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Kanelbullsworkshop
Nov.
11
Food culture, All events

Cinnamon bulls workshop

  • Wednesday, November 11, 2026
  • 14:00 17:00
  • Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast (see map)
  • Google Calendar

For a few hours in our kitchen at Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast you will learn the secret of baking really moist cinnamon buns.

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Deckarvandring i Vaxholm
Nov.
13
Culture, All events, City

Mystery Walk in Vaxholm

  • Friday, November 13, 2026
  • 18:00 19:00
  • Downtown Vaxholm, starting in front of City Hall (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Join us on an exciting and slightly eerie mystery walk through downtown Vaxholm, where you’ll work together to search for clues, solve riddles, and piece together the puzzle that may reveal what really happened to Elias Rask.

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Chokladprovning
Nov.
14
All Events, City, Food Culture

Chocolate tasting

  • Saturday, November 14, 2026
  • 16:30 17:45
  • Waxholms Choklad (see map)
  • Google Calendar

During the chocolate tasting, you’ll be taken on a journey through the fascinating history of cacao and chocolate. You’ll discover and sample a selection of chocolates from different producers and countries, with varying cacao content and flavor profiles.

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Musik i höstkväll
Nov.
14
Culture, All events, City

Music in the fall evening

  • Saturday, November 14, 2026
  • 17:00 18:00
  • Vaxholm Church (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Welcome to “Music on an Autumn Evening” with Erik Rydvall on the nyckelharpa and Ale Möller on the guitar.

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Paranormal afton på Bogesunds slott
Nov.
14
Culture, All events, Country

Paranormal evening at Bogesund Castle

  • Saturday, November 14, 2026
  • 18:30 22:00
  • Bogesund Castle (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Welcome to an exciting evening at Bogesund Castle with a focus on paranormal phenomena and supernatural events.

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Kanelbullsworkshop
Nov.
18
Food culture, All events

Cinnamon bulls workshop

  • Wednesday, November 18, 2026
  • 14:00 17:00
  • Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast (see map)
  • Google Calendar

For a few hours in our kitchen at Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast you will learn the secret of baking really moist cinnamon buns.

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Urban Fredriksson håller föredrag om Pålsundsbron och Fingal 
Nov.
18
Culture, City, All events

Urban Fredriksson is giving a lecture on the Pålsund Bridge and Fingal 

  • Wednesday, November 18, 2026
  • 18:30 20:00
  • Vaxholm Local History Museum (see map)
  • Google Calendar

You are warmly invited to attend a presentation on the Pålsund Bridge and Fingal. Sandwiches will be served starting at 6:30 p.m.

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Julbelysningen tänds i Vaxholm
Nov.
20
All Events, City, Christmas

Christmas lights are turned on in Vaxholm

  • Friday, November 20, 2026
  • 17:00 17:30
  • Söderhamnen (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Welcome to a group countdown as the Christmas lights are turned on.

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Julbaksworkshop
Nov.
25
Food culture, All events

Christmas baking workshop

  • Wednesday, November 25, 2026
  • 13:00 17:00
  • Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast (see map)
  • Google Calendar

During a few hours in our kitchen at Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast , you’ll learn the secret to baking perfect Lussekatter, saffron buns, and crisp, old-fashioned gingerbread cookies.

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Julbord Vaxholms Kastell
Nov.
25
until 22 Dec.
City, Food Culture, All the Flavors of Christmas, Christmas

Christmas Buffet Vaxholms Kastell

  • Wed, Nov. 25, 2026 13:30 Tue, Dec. 22, 2026 22:00
  • Vaxholms Kastell (see map)
  • Google Calendar

A classic Swedish Christmas buffet awaits you in the historic brick-vaulted ceilings, served in a warm and atmospheric setting.

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Författarbesök Niklas Rådström
Nov.
25
Culture, All events, City

Author Visit: Niklas Rådström

  • Wednesday, November 25, 2026
  • 19:00 20:00
  • Vaxholm City Library (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Author Niklas Rådström talks about his latest book, *Judas's Memories*.

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Julbord Waxholms Hotell
Nov.
26
through Dec. 24
City, Food Culture, All the Flavors of Christmas, Christmas

Christmas Buffet Waxholms Hotell

  • Thu, Nov. 26, 2026 12:00 Thu, Dec. 24, 2026 22:00
  • Downtown Vaxholm, starting in front of City Hall (see map)
  • Google Calendar

At our archipelago brasserie, the Christmas buffet is laid out with all the trimmings: classic favorites, flavors of the archipelago, and a generous dose of Christmas spirit. Everything is served in a timeless setting where tradition meets style. 

