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Aspö Island

Blekinge  >  Sweden

The island of Aspö is accessible via a free ferry service from Karlskrona. On the island you can see seabirds, waders and passerines.

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Most recent update 24 maaliskuu 2025
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Description

Aspö Island is located in the Karlskrona archipelago. The island is approximately 8 square kilometers in size and has a 17th-century fortress. From Drottningskär Fortress (1) you have stunning views of the archipelago. The island is accessible via a free ferry service from Karlskrona. During the ferry trip you already have a chance to see nice bird species. On Aspö itself you can see many waders and make a nice walk.

Details

Access

Aspö Island is located in the Karlskrona archipelago and is only accessible by boat. A free ferry service runs regularly between Karlskrona and Aspö, with a crossing time of about 25 minutes. See the link below for the timetable for the ferry service. You can park your car near the Aspö ferry terminal in Karlskrona. Press P on the map for directions to the parking.

The circuar route on Aspö Island shown on the map is about 10 km.

Terrain and Habitat

Sea , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Rocky , Open landscape

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring migration

Route

Paved road , Unpaved road , Narrow trail , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Boat , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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