Good to know
- Tickets
- Entry fees apply; check the official website for current rates.
- Time needed
- One to two hours.
- Best time
- May to September for ferry access.
- Getting there
- Ferry from Stockholm or bus to Vaxholm followed by a short boat ride.
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Vaxholm Fortress questions
How do I reach Vaxholm Fortress?
Ferries run from central Stockholm. Buses connect to Vaxholm town for a connecting boat.
What can I see inside the fortress?
Exhibits cover Swedish coastal defense history. Walk the walls and see period cannons.
Is the fortress open year round?
Hours vary by season. Confirm current opening times on the official site.
