Åland Islands journey information: Mariehamn and the archipelago

One such attraction is the distinctive museum ship Pommern, inbuilt 1903. Being the one four-masted cargo crusing ship on the planet, it has been preserved in its unique situation. On a ship go to, you time journey greater than 100 years again in time to the time when the ship proprietor Gustaf Erikson and his crew defied the excessive foam heads and sailed all the way in which to Australia.

If you are within the archipelago life, one other excellent place to go to is the Åland Maritime Museum. The museum has a powerful assortment of miniature fashions of crusing ships and objects representing Åland’s maritime heritage – the gathering even contains an genuine pirate flag from the 18th century! There can be lots to probe for the youngest ones of the household. 

Maritime historical past can be alive in Mariehamn’s stunning, postcard-like Maritime quarter, the place you may discover boat carvings and rustic boathouses, and buy native craft and design merchandise as souvenirs.

If you want to spend time in nature additionally throughout your go to to town, pack your lunch and head in direction of the close by Nåtö nature reserve. The nature path, which is about three kilometres lengthy, passes by way of inexperienced flower fields and exquisite coastal rock landscapes.

Beyond Mariehamn

Finland’s largest sea island has lots to see additionally outdoors Mariehamn. You can discover the island by bicycle, automotive or boat, and even hop on a neighborhood bus.

About 20 minutes’ drive from Mariehamn, Kastelholm Castle has stood because the 14th century and has weathered sieges and fires. Guided excursions run in Finnish, Swedish and English, and kids can be a part of a pirate-themed tour.