Ödkarby: Bomärket Museum and Windmill

Ödkarby: Ownership Marks and Windmill

Ödkarby brings together two distinct cultural and historical attractions: the Bomärket Museum and a windmill standing right next to it. The museum is dedicated to Ålandic ownership marks; the mill dates from 1801 and has been preserved in its original condition. A collection with a clear thematic focus and a historic building stand side by side here.

At the Bomärket Museum, visitors can see around 1,000 objects related to Ålandic ownership marks and learn more about their history. Those interested in regional culture and in exploring tangible objects will find a clear point of focus here. The collection traces the history of ownership marks, while the windmill offers a different perspective on Ödkarby’s cultural heritage.

The Bomärket Museum is open by appointment. Contact the museum in advance to arrange your visit. If you are considering a holiday apartment in Ödkarby for a culture-and-history-focused stay, arrange your visit early as part of your trip planning and take the agreed appointment into account when choosing your travel dates.

Saltvik: History and Activities

Saltvik offers other historical and seasonal attractions. Saltvik Church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and stands on a site where archaeological finds dating back to the Viking Age have been made. In Kvarnbo, the church bears traces of numerous renovations. Its dedication, the finds at the site, and the visible alterations to the building offer different perspectives on Saltvik’s history. Unlike the windmill in Ödkarby, which has been preserved in its original condition, the church in Kvarnbo bears traces of numerous renovations.

The Viking village is located in Kvarnbo, Saltvik. The Saltvik Viking Market takes place on the last weekend in July. Its program includes Viking-style music, weapon games, combat training, and demonstrations by craftspeople at work. If you would like to include the market in your trip plans, check the program for the relevant year.

Hiking and swimming are also available in Saltvik, though in different forms: a marked hiking trail with information boards leads to the Borge fortress site. Folkhälsan holds swimming lessons every summer at Västerviken beach. Check the current arrangements for the lessons before planning your travel dates around them.

The dates provide practical guidance for planning your holiday: visits to the museum in Ödkarby are by appointment, the market in Saltvik takes place on the last weekend in July, and the swimming lessons are held in summer. If you are also planning to visit Saltvik, check the latest program information and plan your travel dates around the activities that interest you most.

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