGÅRD, farm shop and summer café, Kökar.

GRANNAS, SNÄCKÖ FRUKT, ÖFVERGÅRDS, Apple orchards, north Åland.

TASTE OF ÅLAND AMALIAS LIMONADFABRIK, farm shop, Lemland. MARSKOGENS LAMM, farm shop and café, Finström. OPEN WATER BREWERY, brewery and shop, Lemland.

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A complete holiday village • Stay in everything from luxury villas • Water activities with to simple overnight cottages. – kayak rentals and excursions, – canoes, • Deck with children’s pool. – SUPs, • Conference facilities. – pedal boats. • Activity forest with – MTB course, – hiking trail, – trail running course, – Swim/Run course, – disc golf.

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• Activity Centre with – padel, – tennis, – table tennis, – beach volleyball, – football, – badminton, – boule, – miniature golf.

• Rowboats (outboard motor opt.). • Fishing with a guide or on your own. • Tailor-made jetski safari. • Tailor-made boat excursions. • Activities nearby – Leklandet 600 m, – Hunting & Fishing Museum 700 m, – Viltsafari wild game safari 800 m, – Geostigen trail 800 m, – Ancient ruins 900 m, – SmartPark 5 km, – Lazerdome 5 km, – Eckerö Golf 5 km.

Active families should buy our Activity Bracelet! See our website for ready-made packages, which always offer added value.

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Åland’s biggest indoor playground for children and adults!

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SPARK LASER ARENA Contact +35818 38499 /mattias@smartpark.ax

Phone: +358 18 233 37–Bollhalla /+358 40 550 0166–Eckeröhallen

Both form and function There’s something about islands and creative people that just go together. It’s hard to say whether it might be nature, the light or island life in general. Regardless of the reason why, it’s definitely a good thing for Åland. Like Åland’s society and culture in general, traditional Ålandic handicrafts are a wonderful fusion of Finnish and Swedish. In practice, this means the handicrafts are a bit more decorative and ornamental than those found on the Finnish mainland, but not nearly so elaborate as Swedish handicrafts. Modern arts and crafts, however, are more difficult to define, because today’s makers draw their influences from all over the world. Nature is a recurring theme, and nautical motifs have always been typical of Åland. Older handicrafts have also taken their inspiration from the maritime realm. For example, textiles and clothing might have been influenced by fashions in America or England.

DURING THE 1980S, ceramics and pottery gained in popularity thanks to the influences of imported products. At the same time, the Association of Arts and Crafts in the Aland Islands in Finland began working to increase the value of handicrafts and the status of craftspeople and artisans. In addition to the fact that arts and crafts are popular and practical souvenirs, they are also highly regarded by Ålanders, who readily buy them as gifts or even for themselves. HANDCRAFTED TEXTILES are most common today, with everything from needlework, weaving and knitting to felting and textile printing. There is generally a wide

range of techniques used by Åland’s many professional craftspeople and artisans. From potters, goldsmiths and glass artists to cobblers, cabinetmakers, saddle makers and countless jacks-of-all-trades. WOMEN DOMINATE Åland’s arts and crafts scene. One example, located in the Maritime Quarter, is SALT, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary with an exhibition at the Eckerö Post & Customs House. All current and past members of the crafts house are participating. You can also see this year’s handicrafts exhibition, which has precious and base metal pieces on display.

ARTS AND CRAFTS TO SEE GULDVIVA and SALT in the Maritime Quarter. VIKTOR CRAFTS & DESIGN in Mariehamn. GALLERIET OCH EHNS hobbyaffär in Mariehamn.

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ELE & KELE in Mariehamn. STICKSTUGAN in Järsö. LUGNET KERAMIK in Hammarland.

JUDYS KERAMIK in Finström. MIA ENGLUND in Smakbyn. ECKERÖ POST & CUSTOMS HOUSE in Eckerö.

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Enjoy local craftbeer.