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Första advent
Nov.
29
Culture, All Events, City, Christmas

First Sunday of Advent

  • Sunday, November 29, 2026
  • 11:00 12:00
  • Vaxholm Church (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Advent service with Advent refreshments at Vaxholm Church.

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Julbord Fredriksborg Hotell
Dec.
4
through Dec. 20
Food Culture, All the Flavors of Christmas, Christmas

Christmas Buffet Fredriksborg Hotell

  • Fri, Dec. 4, 2026 13:00 Sun, Dec. 20, 2026 21:30
  • Fredriksborg Hotel (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Here, a Christmas buffet is served in the shadow of the imposing 18th-century fortress, under a starry sky and with a fantastic view of Oxdjupet.

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Vaxholms julmarknad
Dec.
5
through Dec. 6
City, Christmas, All events

Vaxholm Christmas Market

  • Sat, Dec. 5, 2026 11:00 Sun, Dec. 6, 2026 16:00
  • City Hall Square (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Celebrate Christmas at Vaxholm's traditional Christmas market. With burnt almonds, crafts, mulled wine and trees, we'll get your Christmas spirit going. Santa is coming, are you?

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Andra advent
Dec.
6
Culture, All Events, City, Christmas

Second Sunday of Advent

  • Sunday, December 6, 2026
  • 11:00 12:00
  • Vaxholm Church (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Advent service with Advent refreshments at Vaxholm Church.

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Julbaksworkshop
Dec.
9
Food culture, All events

Christmas baking workshop

  • Wednesday, December 9, 2026
  • 13:00 17:00
  • Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast (see map)
  • Google Calendar

During a few hours in our kitchen at Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast , you’ll learn the secret to baking perfect Lussekatter, saffron buns, and crisp, old-fashioned gingerbread cookies.

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Luciafirande
Dec.
13
Culture, All Events, City, Christmas

Lucia celebrations

  • Sunday, December 13, 2026
  • 16:00 17:30
  • Vaxholm Church (see map)
  • Google Calendar

On December 13, we will celebrate the third Sunday of Advent at Vaxholm Church with a musical service featuring Advent and St. Lucia songs performed by Kyrkkidz and the Vaxholm Children’s Choir.

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Julbaksworkshop
Dec.
16
Food culture, All events

Christmas baking workshop

  • Wednesday, December 16, 2026
  • 13:00 17:00
  • Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast (see map)
  • Google Calendar

During a few hours in our kitchen at Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast , you’ll learn the secret to baking perfect Lussekatter, saffron buns, and crisp, old-fashioned gingerbread cookies.

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Julkonsert med Ceciliakören
Dec.
16
Culture, All Events, City, Christmas

Christmas Concert with the Cecilia Choir

  • Wednesday, December 16, 2026
  • 19:00 20:30
  • Vaxholm Church (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Christmas concert featuring the Cecilia Choir, conducted by Cecilia Thomsson. Free admission.

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Vaxholm på cykel med fika
Nov.
8
All Events, State, City

Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break

  • Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • 11:00 13:00
  • Skärgårdens Outdoor, Hamngatan 1, Vaxholm (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.

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Halloweenfest på Waxholms Hotell
Oct.
31
until 1 Nov.
All events, City

Halloween Party at Waxholms Hotell

  • Sat, Oct. 31, 2026 21:30 Sun, Nov. 1, 2026 2:00 a.m.
  • Waxholms Hotell (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Waxholms hotell We're hosting a Halloween party! Gather your friends, get into the Halloween spirit, and come ready for a full evening that starts with a live band and ends on the dance floor.

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Deckarvandring i Vaxholm
Oct.
31
Culture, All events, City

Mystery Walk in Vaxholm

  • Saturday, October 31, 2026
  • 18:00 19:00
  • Downtown Vaxholm, starting in front of City Hall (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Join us on an exciting and slightly eerie mystery walk through downtown Vaxholm, where you’ll work together to search for clues, solve riddles, and piece together the puzzle that may reveal what really happened to Elias Rask.

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Lakritsprovning
Oct.
31
All Events, City, Food Culture

Licorice Tasting

  • Saturday, October 31, 2026
  • 16:30 17:30
  • Waxholms Choklad (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Welcome to a flavorful tasting of “black gold”—licorice! Over the course of an hour, we’ll explore licorice in various forms, flavors, and qualities from different parts of the world.

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Spökhistorier och kusligheter på Bogesunds slott
Oct.
30
All Events, Country

Ghost stories and eeriness at Bogesund Castle

  • Friday, October 30, 2026
  • 15:00 20:00
  • Bogesund Castle (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Join a ghost walk in Bogesund Castle!

