Since the beginning of the 1950’s, Fyrudden has been the centre of the Gryt archipelago. The island has a guest harbour, boat service station, shop and restaurant as well as a chemist, accommodation, locally smoked and fresh fish, ice cream parlour, golf course only
This is the region’s most eastern spur with a lighthouse dating from 1863 and has a long history as a pilot station and fishing village. Guided tours of the lighthouse are available as is accommodation. Tel Nr 0734-32 12 58.
The eastern side of the island of Fångö remains as a monument to the once thriving industrial community of Gruvholmen which was sustained by copper mining between the years 1821-74.
There is a full service marina located here which includes hotel, youth hostel, restaurant as well as service station which is open 24 hours a day. The hotel and youth hostel offer accommodation for 42 people in various rooms, including family rooms. There are also spa facilities at the hotel as well as a sauna, cooling down pool and restaurant.www.grytsvarv.se Tel Nr 0123-128 06
Activities include the rental of kayaks, keel boats and bicycles. Boat charter is also available using an RIB boat which takes 12 people, a water-ski safari including training, Iceland horse riding and massage.
Man has lived on this island since 1543. The island is famous for its well- preserved community where the islanders made their living from seal culling. Nowadays the visitor can enjoy the locally smoked fish, overnight facilities, a bakery, a restaurant and if the weather allows, light refreshments outdoors. The island is very popular with leisure craft. www.harstena.se
Eköns Camping.
This area is classed as a nature reserve and is located at the mouth of Slätbaken. The island is home to a rich and varied bird life and diverse vegetation. Accommodation in the form of cottages and wonderfully situated tenting facilities by the water are also available. The island offers the visitor a small shop, café, mini golf, boat rental, rambling trails and wonderful swimming opportunities. The coastline comprises in part of loose stone which later become cliffs formed by the last ice age and now make wonderful swimming and diving spots.
www.ekonscamping.nu Tel Nr 0123-402 83.
Bokö.
Half of this island is classed as a nature reserve and includes a number of the surrounding islands and islets. It is famous for its meadows and natural beauty. There is a rambling trail, holiday cottages and access to tourist information. The island also has its own small-scale conference facilities. Tel Nr 0123-460 77, 0708-57 23 49.
Activities available on the island include scenic and culture guided tours offering a variety of themes depending upon personal taste.
Camp school for school children
Rental of kayaks and rowing boats.
Boat, fishing and hunting tours
There are 8 x 4-bed cottages with their own kitchen, shower and toilet.