A World Heritage City in the middle of the archipelago
The city centre of Karlskrona is uniquely situated in the middle of an archipelago, 6 km from the mainland. This gives a unique, spacious sense to the city - and breathtaking views. Karlskrona is an exciting encounter with Sweden’s naval history. In 1680, King Carl XI ordered the construction of the city as Sweden’s naval base, due to its location.
The naval presence has ensured distinctive architectural qualities, and UNESCO has named Karlskrona a World Heritage City. Despite its militant past, Karlskrona is a peaceful town, with an open and friendly atmosphere. Gunpowder towers and fortifications make a splendid backdrop, mixing with yellow ferries, white sails and even submarines visible in the waters around the city.
City commercial port: 700 m Ferry terminal Verkö, quay 12 km
Karlskrona City Port is located in central Karlskrona with shopping, dining and all the attractions at easy walking distance. 300m from pier or tender landing
Transportation to/from airport
30 km - approx 25 min by taxi
Currency
Swedish krona SEK
Transport to/from city center
From pier: 3-5 minutes’ walk
From Ferry terminal: 15 minutes by bus from downtown
Max LOA: 160 m
Max depth: 7,5 m
Type of berth (passenger, cargo, bulk traffic): Passenger and traffic
Restrictions: 130 m loa and depth 7,3 m
Clean pier before arrival + maintenance during the day: AvailableLearn more
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Verkö, quay 1
Max LOA: 240 m
Max depth: 9 m
Type of berth (passenger, cargo, bulk traffic): Passenger and Ro-pax
Restrictions: 240 m loa and 9 m depth
Clean pier before arrival + maintenance during the day: AvailableLearn more
Direct shore connections available: yesNumber and maximum flow rate: 1 more than 20 m3/hourDirect downstream to municipal facilities: 1 approx 20 m3/hourMARPOL standard connections fitted: yesNumber and maximum capacity of barges (cubm): noLearn more
The day before Midsummer holds a great tradition in Karlskrona. The more than 100 year old tradition of the Leaf Market - a kind of festival with stalls, food and music! The Main Square and the surrounding streets are filled with people, coming to the city center to buy their traditional flowers, food and bric-a-brac.
Karlskrona Archipelago Festival is a culture festival in the middle of the beautiful archipelago of Karlskrona. 4 days of events and happenings of all kind, with the first days focusing on activities on our many islands in addition to the main event in the city center.
It´s a festival where the world heritage's unique history meets the modern city life! Lot's of music everywhere, from street performances to the big stages. Local food, guided tours out of the ordinary, a fun fair and lots of fun for all ages.
This fortress has guarded the entrance to Karlskrona for more than 300 years.
A spectacular boat tour out in the archipelago let you experience the fort's exotic garden and stunning circular harbour.
This is a great opportunity to see and learn about Karlskrona from its best side, seaside!
Old Naval Shipyard
Located inside the Naval base, available only through guided tours. Unique still ongoing naval history. Visit the Wasa shed, the Dry dock and the 300 m long wooden building holding the Ropery from 1690, where real ropemakers show you their skills.
Karlskrona City Tour
The Great Square, picturesque Stumholmen, Björkholmen and Brändaholm, the Old Naval Shipyard, a view of Karlskrona and the archipelago from its highest point, Bryggareberget.
Historical Kristianopel and the Coastal road
Venture into the spectacularly scenic countryside in southeastern Sweden and explore the country’s first renaissance town Kristianopel. Kristianopel, which was previously a danish town, was founded almost a century before Karlskrona.
In its earliest years the town served as a remote frontier fortress for the Danes. The frontier were frequently under attack by the Swedes in a long power struggle between the countries.
NEW & ADVENTUROUS
Cold War Experience
A close encounter with a real cold war submarine in the Submarine Hall at the impressive Naval Museum in combination with an exciting tour of underground civil defense quarters and railway tunnels.