About the section
The Yxlan section is truly beautiful, offering a 24 km hike close to the sea. The varied terrain, the summer cottage communities and the historic villages make it a perfect day hike. The lighthouse at the southernmost point is a stunning destination.
On Yxlan, the trail is not physically marked. Instead, it follows the local printed tourist map and the green-dotted trail high-lighted on that map.
How to hike the section?
The Yxlan hike is best started from the ferry terminal in Köpmanholm, though you can also join from one of the many quays where the Waxholm boat stops. Plan your hike based on when you can catch the bus back from the furthest southern point you reach.
The recommended local map can be purchased at Nina’s kiosk in Köpmanholm, or you can follow the interactive map above.
NOTE: Parking on Yxlan can be tricky and even hazardous. We recommend leaving your car at home or in Furusund. Be cautious if you need to walk along the narrow country road.
The Yxlan and Furusund sections go well together.
Trail marking
The trail is not marked with SAT markings. Follow the physical map or the interactive one to stay on track.
About Yxlan
Yxlan is a long island situated between Furusund and Blidö in the Stockholm northern archipelago, part of Norrtälje Municipality. Its proximity to the mainland and frequent car ferries from Furusund make Yxlan an easily accessible location.
The island’s name derives from the village Yxlö, located in the middle of the island, with records mentioning the local population as early as the 1100s.
Today, Yxlan is home to nearly 300 permanent residents.
Plan your trip
You can travel to Yxlan daily by the SL bus from Norrtälje, with a car ferry connecting from Furusund to Yxlan. During the summer, you can also take the public ferry from Stockholm via Vaxholm to Yxlan, and the Nordsydlinjen (North-south line) is also available.
Search for Yxlan in the Google travel planner below.
Eat, sleep & do on Yxlan
The best place to stay is at Furusunds Värdshus, from where you can explore Furusund, Blidö, and Yxlan.
At Ninas kiosk in Köpmanholm, you will find all the information you need.
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.
Read more here