MEANINGFUL THEME TRIPS TO ÅLAND Horseback riding, pilgrim treks, artisan food and much more! /stallhagen

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Welcome to Föglö! There is something for everyone to explore in Föglö! May we recommend a genuine taste experience at one of the restaurants in Degerby? A farm visit or a day on the beach? A wander along a hiking trail, a round of disc golf or perhaps even an excursion out among the islands and skerries with a boat guide?

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Rundbergsstugor.ax DINNER IN THE SEA Experience Åland at its best!

Don’t miss the Åland Dance Band Festival, which will be held in Föglö on 11–16 July, with some of Sweden’s biggest dance bands!

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An impressive array of art Åland’s location in the middle of the Baltic Sea has naturally influenced its art. When living on an island, the sea is ever-present, and depictions of nature are often recurring. Åland’s close proximity to the coasts of Sweden and Finland is also tangible. It began with fresco painting in Åland’s medieval stone churches and continued with folk art, portraits of ships and plein air painting during the 1800s. One of Åland’s most well-known artists in the 19th century was Karl Emanuel Jansson (1846-74), who painted the beloved portrait A Peasant Bride from Åland (Åländsk bondbrud). In Önningeby, Åland’s answer to the Skagen Painters formed around Turku artist Victor Westerholm (1860-1919). His summer retreat was a gathering place for artists, such as Hanna Rönnberg, J.A.G. Acke and Edvard Westman, to come and paint together. IN 1953, the Åland Art Association was founded, with its mission being to “kin-

dle and deepen interest in the visual arts in Åland”. Mission well accomplished. Although nature remained an important motif, it was now joined by influences of Cubism, Expressionism and Concretism. Some of the higher profile artists include Nils Byman (1906-96), Hildur Stenbäck (1912-98), Henrik Nylund (1945-1982), Nanna Sjöström (1949-2018) and Guy Frisk (b. 1934). The Åland Art Association also laid the groundwork for the Åland Art Museum, which opened in 1963. Today, the museum has over 1,300 works with connections to Åland in its collections. PAINTING IS STILL the leading medium today, but you will also encounter new media and other forms of artistic expres-

sion. Art is critical of modern society, with artists willing to take a stand and highlight topical issues. You will see some of these in the Art Museum’s summer exhibition, IN YOUR FACE, where six women artists who are in some way connected with Åland display everything from paintings to video. A wide-ranging array that also characterises today’s working artists. EACH YEAR, artists welcome visitors to their studios during Konstrundan, which is an event that is sure to be of interest, with its fascinating encounters and discussions. Many artists also receive visitors upon arrangement.

ART TO SEE ÅLAND ART MUSEUM in Mariehamn ÖNNINGEBY MUSEUM in Jomala.

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GALLERIET OCH GALLERI JUHA P in Mariehamn. GALLERI SKARPANS in Saltvik.

KULTURFABRIKEN in Mariehamn. KONSTRUNDAN WITH OPEN STUDIOS, 3-4 September.

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Between heaven and earth, sun and sea Is there anything more summery than running barefoot across a sun-baked granite shore? With gentle, cooling breezes and a beckoning sea. Fill your carefree summer days with beautiful holiday memories and countless dips in the sea.

LOVELY HOLIDAY MEMORIES

for the whole family

Happy days, when everyone is enjoying themselves and the only question is how much ice cream you can eat each day. Åland is easy-going, safe and full of experiences! Actually, all it takes to make the whole family happy is sun and a place to swim. Sand beaches for families with small children and, for the older kids, a diving platform is just the ticket. Fortunately, there are plenty of beautiful swimming spots all over Åland. You can choose a new one every day, while also getting the chance

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to see more of the countryside. And, the distances between places are so short that you’ll never spend much time getting there. It’s even more convenient if you choose to go swimming in an outdoor pool. Käringsund Resort in Eckerö is the perfect spot for those wanting everything in one

place - and preferably all-inclusive. Just buy yourself an activity bracelet and take a dip in the sea, hang out by the pool, play a round of miniature golf, head out in a pedal boat or take part in any one of the many activities on offer. There is even an activity forest to explore. UP AMONG THE PINES at Vårdö, you’ll get your adrenaline fix and tackle a variety of serious challenges at Flowpark. On the dizzying adventure course, you’ll make

