This is a perfect island almost certainly made for a days outing. It's the biggest island in a group, and has a permanent population of about 50 people. Small picturesque winding roads and a rich scenic environment make it a place that inspires writing and anything to do with the arts. This is a place where it's easy to feel at peace.
If you're looking for a quicker tour then renting a bike is a wonderful way to get around.
Several famous Swedish singers and poets, such as Carl Michael Bellman, August Strindberg and Evert Taube, have described Nämdö in different scenarios through music and literature. Nämdö's oldest village is Västerby but Östanvik has played the most important role throughout Nämdö's history.
General information
Different types of service and information can be found in Solvik, where there's a post office, restaurant, gas station, drugstore and a Systembolaget which is where you buy your boose.
If you want to picnic, provisions can be bought in Solvik and from the Östanvik Farm Shop.
Nämdö tourist information: Seek out Guns Livs or Östanvik Farm. There you will find the island's official information on current and local events, accommodation, restaurants, water taxis, guides and so on.
Guns Livs, Solvik +46-8-571 563 79
Östanvik farm +46-8-571 564 18
Värmdö Tourist Office: (year-round service), +46-8-570 345 67
Photo: Jeppe Wikström
How to get there: Take the bus from Slussen to Stavsnäs, where you switch to the ferry.
The ferry takes about 1 hour and the trip takes about 2 hours in all. Those with their own car will find parking in Stavsnäs. From April to December you can also get there by route through from Saltsjöbaden. You get there by getting onto the Saltsjöbanan train from Slussen. Parking is also available there.