Contributions by Thomas Bodman

Thomas Bodman says:

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Nice harbour. A lovely harbour, very secluded. You can hire bikes to get into town. Payment via SWISH or in cash.

1 x helpful | written on 9. Apr 2026

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Entry is very easy, mooring longside, depth approximately 3 metres. The site is a bit noisy due to its proximity to the road and the railway.

1 x helpful | written on 9. Apr 2026

Thomas Bodman says:

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Entry is easy. At the end of the jetty there’s a spot where lots of locals come to swim. It can get a bit noisy at times because of this (music).
Otherwise, the facilities are very good, with washing machines and tumble dryers.
There are two good garages nearby in case you have any engine problems.

1 x helpful | written on 9. Apr 2026

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The entry is very small. Depth just under 2 metres. Once you’ve entered, be sure to watch out for seaweed.
The harbour is a natural harbour belonging to the Swedish Cruising Club. Members pay a slightly lower fee.

1 x helpful | written on 9. Apr 2026

Thomas Bodman says:

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The entrance is very narrow. The depth is around 1.60 metres. You moor alongside. Mooring fees are paid at the restaurant. There is an adjacent parking space for motorhomes. However, I couldn’t find a power supply at the jetty.

1 x helpful | written on 9. Apr 2026

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Especially if you’re not familiar with the harbour, you shouldn’t sail into it when the sea is rough. It’s narrow and has a few rocks on both sides.
Lörudden isn’t really a harbour for an overnight stay. It has no official berths. But it’s a lovely destination for a day trip (or if you’re just passing by). The restaurant is well-known for serving excellent food (including lunch).

1 x helpful | written on 10. Apr 2026

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I was there in early August 2025 and was able to pay the harbour fee at the campsite. But that was also written on a sign by the moorings.
The toilet and shower facilities are very basic.

1 x helpful | written on 10. Apr 2026

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A lovely marina and very affordable (100 SEK in 2025). Beautiful and very clean toilet facilities. The restaurant near the marina is highly recommended. It also serves lunch.

1 x helpful | written on 10. Apr 2026

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Navigation is straightforward. The jetties are a bit old. PLEASE NOTE: There is a self-closing door at the start of the jetty. You’ll need a key for this, which you can get from the harbour master. If you arrive outside of opening hours, you’ll find a telephone number. The harbour master has hidden a few keys. He’ll tell you where they are. 200 SEK including electricity in 2025
A few places to buy food and other items in town.

1 x helpful | written on 10. Apr 2026

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To the east of the SXK buoy, there is a small jetty where two or three boats can moor. On the island, there is a barbecue area, a dry toilet and a small shelter where you can take refuge in bad weather.

1 x helpful | written on 10. Apr 2026

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Regarding the previous comment: There is a public sauna on the other side of the island (see my photos). A one-hour session costs 15 euros. There is a whiteboard at the boathouse where you can sign up.

1 x helpful | written on 11. Apr 2026

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Navigation is easy. When the sea is rough, people tend to choose the route through the canal. In that case, Älmsta is a typical stopover. There isn’t much in the village itself – just an ICA for shopping and a restaurant.

1 x helpful | written on 12. Apr 2026

Thomas Bodman says:

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The guest harbour consists of two parts. Most boats moor at the large concrete jetty. Here there are stern buoys or mooring lines. The harbour master is quick to arrive to help with mooring.
To the north of this concrete jetty is a newer section with Y-shaped jetties. However, the walk to the toilet facilities is a bit of a trek from there.
Downside: everything here costs extra. Electricity costs extra and water costs extra too.
It can get a bit noisy in the summer. The village has two grocery shops, a chemist’s and several restaurants. There’s a large playground opposite the harbour.

1 x helpful | written on 12. Apr 2026 | updated_on 12. Apr 2026

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If you’re travelling between Gävle and Öregrund, Rödhäll anchorage makes for a good stopover. The anchorage is very well sheltered and the seabed is firm. The depth is around 2 to 3 metres. However, you should have good nautical charts and have someone at the bow, as there are a few rocks underwater.

1 x helpful | written on 12. Apr 2026

Thomas Bodman says:

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The entrance is a bit narrow but fine. Overall, Häggvik is a very lovely and very sheltered spot.

1 x helpful | written on 13. Apr 2026

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I think the spot is better known as Mjältön, Baggviken (Mjätön is the name of the island). It can get quite busy here in the high season, as many people come for a day trip.
You can also drop anchor in the middle. The anchorage depth is 4 to 6 metres. However, the anchorage isn’t very good.
Mjältön is Sweden’s highest island. There is a well-marked hiking trail that forms a circular route to the highest point. Everyone who comes here by boat brings a stone to the highest point.

1 x helpful | written on 13. Apr 2026

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I can confirm that it gets very busy (and a bit noisy) here during the season. Some people describe Trysunda as the most beautiful island in Sweden. I couldn’t quite see what all the fuss was about.

1 x helpful | written on 13. Apr 2026

Thomas Bodman says:

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Prästgrundet is a very small, simple harbour. You moor by dropping a stern anchor at the small jetty. On land, there is a lovely fire pit and a very nice dry toilet. Prästgrundet is home to the smallest chapel on the Norrland coast (6 x 4 metres). Please note: the water is only 1.6 metres deep in the entrance. It gets deeper once you reach the jetty.

1 x helpful | written on 14. May 2026

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Nice places for BBQ on landside

0 x helpful | written on 9. Apr 2026