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An outing with a tasty bite to eat is always appreciated. In addition to the beaches, it’s also fun to stop in at a cosy little café or a museum with a flea market, such as Nybonds at Krogstad or Önningeby Museum in Jomala.

your way through challenging obstacles and keep your balance through ropeways. At the highest point in the course, you’ll find yourself 15 metres above the ground, but there are also courses with lower heights and three different levels. Åland is also currently a paradise for disc golfers, with 11 courses to choose from and several more planned. Disc golf is free to play, and you can even play multiple courses in a single day. Combine the 18-hole course at Geta with a lunch

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break at Soltuna, followed by a hike to the Getabergen caves or the children’s favourite, the Trollstigen tell-a-tale trail. KIDS ARE SURE TO have the time of their lives with all the trampolines and inflatable attractions at play parks Palleralla and Leklandet. The Smart Park for families, with its Spark Laser Arena, is also sure to please. In addition to these, many museums offer activities for children. The Game Safari is yet another exciting

way to spend your time. Take a guided tour out into the game park and see red and fallow deer, wild boar, ostriches and llamas up close and personal. A new attraction this year is a horse-drawn carriage ride at Nygårds Skogsgrisar pig farm in Sund together with Åland Expeditions. AND, THE ANSWER to that ice cream question is naturally: As much as you want!

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100 YEARS OF WILLFULNESS

Guess who has an Åland connection! Photo: Maria Östlin

Mark Levengood. With one foot

in Sweden and one in Finland, it seems only natural that journalist, author and programme host Mark Levengood has also set some roots down in Åland. Namely, his family’s summer place, where he spent all of his childhood summers. In an interview with Levengood in the 28 July 2021 issue of Ålandstidningen magazine, he said: “Summer in Åland is the real summer. The right flowers are in bloom and the granite is just the right colour.”

Lill Lindfors. Beloved

singer, comedian and actor Lill Lindfors also associates the eternal summers of her childhood with Åland. In this case, we are referring to her grandparents’ summer paradise Solkulla in the village of Västanträsk. Today, she has her own cottage in Åland and shares her love of the island realm with her daughter, Petronella Wester.

Ida Zetterström. Ida Zetterström’s in-

terest in motorsports was sparked at an early age - she began competing at 8 years of age. When she was 12, her family moved from Sweden to Åland, and today Ida alternates between living a quiet island life and measuring her speed by hundredths of a second in Super Street Bike. Last year, she became the fastest woman in the world, by finishing with a top speed of 346.9 km/h at 400 metres.

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Erik Enge. With a Swedish father and an Ålander mother, born in Stockholm, but raised and still living in Åland, we count this award-winning actor as one of our own. Do you recognise him? You have surely seen Erik starring in the film hit Tigers or Netflix film Black Crab with Noomi Rapace. Han debuted in Ulrika Bengt’s 2011 film Iris, which was filmed in Åland.

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Haddon Sundblom. Santa Claus might live in Rovaniemi, but he actually comes from Åland. At least, when thinking of the classic Coca Cola Santa Claus, with his red suit and bushy white beard. This particular image of Santa Claus is painted by American artist Haddon Sundblom (1899-1976), whose father was actually from the Norrgårds farm in the Åland archipelago municipality of Föglö.

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MICHAEL BJÖRKLUND

– a real Åland ambassador

More Michael Björklund in Åland SMAKBYN, family restaurant, farm shop, bakery, at Kastelholm. GOLFRESTAURANGEN at Ålands Golfklubb, Kastelholm. ÅLAND DISTILLERY, distillery with restaurant, Kastelholm. PUB NISKA, Ålandic “plåtbröd” (Nordic pizza) in the Maritime Quarter, Mariehamn.

