Capital built on fourteen islands
Historic, hip, green and watery, it all applies to the charming Swedish capital Stockholm. The water is never far away in this city built on fourteen islands, each with its own character. History is up for grabs in the Gamla Stan district with ochre-coloured houses, narrow alleyways, the Royal Palace and the 13th century Storkykan Cathedral. In the town of Norrmalm is the lively shopping and entertainment area with cosy restaurants. The creative scene can be found in Södermalm with its art galleries, trendy shops, hip cafes and restaurants. Explore all these boroughs by metro, an attraction in itself as the stations are decorated with mosaics, sculptures and paintings.
De skärgården van Stockholm
Also take a look outside the city and visit the Stockholm archipelago where as many as 30,000 islets await to be discovered. It is a collection of islands, shaving and rocks that stretch from the city to the Baltic Sea. This green area invites you to take a walk, kayak, fish or a dip in the water.
