Long distance skating

You step straight into the age of the Vikings when you visit the Viking market in Kvarnbo, July 29-31st. In the throng you will meet bearded Vikings, ragged slaves and women with period jewellery and beautiful dresses.

For nine days in late July, Åland plays host to the Rockoff Festival – the high point of the summer for many music fans. The festival brings top performers to Åland every year. This year promises to be really big, with Sweden’s KENT already booked to perform on 25 July.

When the youngest in the family get to decide, nobody will sit still. So thank your lucky star that there is so much fun to do in Åland! There will be full speed – from morning until night.

Märket is situated in the Åland Sea, at the border of Finland and Sweden. At this small island the border in between the two countries was drawn in 1809 and in 1982 the line was measured out again, the three lighthouse buildings on the island are on the Finnish side.

There are many alternatives for accommodations in Mariehamn – everything from a tent in a camping ground to a luxurious hotel room.

One of the most genuine Åland experiences you can enjoy is to have a smoke sauna. It is a tradition that goes back thousands of years that has survived to the present. Take the opportunity when you are in Åland to get behind the myth and try out a smoke sauna!

A beautiful view across the Åland Sea and a historically interesting environment makes the island Kobba Klintar, by the inlet to Mariehamn's western harbour, a popular excursion destination.

Families enjoy the Åland islands. These islands are relaxed and secure and there are lots to see and experience. The journey is quick and simple from Sweden or Finland and there are many accommodation alternatives to choose in between,