Everyone in the Nordic countries knows chef and winner of the game show Robinson, Michael Björklund, who put Åland on the map with his sunny disposition and genuine passion for good, well-prepared food. A creative Renaissance man and, naturally, a proud Ålander! In addition to being a chef, Michael Björklund--who is mostly known as Micke in Åland--is also an entrepreneur, restauranteur, author and mentor. When he’s not bustling from pot to pot at his home base, Smakbyn, he helps his chefs and colleagues Simon Selin and Mattias Åhman with his fine dining restaurant, Hejm in Vaasa. Or, in keeping with the spirit of a hard-working Ålander, he opened not just one, but two restaurants in the venerable Stockmann department store in Helsinki, right in the middle of a pandemic. Always with a smile on his face and endless gratitude for being able to live and work in Åland. “Åland is the best in every way! I was so lucky to grow up and evolve as a person

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with all the opportunities we have here. We have an outstanding school, public health care that is more like private care, and we’re so close to our decision-makers that we can actually contact them personally. We would never have been able to make something like Smakbyn anywhere else but in Åland. “The only possible downside is that we have it too good, which is actually a pretty good thing!” BJÖRKLUND HAS LONG been a dedicated representative for Åland, such as through his involvement in various school tours and television productions. During the celebration of Swedish Heritage Day (Svenska Dagen) in the autumn of 2021, the

Swedish Assembly of Finland (Folktinget) recognised his contributions by appointing him the Ambassador of Åland, a one-time award granted in honour of Åland’s centenary. When asked what his favourite spot in Åland is, his answer is immediate and unequivocal: “My sauna!” He adds that everyone is very welcome, also highlighting the Åland archipelago as an unforgettable destination. “Just hop on a ferry and head out to savour pristine, utterly beautiful nature. Otherwise, a culinary journey to Åland is always sure to please. We have so many amazing restaurants and producers to visit. All year round!”

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Living on an island leaves its mark. Just like the crooked dwarf pines, lashed by the rough seas north of Åland, we islanders have had to adapt to our environment. Those durable little trees belong to the same family as the tallest pine in the forest; they have just adapted to different conditions. Those of us who live surrounded by the sea have a deep-rooted will to forge our own path and do things in our own way. To proudly shoulder the role of being grand in word, though small in the world; a gnarly, hardy, free and somewhat wild willfulness. Willfulness to us, means raising a voice for peace in a world filled with conflict. To see the sea as a pathway instead of a border. Willfulness to us, is turning a classic hunting tower into a sculpture, breeding our own species of sheep and having our own flag. Willfulness to us, means all of this and much more... The Ålandic willfulness has been our lifeblood for much longer than a hundred years; we had just never celebrated it properly before. We celebrate for an entire year, beginning on 9 June, 2021.

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Celebrate with us! So far, the anniversary year has been ﬁlled with several exciting events – but the celebration is not over yet! Among the events to come is the musical Ålandskungen, a music and dance festival, the Ålandic ﬂag day, Fanny monologue, the opening of the Bomarsund visitor center, the 100th birthday party that lasts for four days 9-12th June 2022, and so much more… Read more: www.aland100.ax

Welcome to Åland’s biggest arena! At the Ålandstravet trotting track, you’ll be able to experience everything equestrian sports has to offer. This is the venue for dressage and jumping competitions, all harness racing disciplines, including sulky, trot monté and pony trots. This year, two V65 races and a double trotting race for ponies will be held at the track. The trotting school offers summer courses. No previous experience is required to participate. The facility has two oval tracks for Icelandic horses and, this year, Åland will play host to the Nordic Championships for Icelandic Horses. However, Ålandstravet is not just an arena for equestrian sports – it also serves as a venue for other types of events. One such event is Åland’s biggest exhibition of cars, with over 300 models on display. Another is the family event “Djurens dag (Animals Day), where visitors can acquaint themselves with all sorts of different animals.

EVENTS 6 & 8 May

Pony trotting race

27–28 May WR races for Icelandic horses 11 June

Självstyrelsetrav V65 trotting race

9 July

Högsommartrav V65 trotting race

23 July

Oldtime Cruisers car exhibition

8–14 Aug

Nordic Championships for Icelandic Horses

27 Aug

“Animals Day” organised by the Åland Animal Protection Association

Ålandstravet, Travvägen, 22100 Mariehamn, +358 (0)18 32 82 10, info@alandstravet.com

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What would your first choice be? Viking Days and Sea Days? Music of all kinds? Food and drink with flavours from the archipelago? land hosts a wide range of popular events. Which of them suits you best? Several of these events are listed at www.visitaland.com!

