Adam Alvermark has his roots in Gotland’s soil. Discovering the island in new ways is one of his favourite things to do, both on solo adventures and with his family.

The coast and horizon around Gotland are a natural part of his life, whether he’s hiking or gliding across the water on his SUP. He’s drawn to the freedom and calm of a still day by the Baltic Sea.

As a freelance writer, Adam loves meeting interesting people, telling stories and exploring new subjects.

Want to say hello? Send an email to [email protected].

Adam Alvermark

Adam Alvermark

Local Expert, Gotland

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5 mysiga utflyktsmÄl pÄ Gotland

5 mysiga utflyktsmÄl pÄ Gotland

Visby i all Ă€ra, men bara man tar sig en liten bit utanför stadens puls sjunker tempot ytterligare. Oavsett om du söker en naturupplevelse eller en annorlunda sevĂ€rdhet, om du letar efter en kortare dagsutflykt eller en lĂ€ngre tur – pĂ„ Gotland finns det massor att upptĂ€cka.  Tack vare korta avstĂ„nd gĂ„r det dessutom smidigt och snabbt att ta sig runt pĂ„ ön. Och om din utgĂ„ngspunkt Ă€r Visby nĂ„r du nĂ„gra av dessa tips enkelt med cykel.  PĂ„ Södra HĂ€llarna kan du vandra bland bildsköna havsklippor och i Tofta vĂ€ntar BersĂ„ dĂ€r du kan fika och inhandla inspirerande inredning. Lite lĂ€ngre bort pĂ„ FĂ„rö lockar kultförklarade Kutens Bensin med sin nostalgiska 50-talsmiljö, god mat och livemusik. Det Ă€r i dessa avstickare – bland rostiga bilvrak, kardemummadoftande cafĂ©er och trollska skogar – som Gotland visar upp nĂ„gra av sina charmigaste sidor.  LĂ€s Ă€ven:  Visbys bĂ€sta restauranger 16 tips pĂ„ Gotland för barnfamiljer Sveriges bĂ€sta destinationshotell – 8 platser vĂ€rda en omvĂ€g
5 charming getaways to discover on Gotland

5 charming getaways to discover on Gotland

Visby is wonderful, but venture just a little beyond the city and life slows down even more. Whether you’re after a nature escape or an unusual attraction, a short outing or a full day trip, there’s plenty to discover across Gotland. Thanks to the island’s short distances, it’s quick and easy to get around. And if you’re staying in Visby, some of these spots are even within easy cycling distance. At Södra HĂ€llarna, you can wander among dramatic coastal cliffs, while in Tofta, BersĂ„ serves up homemade treats alongside inspiring interiors shopping. Further afield on FĂ„rö, the cult favourite Kutens Bensin draws visitors with its nostalgic ’50s setting, great food and live music.  It’s on these little detours, among rusty vintage cars, cafĂ©s scented with cardamom buns and enchanting forests, that Gotland reveals some of its most charming sides. Also recommended:  Best things to do in Gotland for families – 16 tips for summer 2026 Best hotels in Visby – from historic boutique hotels to beach resorts Visby's best restaurants – our top picks for 2026  Sweden’s best destination hotels – 8 places worth the journey
Best things to do in Gotland for families – 16 tips for summer 2026

Best things to do in Gotland for families – 16 tips for summer 2026

Visiting Gotland is always a winning choice for anyone looking for both buzz and relaxation. It’s no coincidence that the island remains a favourite people return to time and again. The short distances make it easy to hop between Gotland’s iconic limestone formations (rauks) and ice cream kiosks, which can be a lifesaver when the car is packed with eager children bursting with energy. With its chalk-white beaches and distinctive landscape, it’s easy to forget you’re actually in Sweden. The moment you roll off the ferry, it feels more like a Mediterranean getaway.  For families, the island is a pure playground. Everything from shallow sandy beaches to great excursion spots that spark the imagination awaits – and how does a visit to what might be Europe’s biggest ice cream shop sound? Best of all, many of the finest experiences are completely free. And when the Gotland’s calm sets in, the pace slows, and suddenly there’s space for what really matters: time together. Sweden’s largest island simply offers a summer where both young and old can unwind, recharge and build memories that last long after the holiday ends. Recommended:  Best hotels in Visby – from historic boutique hotels to beach resorts Visby's best restaurants – our top picks for 2026 Best things to do in Gotland – 15 tips
Gotland för barnfamiljen – 16 tips för sommaren 2026

Gotland för barnfamiljen – 16 tips för sommaren 2026

Att besöka Gotland Ă€r alltid ett vinnande koncept för den som söker bĂ„de puls och avkoppling. Det Ă€r ingen slump att ön Ă€r en kĂ€r Ă„tervĂ€ndarfavorit; de korta avstĂ„nden gör det smidigt att navigera mellan raukar och glassbarer, vilket Ă€r en rĂ€ddare i nöden nĂ€r bilen Ă€r packad med ivriga barn med spring i benen. Med sina kritvita strĂ€nder och den sĂ€regna naturen Ă€r det lĂ€tt att glömma att man faktiskt befinner sig i Sverige – hĂ€r infinner sig utlandskĂ€nslan sĂ„ fort man rullat av fĂ€rjan. För barnfamiljer Ă€r ön en ren lekplats. HĂ€r vĂ€ntar allt frĂ„n lĂ„nggrunda sandstrĂ€nder till hĂ€rliga utflyktsmĂ„l som frĂ€mjar fantasin och hur lĂ„ter ett besök pĂ„ Europas kanske största glassbutik? Det bĂ€sta av allt Ă€r dessutom att mĂ„nga av de finaste upplevelserna Ă€r helt gratis. NĂ€r den gotlĂ€ndska ron lĂ€gger sig sĂ€nks tempot automatiskt, och plötsligt finns det utrymme för det som verkligen rĂ€knas: tid tillsammans. Sveriges största ö bjuder helt enkelt pĂ„ en sommar dĂ€r bĂ„de stora och smĂ„ kan varva ner, ladda batterierna och bygga minnen som varar lĂ„ngt efter att semestern Ă€r slut. LĂ€s Ă€ven: 15 tips: BĂ€sta sakerna att göra pĂ„ Gotland Visbys bĂ€sta restauranger 2026 BĂ€sta hotellen pĂ„ Gotland – frĂ„n strandresorter till charmiga boutiquehotell