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Allhelgonahelgen
Oct.
30
through Oct. 31
Culture, All events, City

All Saints' Day Weekend

  • Fri, Oct. 30, 2026 13:00 Sat, Oct. 31, 2026 17:00
  • Vaxholm Church (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Welcome to the church and cemeteries in Vaxholm—light a candle for someone you miss!

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Deckarvandring i Vaxholm
Oct.
28
Culture, All events, City

Mystery Walk in Vaxholm

  • Wednesday, October 28, 2026
  • 19:00 20:00
  • Downtown Vaxholm, starting in front of City Hall (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Join us on an exciting and slightly eerie mystery walk through downtown Vaxholm, where you’ll work together to search for clues, solve riddles, and piece together the puzzle that may reveal what really happened to Elias Rask.

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Höstlovshelg på museet
Oct.
24
through Oct. 25
All events, City, Culture

Fall Break Weekend at the Museum

  • Sat, Oct. 24, 2026 11:40 Sun, Oct. 25, 2026 15:40
  • Vaxholm Fortress Museum (see map)
  • Google Calendar

We're keeping all our exhibitions open and offering fun activities for all ages.

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Deckarvandring i Vaxholm
Oct.
23
Culture, All events, City

Mystery Walk in Vaxholm

  • Friday, October 23, 2026
  • 19:00 20:00
  • Downtown Vaxholm, starting in front of City Hall (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Join us on an exciting and slightly eerie mystery walk through downtown Vaxholm, where you’ll work together to search for clues, solve riddles, and piece together the puzzle that may reveal what really happened to Elias Rask.

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Vaxholm på cykel med fika
Oct.
18
All Events, State, City

Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break

  • Sunday, October 18, 2026
  • 11:00 13:00
  • Skärgårdens Outdoor, Hamngatan 1, Vaxholm (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.

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Paranormal afton på Bogesunds slott
Oct.
17
Culture, All events, Country

Paranormal evening at Bogesund Castle

  • Saturday, October 17, 2026
  • 18:30 22:00
  • Bogesund Castle (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Welcome to an exciting evening at Bogesund Castle with a focus on paranormal phenomena and supernatural events.

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Kulturnatt i Vaxholm
Oct.
9
City, Culture, All events

Culture night in Vaxholm

  • Friday, October 9, 2026
  • 10:00 11:00 p.m.
  • City of Vaxholm (see map)
  • Google Calendar

The 2026 Culture Night will be celebrated on Friday, October 9. All events are free, but some require a ticket. Tickets go on sale September 28 and can be picked up at the library or the tourist office.

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Kanelbullsworkshop
Oct.
7
Food culture, All events

Cinnamon bulls workshop

  • Wednesday, October 7, 2026
  • 14:00 17:00
  • Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast (see map)
  • Google Calendar

For a few hours in our kitchen at Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast you will learn the secret of baking really moist cinnamon buns.

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Vaxholm på cykel med fika
Oct.
4
All Events, State, City

Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break

  • Sunday, October 4, 2026
  • 11:00 13:00
  • Skärgårdens Outdoor, Hamngatan 1, Vaxholm (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.

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Oktoberfest i Vaxholm
Oct.
3
All Events, City, Culture, Food Culture

Oktoberfest in Vaxholm

  • Saturday, October 3, 2026
  • 11:00 22:00
  • Waxholms hotell (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Vaxholm is filled with Oktoberfest spirit! Throughout the day, you'll find festive deals in stores and restaurants, and when evening comes, the celebration kicks off at Waxholms Hotell starting at 5:00 p.m. with live music, great food, and drinks!

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Militärhistorisk visning
Sep.
27
All Events, Culture, Country

Military History Exhibition

  • Sunday, September 27, 2026
  • 15:30 16:30
  • Fredriksborg Fortress (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Join us for a special tour of Fredriksborg Fortress—a defensive structure built at Oxdjupet between 1724 and 1735.

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Vaxholm på cykel med fika
Sep.
20
All Events, State, City

Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break

  • Sunday, September 20, 2026
  • 11:00 13:00
  • Skärgårdens Outdoor, Hamngatan 1, Vaxholm (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.

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Kajakpaddling med fika
Sep.
18
Sea

Kayaking with a snack break

  • Friday, September 18, 2026
  • 10:30 14:30
  • Skärgårdens Kanotcenter (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Explore the heart of the Stockholm archipelago by kayak. Paddle between beautiful islands, see red archipelago cottages, and enjoy a classic Swedish fika by the sea on this guided tour near Vaxholm.