Rockoff 22–30 July Åland’s biggest music festival is held on the Mariehamn market square. There is a wide array of artists, with both new stars and old favourites. After-parties with live music are held in many of Mariehamn’s pubs. www.rockoff.nu

Harvest Festival 16–18 September Popular autumn festival in Åland! Many farms out in the countryside will open their doors to visitors and offer activities for people of all ages, including everything from jumping into hay bales to sightseeing on pastures. Food, drink, local produce and foods will be available for purchase on the farms.

Ålands Sea Days July The Maritime Quarter on the Mariehamn waterfront is the headquarters for Sea Days, which offers a host of activities for the whole family. In the evenings, guests can enjoy live music between the storehouses. Visitors can purchase handicrafts, food and drink. www.alandssjodagar.ax

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Viking Market 28–30 July One of the biggest Viking-themed markets in Europe. Viking visitors from the east and west will be landing in Åland. The Vikings live in tents, cook over an open fire and offer a wide variety of activities. Some sing and dance, while others engage in combat. There are several buildings on the market grounds done up in a Viking style and a stately Viking longboat is within walking distance. Food, drink and handicrafts are sold at the market. www.fibula.ax/vikingmarknad

MORE EVENTS VERA FILM FESTIVAL, 16-20 March. MARIEHAMN LITERATURE DAYS 24-27 March. ÅLAND MARITIME DAY - seminars and exhibition, Alandica, 12 May. ÅLAND IN GREENERY 28-29 May.

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ÅLAND AUTONOMY DAY, 9 June. TRADITIONAL MIDSUMMER CELEBRATIONS 24 JUNE. ÅLAND ORGAN FESTIVAL, 26 June-1 July. ÅLAND DANCE BAND FESTIVAL, Föglö, 11-16 July.

KATRINA CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL, 9-13 August. CULTURE NIGHT IN MARIEHAMN, 12 August. ÅLAND PRIDE 22-28 August; Parade 27 August. CHRISTMAS MARKET AT JAN KARLSGÅRDEN, 26 November.

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Kumlinge

Saltvik

BED & BREAKFAST

Stay in a peaceful setting, within walking distance to the beach. Our café Glassboden (open during the summer) is located on the premises and offers homemade pastries, sweet and savoury treats, drinks, coffee and Åland pancake. Here you’ll find our very own pop-up pub, Hot Doggery, whose motto is ”Hot dogs, beer and music”. On certain weekends, the pub serves up live music, delicious homemade hot dogs, drinks and even our hot dog eating contest, the Hell Dog Challenge. We also welcome groups for conferences, dinners, parties and other occasions. Our talented chefs always prepare delicious meals of the highest standard, and we’ll dress up the dining room according to your wishes.

Saltvik Bed & Breakfast • Kvarnbovägen 350, 22430 Saltvik, Åland +358 40 1247 480 • Saltvik.bb@aland.net • saltvikbb.com

Life on the islands is calling Even though everyday life is pretty much the same everywhere you go, the difference between living in a big city and on the islands of Kumlinge is enormous. Here, you can live just five minutes from day care, school, work and the beach. Plots on Vårholm cost 5€/m², the views are spectacular and, in planned areas, you can buy a plot tomorrow without the right of domicile in Åland. Just come out for a visit and we’ll show you the plots and services on the islands! Many choose a life close to nature, where there is no traffic congestion or exhaust fumes, where you can wander freely in nature, pick berries and catch fish for yourself right next to your home. Give Kumlinge a chance and all this and more can be yours! Read more at www.kumlinge.ax

Kumlinge kommun, Kumlingevägen 323 B, AX-22820 Kumlinge + 358 18 622 400, kansli@kumlinge.ax, www.kumlinge.ax

RENT FROM US! RO NO RENT offers all kinds of bicycles and outboard motor boats with engines up to 60 HP. Also sales of fuel. For information visit www.rono.ax Price

