Hiking Day is an initiative launched by the Swedish Tourist Association (STF).
Hiking is one of the most accessible, healthy, and enjoyable things you can do! With Hiking Day, we want to encourage you to explore your local area and treat yourself to a refreshing moment outdoors. Hiking Day is a celebration of one of our favorite things – stepping out onto the trails.
Join us for a seaweed walk along the shores of Vrångö with seaweed diver and food creator Karolina Martinson, or set out on an adventure to Tistlarna – the lighthouse island far out in the archipelago south of Vrångö.
Join a seaweed walk along the shores of Vrångö with Karolina Martinson. During this two-hour guided walk, you’ll learn more about the shoreline’s pantry and the hidden treasures beneath the surface. Karolina will show you how to harvest seaweed sustainably without disturbing the ecosystem and share tips on how to use seaweed and coastal herbs in your own cooking. The walk also includes a simple seaweed-inspired fika with tasty samples.
Saturday, September 13
Location: Vrångö
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Price: Adults 500 SEK
Children (ages 7–15) 250 SEK
Join us for an archipelago tour from Vrångö to the lighthouse station and island group of Tistlarna, located at the edge of the sea. Mattias, our own Vrångö skipper and fisherman, will take you on a boat trip from Vrångö Harbor to this exciting destination. We’ll enjoy a short hike along well-worn paths to the lighthouse, where Mattias will share stories about the old days at the lighthouse station. Book now to secure your spot — maximum 12 participants. During the boat trip, we’ll also watch for seals basking on the skerries near Tistlarna. A picnic basket is included!
Saturday, September 13
Location: Vrångö
Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Price: Adults 800 SEK
Children (7–15 years) 550 SEK
Children under 7 years join for free
Karolina Martinson is not only a professional seaweed diver but also a sustainability advocate and ambassador for the future of sustainable Blue Economy industries. She is passionate about creating a Swedish food culture where seaweed has a natural place on our plates. Karolina wants to show you how to sustainably harvest and enjoy seaweed and coastal plants, while also sharing insights on how we can relate to the sea and its resources—both now and in the future. A truly unique hiking experience.
Read more about Karolina
Mattias is Vrångö’s very own trap fisherman, working year-round in small-scale fishing. The boat trip with Glitthav offers an authentic experience in the beautiful archipelago around Vrångö, giving you a genuine insight into the fishing and the islands’ history.
Read more about Glittskär