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Kanelbullsworkshop
Sep.
15
Food culture, All events

Cinnamon bulls workshop

  • Tuesday, September 15, 2026
  • 14:00 17:00
  • Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast (see map)
  • Google Calendar

For a few hours in our kitchen at Vaxholms Bed & Breakfast you will learn the secret of baking really moist cinnamon buns.

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Paranormal afton på Bogesunds slott
Sep.
12
Culture, All events, Country

Paranormal evening at Bogesund Castle

  • Saturday, September 12, 2026
  • 18:30 22:00
  • Bogesund Castle (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Welcome to an exciting evening at Bogesund Castle with a focus on paranormal phenomena and supernatural events.

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Vaxholm på cykel med fika
Sep.
12
All Events, State, City

Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break

  • Saturday, September 12, 2026
  • 11:00 13:00
  • Skärgårdens Outdoor, Hamngatan 1, Vaxholm (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.

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Bäversafari med kanot i solnedgången
Sep.
9
Sea, All events

Beaver Safari by Canoe at Sunset

  • Wednesday, September 9, 2026
  • 18:00 21:30
  • Skärgårdens Kanotcenter (see map)
  • Google Calendar

A sunset canoe trip through the Bogesund Nature Reserve near Vaxholm. Paddle through calm waters and keep an eye out for beavers, waterfowl, and other wildlife. A snack and dinner by the water are included.

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Kajakpaddling med fika
Sep.
4
Sea

Kayaking with a snack break

  • Friday, September 4, 2026
  • 10:30 14:30
  • Skärgårdens Kanotcenter (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Explore the heart of the Stockholm archipelago by kayak. Paddle between beautiful islands, see red archipelago cottages, and enjoy a classic Swedish fika by the sea on this guided tour near Vaxholm.

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Kajakpaddling med ö-lunch
Aug.
29
Sea

Kayaking with island lunch

  • Saturday, August 29, 2026
  • 10:00 16:00
  • Skärgårdens Kanotcenter (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Discover the Stockholm archipelago on a guided full-day kayaking tour near Vaxholm. Paddle between beautiful islands, enjoy a barbecue lunch on a remote island, and experience the archipelago's nature from the water.

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Musik i sommarkväll
Aug.
27
City, All events, Culture

Music in the summer evening

  • Thursday, August 27, 2026
  • 19:00 20:00
  • Vaxholm Church (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Bach and folk music. David Härenstam on guitar and Erik Rydvall on nyckelharpa come together in a program that explores the interplay between Baroque and Nordic folk music.

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Bäversafari med kanot i solnedgången
Aug.
26
Sea, All events

Beaver Safari by Canoe at Sunset

  • Wednesday, August 26, 2026
  • 18:00 21:30
  • Skärgårdens Kanotcenter (see map)
  • Google Calendar

A sunset canoe trip through the Bogesund Nature Reserve near Vaxholm. Paddle through calm waters and keep an eye out for beavers, waterfowl, and other wildlife. A snack and dinner by the water are included.

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Utebio på Rindö redutt
Aug.
22
All Events, Culture

Outdoor Movie Night at Rindö Redutt

  • Saturday, August 22, 2026
  • 13:00 18:00
  • Rindö Redutt (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Welcome to the annual outdoor movie night at Rindö Redutt. Bring your own picnic basket and something to sit on. Children ages 5 and up can try their hand at Bollywood opera.

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Kajakpaddling med fika
Aug.
21
Sea

Kayaking with a snack break

  • Friday, August 21, 2026
  • 10:30 14:30
  • Skärgårdens Kanotcenter (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Explore the heart of the Stockholm archipelago by kayak. Paddle between beautiful islands, see red archipelago cottages, and enjoy a classic Swedish fika by the sea on this guided tour near Vaxholm.

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Musik i sommarkväll
Aug.
20
City, All events, Culture

Music in the summer evening

  • Thursday, August 20, 2026
  • 19:00 20:00
  • Vaxholm Church (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Summer Greetings with Dance & Piano. Music by W. Peterson-Berger. Rozita Auer and Carolina Larsson, dance, and Stefan Ydefeldt, piano.

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Vaxholm på cykel med fika
Aug.
16
All Events, State, City

Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break

  • Sunday, August 16, 2026
  • 11:00 13:00
  • Skärgårdens Outdoor, Hamngatan 1, Vaxholm (see map)
  • Google Calendar

Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.

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In Vaxholm, the capital of the archipelago, you can enjoy the archipelago nature both on land and water and enjoy the beautiful archipelago town's range of restaurants, shops, activities and historical attractions all year round.

Destination Vaxholm
Please visit Vaxholm Tourist Office
Rådhustorget 1, Vaxholm
turistbyran@vaxholm.se

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