Discover the Maritime Heritage at Holmön Boat Museum
Explore Sweden's maritime history at the Holmön Boat Museum, where traditional boats and local stories come to life on beautiful Holmön island.
Holmön Boat Museum invites tourists to explore Sweden's rich maritime history, showcasing an extensive collection of traditional boats and maritime artifacts. Located on the picturesque Holmön island, this museum offers a unique glimpse into the region's seafaring past and the stories of those who navigated its waters.
A brief summary to Holmön Boat Museum
- Holmöns Båtmuseum, Holmön, 918 03, SE
- +46761033345
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9 am-5 pm
- Friday 9 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 11 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Check the museum's operating hours before visiting, as they vary throughout the week.
- Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the surrounding natural beauty of Holmön island after your museum visit.
- Consider visiting during one of the special events for a more immersive experience.
Getting There
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Car
From Umeå, take the E4 highway northbound. After approximately 30 km, take exit 34 towards Holmsund. Follow the signs to Holmsund and continue until you reach the harbor. Here, you can park your car at the designated parking area near the ferry terminal. The ferry to Holmön departs from here, and the ticket costs approximately 60 SEK for a round trip. The ferry ride takes about 30 minutes. Once you arrive at Holmön, follow the signs to Holmön Boat Museum, which is located approximately 1 km from the ferry dock.
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Public Transportation
If you prefer to use public transportation, take a bus from Umeå to Holmsund. Buses leave frequently from the central bus station. Once you arrive in Holmsund, walk to the ferry terminal (about 15 minutes on foot). Take the ferry to Holmön, which costs around 60 SEK for a round trip. Upon reaching Holmön, follow the signs to the Holmön Boat Museum, located about 1 km from the ferry landing.
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