About the rowboats
You can travel between the sections of Finnhamn and Ingmarsö using two rowboats provided by the Archipelago Foundation. These rowboats are only intended for rowing between the two sections, not for personal excursions.
How do I use the rowboats?
There must always be one rowboat on each side.
On each side of the strait between the Finnhamn and Ingmarsö sections, there is a rowboat. You can use it to travel between the two sections—that is, from Finnhamn to Ingmarsö or vice versa. To ensure that there is always a rowboat on each side, you must row back and forth three times: once to fetch the other rowboat, once to tow it back to the side you came from (you must leave it there), and once more to row back and continue your hike.
Make sure to pull the rowboat up onto land, tie it securely to a tree with the rope, and turn it upside down so rain does not collect inside. Ensure the oars are stored safely under the boat.
It is your responsibility to make sure this system works and that the rowboats are not used for other purposes.
How do I find the other boat?
Look carefully at the map and use the interactive map if you are unsure.
The rowing distance is 400 meters one way. From the Finnhamn section, row slightly south first, then west along the southern coast of the island ahead. On a small shoal, you will see the yellow/blue SAT marker, and beyond that, you will see another SAT marker and an information board.
From the Ingmarsö section, row toward the small shoal with the yellow/blue SAT marker. From there, follow the southern coast of the island just north of you. As you approach the other side of the island, you will see the landing point for the Finnhamn section.
The right of public access – an obligation when venturing into nature
In Sweden we have a common law called “The Right of public access”. It is fantastic to have the freedom to roam but it comes with obligations. The existence of the Stockholm Archipelago Trail is solely thanks to the goodwill of all landowners. In nature, we respect all people, all animals, and all protected areas. We leave only footprints behind and we take only memories with us.
Please take whatever garbage you generate back to the mainland where waste management works and is available. On the islands it is expensive and complicated. Please use public toilets or make sure that there is no trace left behind.
From March to September, dogs must always be kept on a leash.
Respect fire bans and absolutely do not light fires on the rocks. They crack.
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