Hamburgsund between rocks, strait and culture

Hamburgsund combines a distinctive coastal landscape with history, bathing spots and experiences for a variety of holiday days. Bare rocks, bathing coves and green areas suitable for hiking shape the area. At the same time, the strait opens up views of the connection between Hamburgsund and Hamburgö: a sea-filled rift valley separates the mainland from Hamburgö.

This variety provides a helpful starting point when choosing a holiday apartment or holiday home. You can consider Hamburgsund as a base for days by the water, hikes, culture and shared family experiences, and then decide which focuses suit your trip. Those who want to combine different activities will find both opportunities for short excursions and longer outings in the area and its surroundings.

Between the Strait, Ferry and Hiking Trails

The Hamburgsundsleden ferry connection runs between Hamburgsund and Hamburgö in northern Bohuslän. The ferry route is 130 metres long, and the crossing takes three minutes. A hiking route on Hamburgö leads from the ferry landing via Vänd igen and the so-called Elefantstigen to Sandvik. Elefantstigen is gravelled and, according to the description, can also be used by wheelchair users. This makes it possible to take different interests into account when planning the day, without combining the ferry connection or the trails into one single fixed tour.

The Bergaleden hiking trail also shows another side of the landscape. It follows paths and old roads around Hagberget and offers views of the strait between Hamburgö and the mainland. A day trip starting in Hamburgsund also leads through the strait between Hamburgsund and Hamburgö by kayak. This allows you to choose between a hike with views and an activity on the water.

Bathing Spots for Relaxed Family Days

Norra Ejde Pluret is a municipal bathing spot in Hamburgsund with sand, a bathing jetty, parking and a toilet, and is suitable for children. On Hamburgö, Boviken is another municipal bathing spot. It has sand, a bathing jetty, a diving tower and a toilet; Boviken is also suitable for children. These two locations provide specific points of reference when bathing and excursions with children are important considerations when looking for accommodation. The facilities at the bathing spots remain clearly distinguished from one another.

Another family-oriented detail is the Nolhôtten play ship at Hjalmars Kaj. It commemorates the boatman Stellan Johansson and his Nolhôtten. For a quieter or more culture-focused day, this memorial site can be combined with Hamburgsund’s historical traces.

Wooden Church, Customs Station and Vibrant Culture

Hamburgsund was already mentioned as a customs station in 1585. A considerable number of the older residential buildings and boathouses around the strait have also been preserved. Hamburgsund kyrka is a wooden church that was inaugurated in 1915. Its nave has a tower in the southwest and a pentagonal chancel in the northeast. These details also make the church interesting for visitors who are interested in architectural forms and the history of the area.

The culture extends to special venues. Scen på Bônn is an open-air stage in an old quarry for music, entertainment and theatre. Children’s theatre weeks have already been held there. The Scen på Bônn association has been responsible for the venue since spring 2010 and aims to offer events and activities there all year round, with a focus on the summer half of the year. Hornbore Ting takes place every summer at the Hornborg castle ruins as a Viking festival with an accompanying market. Along the sheltered strait, there were several train-oil production facilities during the herring period of the 18th century.

When looking for a holiday apartment in Hamburgsund, you can therefore choose between experiences on the water, hiking trails, bathing spots and culture without committing yourself to just one type of holiday. For further orientation, Heestrand and Ytterby as well as Tänum, Tanumshede, Fjällbacka, Rabbalshede, Flötenmarksen and Havstenssund are also available to you.

For the higher-level travel overview: Tanum.