From the lush forests, grazed grasslands to a maze of islands

Explore the great variety of nature in Sankt Anna

Sankt Anna Archipelago welcomes you to a magical world of beautiful islands and skerries. If you are looking for seclusion, you will find your very own island in the archipelago, here are more than thousand of them! Sankt Anna does not only offer fresh air, space to roam and a natural beauty, here is also the possibility to visit islands with accommodation, cafes, restaurants, bakeries etc. The good thing with our archipelago is that you don’t need to choose between either wilderness or comfy life, you can get the best from both when spending your time in the Sankt Anna archipelago!

 

Let's actively enjoy the archipelago

Kayak Paradise S:t Anna
Kayaking and outdoor living among thousands of islands in a world unique coastal landscape awaits you! Self-guided or with a guide. Kayak center that also welcomes beginners and families.
You can rent, single, double or triple kayaks. Also canoes, SUP-boards and MTB bikes for rent.
Open May – September

See all rental locations:

Kayak Paradise S.t Anna  
 Rental, kayak, canoe SUP-board, tours.
www.kajakparadiset.se 
+46 73 0932109

 S:t Anna Kajak – Tyrislöt  
Rental kayaks, tours
www.stannakajak.se
+46 708 234637

Britta o Lennarts Bed and Boat
Rental kayaks
www.sanktannabb.se  
+46 70 5794854 

Harstena
Rental kayak and canoes.
www.skargarskompaniet.se 
+46 76 0775550

Do The North
Organizer of kayak tours  
www.dothenorth.com

Stegeborgsgården
Rental canoes  
www.stegeborgsgarden.se

"With thousands of islands, the Sankt Anna archipelago creates one of the most unique kayaking experiences in the world"

Go out into the archipelago in your own boat?

Discover the Sankt Anna archipelago from the water and rent a boat to get really close to the magnificent nature. With your own boat, you can explore the countless islands at your own pace, find secluded bathing bays, or dock at one of the archipelago’s cozy restaurants and cafes. Whether you are an experienced boat driver or a beginner, there are options to suit everyone. Welcome to feel the freedom, tranquility and adventure – the Sankt Anna archipelago is waiting to be discovered by you!

See all rental locations:

Harstena
Rent rowing boats  
www.harstena.se 
+46 123 42050

Skärgårdsbyn Mon 
Rent motor- or rowing boats   
www.skargardsbyn.se
+46 121 51133

S:t Anna Kajak – Tyrislöt  
Rent motor- or rowing boats   
www.stannakajak.se
+46 708 234637

Stegeborgsgården
Rent rowing boats  
www.stegeborgsgarden.se

Bathing places

Welcome to Sankt Anna’s archipelago and its fantastic bathing spots! Here you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the unique brackish water of the Baltic Sea and surround yourself with the beautiful nature of the archipelago. The archipelago offers something for everyone, from child-friendly sandy beaches to secluded cliffs and piers with expansive sea views. Bring the picnic basket, sit back and experience the tranquil archipelago atmosphere – swimming in Sankt Anna is as much a nature experience as a moment of total relaxation.

See the most popular swimming spots:

HUSBYVIK 
Child-friendly swimming area

STEGEBORGSGÅRDEN
Child-friendly swimming area

NOTHOLMEN STEGEBORG
Smooth rocks and bathing jetty

KALVHOLMENS BADPLATS
Child-friendly swimming area

TORPA BADPLATS
Smooth rocks and bathing jetty

KÄLLBUKTENS BADPLATS
Child-friendly swimming area

RAMSDAL BADPLATS
Child-friendly swimming area

SANDENS BADPLATS
Child-friendly swimming area

SKÄRGÅRDSBYN MON
Child-friendly swimming area

TYRISLÖT CAMPING
Child-friendly swimming area

Hiking in Sankt Anna

Östgötaleden
Östgötaleden is 1400 kilometers long and has 150 stages around the county side of Östergötland, of which Sankt Anna is a part. There is something for everyone here, with varying degrees of difficulty, shorter tours or longer hikes with overnight stays.
Map and information about the stages as well as information about nature reserves, swimming areas, wind shelters, ancient remains, public transport, etc. www.ostgotaleden.se
Take a walk and experience Sankt Anna’s unique natural areas
In Sankt Anna, in addition to the Östgötaleden, there are many different hiking trails. Most of what you need to know before your nature experience is gathered in the Naturkartan app. There are several marked hiking and kayaking trails here, you will also find information about parking facilities, water, garbage cans, toilets and other practical tips

Nedre Lagnö strandängspromenaden
Handicapped accessible, 1 km easy.
Link to naturkartan >

Natur och kulturstigen i Tyrislöt
Child-friendly, easy 2.5 km.
Link to naturkartan >

Herrborum
2.5 km easy hiking trail in oak landscape
Link to naturkartan >

Uvmarö skärgårdsskog
3 km well trodden in forest, easy-medium.
Link to naturkartan >

Norrkrogsleden 
3.9 km hilly in slightly more demanding terrain.
Link to naturkartan >

Trasken runt 
6 km average, with wind protection and fireplace
Link to naturkartan >

Stegeborgsslingan 
12 km medium in a cultural and historical environment
Link to naturkartan >

More to discover in Sankt Anna

In Sankt Anna there is something for everyone! In addition to exploring the archipelago’s fantastic nature, you can also rent bikes to discover the area on land, enjoy relaxing moments in the sauna or hot tub, or challenge your friends to a round of mini golf or padel. For the adventurous, there is the option of horseback riding that lets you experience the archipelago’s landscape from horseback. There are also several exciting museums here that give an insight into the area’s rich history and culture. Regardless of whether you are looking for peace and quiet or active outdoor life, Sankt Anna has everything for a memorable stay.

Britta o Lennarts Bed and Boat
Rent bikes  
www.sanktannabb.se
+46 70 5794854

Kajakparadiset Mon 
Rent MTB bikes  
www.kajakparadiset.se
+ 46 73 0932109

Britta o Lennarts Bed and Boat
Sauna by the sea
www.sanktannabb.se
+46 70 5794854

Harstena
Wood-fired sauna at Harstena
www.skargardskomapniet.se 
+ 46 76 0775550

Skärgårdsbyn Mon 
Sauna and hot tub by the sea
www.skargardsbyn.se
+46 121  51133

Eriksvik  
Wood-fired sauna at Finnkroken  
www.eriksvik.com

Håskö
Wood-fired sauna at
www.hasko.se

Stegeborg
Sauna by the sea  
www.stegeborg.se

Örnviken
Sauna raft  
www.ornviken-soderkoping.se

Ängens Padel
Outdoor track in Skärgårdsbyn Mon.
Can be booked in the Playtomic app.

Båtsholm
Tour riding with Icelandic horses
www.batsholm.com

Capella Ecumenica
Chapel at Västra Gärdsholmen
www.capellaecumenica.se

Harstena Museum 
Museum about archipelago life on an island
www.harstenabyskola.se

Sankt Anna Archipelago Museum 
Saint Anna’s locality museum in Tyrislöt
www.hembygd.se/sankt-anna

Stegeborgs Castle ruins
Open every day, all year round.
www.stegeborg.s

 

Map with bathing spots and hiking trails. Click on the mark and you will see more info

Visit Sankt Anna is in collaboration with Söderköping municipality and Navet i Havet, the local uniting for tourism in Sankt Anna

Questions  relating to www.visitsanktanna.com are directed to: admin@visitsanktanna.com

Bookings and more information take place on the companies’ respective websites.