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Bicycle Standard bike.........................................14 €.........70 € Gear bike, 3 gears, a fixed basket .....18 €.........90 € Gear bike, 7 gearsladies´, a basket ..... 24 € .......120 € Hybrid bike, 24 gears ..........................24 €...... 120 € Tandem bike...........................................34 € Tandem cycle, 3 gear, basket............38 € Bike trailer ...............................................12 €.........60 € Kids´ & junior bike, 3 gears ................14 €.........70 € Kids´ trailer ..............................................17 €.........85 € Kids´ trailer ................................................4 €.........20 € Childseat ....................................................5 €.........25 € Bike helmet ...............................................3 €.........15 €

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Lifejackets ......................................... 5 € .......15 € Busters RS 40 hp ...........................200 € .....500 € 0–8 hours ............................................. 150 € Askeladden 9,9..............................100 € .....250 € 0–8 hours ................................................75 € (including 9,9 hkr spin) We transport your rental bikes/rental boats within the main island of Åland. Please contact for pricing and other information.

RO NO RENT, in Östrahamnen and Västrahamnen, Mariehamn rono@aland.net, www.rono.ax We reserve the right for possible amendments.

Åland – a place to meet Situated right in the middle of the Baltic Sea with excellent connections, Åland is the perfect place to hold a conference. Here you’ll find meeting and conference facilities to suit every need, and many of the facilities have been awarded environmental certification. The Åland Convention Bureau will assist you – completely free of charge – in realising your plans. The Åland Convention Bureau’s free services include – information and advice on meeting facilities, accommodations, transportation and social activities – introductory visits for relevant decision-makers and site visits prior to a booked event – introduction to local actors, businesses and authorities – access to a wide variety of PR materials, images, videos, presentations and facts – free information, such as city maps and tourist guides for all attendees.

CONTACT ÅCB conventions@visitaland.com +358 18 24 255 www.visitaland.com/acb www.facebook.com/ alandconventionbureau

MEETING VENUES KÄRINGSUND RESORT & CONFERENCE in Eckeröš. ALANDICA CULTURE & CONGRESS in Mariehamn. HOTEL ARKIPELAG in Mariehamn.

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SILVERSKÄR AND KLOBBEN in Saltvik. HOTEL PARK ALANDIA in Mariehamn. ÅLANDHOTELS in Mariehamn.

SHIPPING LINES ECKERÖ LINJEN, TALLINK SILJA AND VIKING LINE.

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Find your dream house in Åland! When you move to Åland, you can buy a house or plot of land in a planned area directly. Most of these areas are set in beautiful locations close to nature, some with sea views and boat moorings. An owner apartment is another alternative where you own shares in a residential property. Residential construction underway in the garden districts of Mariehamn and its surrounding municipalities is currently extensive.

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Buy a house, plot of land or owner apartment!

We’ll be glad to tell you more!

Many municipalities have planned residential areas, where you can buy a turnkey house or a plot for building your own. Those interested in moving to Åland will also find an excellent selection of owner apartments available, where you can own shares in a block of apartments or a single-family house.

Åland Living will provide you with more information on moving to Åland, housing and employment opportunities as well as guidance in dealing with various authorities and businesses.

You can find a list of real estate agents on our website!

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Articles inside

How would you like to stay in Åland?

Åland – a place to meet

What would your first choice be?

Between heaven and earth, sun and sea

An impressive array of art

Guess who has an Åland connection?

From spring sowing to autumn harvest

Both form and function

Events that formed Åland presented in a new visitors centre

Greetings from the Middle Ages

Fun ideas and inspiring concoctions

Tough, challenging and utterly addictive

Improve your game with a sporting adventure

Voracious pike and trendy perch

Natural relaxation

Active holidays in nature´s amusement park

What is there hiding in the depths of the sea

Åland – Island of Opportunity

A myriad of islands in one of the most beautiful archipelagos in the world

Life and energy in a little big city

Sea views and world-class greens

Pleasant days in the holiday city of Mariehamn