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Västra Götaland

Kungälv

Marstrand Marina – View of Marstrandsön Harbor loop from Marstrand

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Sweden

Västra Götaland

Kungälv

Marstrand Marina – View of Marstrandsön Harbor loop from Marstrand

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Marstrand Marina – View of Marstrandsön Harbor loop from Marstrand

02:01

7.65km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 8, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Includes ferry crossings

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After 66 m for 214 m

After 7.38 km for 214 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.26 km

Narrow Passage in Marstrand Nature Reserve

Highlight • Gorge

A path through a narrow crevice in the rock

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1.28 km

The Eye of the Needle

Highlight • Gorge

Nålsögat (The Eye of the Needle) is the narrowest passage on the trail. Many years ago, smugglers in particular are said to have used the narrowness of the rocks as a hiding place.

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2.54 km

Bridges and Rocky Shoreline at Marstrands Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Here, you cross small bridges between the archipelago. It's a bit wild and romantic. There are also small benches to enjoy the view.

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3.18 km

Rocky coastline at Marstrand Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

A wonderful hike for young and old. A certain degree of surefootedness is required, as some sections involve rocks and stones. The hike is also no problem with a dog.

The ferry to the island departs every few minutes and costs just 80kr per adult round trip.

There are a few nice cafés at the harbor, and you can also find the occasional snack or even a larger meal.

In summer, if you don't mind a bit of cold water, you can also enjoy the cool water and refresh yourself at several swimming spots.

All around, an island worth seeing.

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4.64 km

Marstrand Marina

Highlight • Settlement

There is a short 2 minute ferry crossing over to Marstrand and during the day runs every 15 minutes. It is well worth leaving the car on the other side and taking the ferry as a foot passenger. Well worth exploring for half day or longer.

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5.11 km

Carlsten Fortress

Highlight • Historical Site

The fortress was built to protect the west coast and served for a long time as a notorious prison.

The most famous inmates were the master thief Lasse Maja, who, after five years in prison, worked in the prison kitchen for another 15 years, was pardoned by the king (as the only inmate) for his culinary skills, and appointed royal chef;
and the only woman, Metta Fock, who was presumably imprisoned innocently and eventually executed.

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6.37 km

View of Marstrandsön Harbor

Highlight • Viewpoint

Magnificent view over the harbor of the small town of Marstrandsön.

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7.59 km

Marstrand Ferry

Highlight • Rest Area

One of the ferries is named Lasse Maja, after the island prison's most famous inmate, who became the king's cook after his pardon.

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7.65 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.54 km

1.64 km

1.37 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.24 km

1.33 km

1.12 km

984 m

869 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 11 July

23°C

18°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Comments

June 26, 2025,Marstrand Leuchtturm Ausblick – Wunderschöne Schärenlandschaft Runde von Marstrand

Berni, you had a very nice hike

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August 19, 2024,Marstrand ☺️

Today we had a wonderful trip to Marstrand. The weather was great again! But windy. ❤️

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July 30, 2022,Schweden Marstrand Insel-Runde

Circumnavigation of the island with varied wonderful views of the sea and other islands, good to walk well with sturdy shoes. Don't forget swimming trunks and a towel!
Ferry costs about 4€ per adult

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April 18, 2025,Einmal um die Insel Marstrand

A challenging tour. The trails are generally well-paved.

Avoid in rainy weather.

The island has several swimming spots.

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June 12, 2024,Marstrandsön & Carlstens Fästning

Our destination today was Marstrandsön. We took the ferry from Marstrand to the small car-free island. First we looked at the mighty Carlsten Fortress, which sits on the summit. Originally built as a defensive structure and also used as a prison for penal labour, it now serves as a museum, hotel and event venue. You can explore the prisoners' cells, …

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June 12, 2024,Marstrandsön und Carlstens Fästning

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August 31, 2024,Über Stock und Stein auf Marstrand

On the way in the archipelago north of Gothenburg.
Without hiking boots, the tour over the rocks was a little difficult. However, we enjoyed the good weather and the great landscape to the fullest!

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June 19, 2023,Einmal rund um Marstrand - Schärenfeeling vom Feinsten

After yesterday's drizzly day, another sunny tour through this incredibly beautiful landscape - before the big rush of summer guests from next week...

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Marstrand Marina – View of Marstrandsön Harbor loop from Marstrand

Narrow Passage in Marstrand Nature Reserve

The Eye of the Needle

Bridges and Rocky Shoreline at Marstrands Nature Reserve

Rocky coastline at Marstrand Nature Reserve

Marstrand Marina

Carlsten Fortress

View of Marstrandsön Harbor

Marstrand Ferry

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