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TOP 10 REASONS
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TOP 10 REASONS
Why travel to Vastervik: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Vastervik
- Västervik is a city in Kalmar County, Sweden, and the headquarters of Västervik Municipality.
- It had 21,140 residents in 2010. Västervik is one of three seaside towns in the province of Smland with a significant population.
- Since 1966, a folk music festival has been held in Västervik, among the ruins of the Stegeholm castle.
- Artists, potters, crafters, and painters all have talent in the area.
- Västervik, a popular summer destination for yachters, campers, daytrippers, and returning former residents, sees an annual resurgence in July.
- Västervik offers a variety of outdoor activities, including climbing, canoeing, sailing, and islands to visit and stay on.
- Björn Ulvaeus, a Västervik native and member of the internationally successful pop group ABBA, is building a hotel, restaurant, and apartment complex near Stegeholm castle on the harbour as a tourist destination for the town.
- International Airport- Västervik Airport
- Population - 36 356
- Currency- Swedish Krona
- Time- UTC +2
- Driving side -left
- Main Electricity -230v
- Official Language - German
- Religion – Christian
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Vastervik
- The HVDC Gotland facility on Sweden's east coast was the world's first completely operational static high-voltage direct current transmission (HVDC) plant.
- Västervik's wholly unique diving waters are among Sweden's least explored.
- In Västervik, you can rent a sailboat or a motorboat if you don't own one.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Vastervik
- The best time to visit Västervik, Sweden, is from June to September when the weather is mild or pleasant with no rain.
- In Västervik, the highest average temperature is 21°C in July, and the lowest is one °C in January.
- Vastervik is somewhat humid in April, with an average relative humidity of 76 per cent, which may be defined as humid but cool.
- The maximum relative humidity is 96 per cent in December, and the lowest is 71 per cent in June.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Vastervik
HVDC Gotland
- The HVDC Gotland facility on Sweden's east coast was the world's first completely operational static high-voltage direct current transmission (HVDC) plant.
- 1 Gotland In 1954, the first HVDC Gotland link (Gotland 1) was put into service.
- With a voltage of 100 kV, it could carry 20 megawatts through a 98-kilometre submarine cable between Västervik on the mainland to Ygne on the island of Gotland.
- Mercury arc valves were employed as a static inverter.
DIVING
- The diving seas around Västervik are among Sweden's least-exploited. Dykpark Västervik is a project aimed at making diving in the archipelago of Västervik more accessible and safe for everyone.
- They identify dive sites and place buoys for easy and precise mooring.
- They compile information on historical shipwrecks and make diving maps.
- Dykpark Västervik makes all of this information available to interested individuals.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Vastervik Off the Beaten Track
- As long as you respect the rules and regulations, the archipelago welcomes you to moor wherever you like.
- In Västervik, you can rent a sailboat or a motorboat if you don't own one.
- Other options include a boat taxi or a post boat, which operate on the water regardless of weather, wind, or season.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Vastervik Culture and Traditions
- Since 1966, a folk music festival has been held in Västervik, among the ruins of the Stegeholm castle. Artists, potters, crafters, and painters all have talent in the area.
- Västervik Municipality is located in the Tjust archipelago on Sweden's southeast coast and is named after the city of Västervik (which is also the municipality's capital).
- It is recognised as the 'pearl of the east coast' because of its location in the Smland countryside and the region Kalmar län.
- The municipality has a total area of 2.035 square kilometres, with 153 square kilometres of water. With only 36.025 residents, the bulk of whom live in the city of Västervik, and the population is 21.135.
- During the summer, the population briefly increases when all holiday homes and campgrounds are occupied.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Vastervik: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Pizzeria Acapulco
#food
- This restaurant serves delicious Jewish cuisine under the leadership of a well-known chef.food
- Guests can plunge into delectable dishes and sample expertly cooked pizza.
- This restaurant's outstanding ratings would be impossible to achieve without the friendly employees.
- People comment on how excellent the service is in their reviews. Acapulco received a 4.2 rating from Google users.
- Guldkant isn't simply a restaurant, a delicatessen, a bar, or a cafe — it's a combination of all these beautiful things.
- Guldkant offers a three-course meal, a glass of wine, a selection of meats and cheeses, and the opportunity to catch up with friends for a drink.
Morella
#food
- Morella is a full-fledged sports bar and eatery.
- Watch your favourite sport while enjoying a wide range of cuisine and beverages.
- Pasta, meat, and salad dishes are available on the evening á la carte menu or try one of our delectable gourmet pizzas.
- During the day, a varied range of lunch meals are available, which can be eaten in the restaurant's outdoor part.
- The following hours are in effect during the low season: 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Väster om viken
#Fashion
- West of the bay (Viken) is a delightful shop where you may experience Design & Konsthantverk (design and handicraft work) while being surrounded by the aromas of tea and chocolate.
- Here, a group of local designers and crafters have created a one-of-a-kind boutique with presents for all occasions.
- Meet up with us in the store: Lera & Glas (Glass and clay), Textiles and Väv (Textile and fabrics), Bilder & Keramik (Ceramics and pictures), Textiles and Lining (Textiles made of flax). Keramik is a type of ceramic (ceramics) Ekologisk Hudvrd is a non-profit organisation dedicated to environmental protection (Organic skincare).
- Design in Naturmaterial (Design using natural materials) is a term that refers to the use of natural materials in design.
KAYAKING AMONG THE ISLANDS
#fun
- Kayak in the lakes and on the archipelago at Västervik. There are numerous trails of varying difficulty, and the options are limitless.
- A pleasant 30-kilometre excursion leads you to Gränsö Udde, passing past lakes and out to the sea and archipelago.
- After passing through lsjön on your way to Toven, you'll come across a cafe ideal for a quick rest.
- Continue your journey through Grönvllsfjärden and Hultö, where you will see the sea for the first time. The majority of the isles are small, with only birds inhabiting them.
CYCLING AND HIKING
#fun
- Biking or walking through Västervik is a terrific way to see the city.
- Depending on what you wish to see and learn, biking and hiking trails along the shore and interior.
- The recreational area Karstorp, just outside of Västervik city, has a popular mountainbike trail for the adventurous.
- If you didn't bring your bike on holiday, there are many places to rent one.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Vastervik: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- Isaberg Mountain Resort offers rodeo, hiking, canoeing and kayaking, golf, fishing, an obstacle course, cycling, a zip line, and playgrounds, to name a few activities.
- A guide can take the kids on treasure hunts during the summer.
- There is a course designed just for young children.
- The entire family may enjoy thrills on Europe's longest zipline course at Little Rock Lake in Klavreström.
- 'Zipping' means speeding between the trees and towers while dangling from a strong wire in a harness.
- The courses range from family-friendly green courses to adrenaline-pumping ziplines reaching speeds of up to 75 km/h!
- Children (aged five and up) weighing less than 35 kilogrammes can zip in tandem with a guide, while everyone else is free to zip alone.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Vastervik Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- The Västervik Outdoor Festival has returned. Outdoor enthusiasts from all across Sweden will come on June 4-5 to learn about, try out, be inspired by, and compete in everything from kayaking to jogging, climbing, and much more.
- The outdoor event is in its sixth year, and this year it will take place across two days, a first.
- On Saturday night, there will be live music from the stage in the centre of the neighbourhood, making for a pleasant evening.
- The Resort's grill will be open during the festival, serving burgers and vegan choices.
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