Bohuslän is one of Sweden's most beloved summer landscapes, known for its dramatic coastline and salty baths. Here you'll find smooth granite cliffs, picturesque fishing villages and an archipelago that stretches as far as the eye can see. It's a place for both quiet days by the sea and lively summer evenings.
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Travel guide to Bohuslän
Bohuslän has plenty to offer - from kayaking between islets and skerries to seafood dinners by the sea. You can explore charming villages, swim off cliffs or take a boat trip out into the archipelago. Our guides will help you find the best places and experiences all along the coast.
Sydkoster – at its best when everyone else has gone home
Island of Light on Smögen – when the rocks are illuminated by art
From Varberg to Hunnebostrand in a motorhome - with foreign guests
The Swedish Bohuslän Road - FREEDOMtravel Themed Roads
What to do in Strömstad - 17 tips for Sweden's westernmost town
Visiting the Koster Islands in Bohuslän - a lovely trip!
Street art in Strömstad - Artscape Lighthouse
Things to do in Grebbestad - 12 tips for the oyster mecca
Tjurpannan nature reserve - western coastal idyll in Grebbestad
A lovely boat trip with M/S Donalda in Grebbestad.
Rock carvings in Tanum - a Unesco World Heritage Site
The King's Gap in Fjällbacka - The Wolf Claw in Ronia the Robber's Daughter
Things to do in Uddevalla – 9 tips for the heart of Bohuslän
Hafsten Resort & Camping in Uddevalla - scenic camping luxury
Bohusläns museum in Uddevalla - an interesting visit
Tureborgen in Uddevalla - an exciting ruin
Things to do in Hunnebostrand - 19 tips for an archipelago idyll
Ramsvikslandet in Bohuslän - walking in the 'kingdom of rocks'
Things to do in Smögen - 17 tips for the seafood mecca
Things to do in Kungshamn - 11 tips for the resort town of Smögen
Things to do in Lysekil - 20 tips for a West Coast gem
Skaftö in Bohuslän - Grundsund and Fiskebäckskil
What to do on Orust - 15 tips for a beautiful island on the west coast
MUMA Mural paintings on Orust - stories about women
Käringön in Bohuslän - an idyllic island off the coast of Orust.
What to do on Tjörn - 17 tips for a lovely island in Bohuslän.
Dyrön in Bohuslän - a lovely archipelago island outside Tjörn.
Carlsten's fortress on Marstrand - an exciting attraction
Öckerö Islands - by campervan in the Gothenburg archipelago
Trollhätte canal by motorhome - a journey along the Göta river
Hamburgsund - West Coast charm and seafood feast
Bohus Fortress - the castle that survived 14 sieges
What not to miss in Bohuslän
- Smögen bridge and its lively summer life
- Salty baths from the smooth granite cliffs of Bohuslän
- World-class seafood, straight from the sea
- Kayaking in the archipelago
- Charming fishing villages like Fjällbacka and Grebbestad
Films from Bohuslän
Here you will find films from our trips in beautiful Bohuslän.
Facts about Bohuslän
Fast facts
- Landscape type: Coastal landscape with cliffs and archipelago
- Largest town: Uddevalla
- Famous places: Smögen, Fjällbacka, Marstrand, Grebbestad
- Best time to travel: June to August
Frequently asked questions
What is Bohuslän known for?
Bohuslän is known for its salty baths, characteristic granite cliffs and fishing villages along the coast, as well as its world-class seafood.
What can you do in Bohuslän?
You can swim, kayak, go on boat trips, visit coastal communities or enjoy dining experiences centred on seafood. Here are more tips on things to do things to do in Bohuslän
When is the best time to go to Bohuslän?
Summer is the high season with all the hustle and bustle, but even late summer is perfect with warm baths and fewer visitors.
Motorhome parks and campsites in Bohuslän
Are you looking for pitches, campsites and accommodation close to nature in Bohuslän? Here you will find our guide to places for those travelling with a motorhome, caravan or wanting to stay close to nature: Motorhome parks and campsites in Bohuslän
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