Lake Malaren
Lake Malaren
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mike1938c
Houston, TX5 contributions
Jun 2013 • Solo
Birka was one of the few known towns or cities of the Vikings and is on a beautiful island in Lake Malaren. The Vikings traded with much of Eurasia. Recreated Viking vessels and a town built according to experimental archaeologists, in the traditional forms, and with traditional tools is splendid -- as is the museum The boat trip from Stockholm and return takes most of a summer day. One of the best, among the many wonderful things, I experienced in Sweden.
Written 28 January 2014
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globtrotteuse
France160,927 contributions
Jul 2021
Vast lake with over 1,000 islands, scenic views, lush hiking trails & sandy beaches.
Should not be missed.
Should not be missed.
Written 8 August 2021
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Harjit G
Chicago, IL97 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
If you can bear the freezing temperatures, highly recommend the Winter Tour by Boat. We did the one and half hour tour (ample as my toes felt they had frostbite) which takes on a lovely cruise around the surrounding archipelagos. Wrap-up warm but there is a 3-hour tour (book in advanced) if you feel brave. Hot food and drinks served too (you can also book as part of your ticket price).
Written 28 February 2018
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RogerKitty
Swansea, UK286 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
We were staying in Stockholm and did the great boat trip called Under the Bridges of Stockholm which takes you from the Baltic through lock gates and into Lake Malaren. The lake is considerably larger than the part we saw on this trip but what we did see from the boat was very interesting as the tour had a running commentary regarding the architectural and natural features on the lakeside. The circular tour shows a large area of Stockholm and features suburban areas off the beaten track as well as the more well known areas.
Written 5 September 2014
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502Maria
Cascais, Portugal97 contributions
Aug 2013 • Couples
We liked the trip to Drottningholm and the stroll in the gardens. The Chinese Pavillion and the Palace are quite normal, although nice, if you have already been to the German, Austrian and Portuguese palaces. There was an opera by Mozart at the theatre but we didn't go, we hadn't known about it. The weather was a problem as one time the sun was shining the other it was raining a lot. Nevertheless the banks of the lake are very nice and luxuriant and you can see the people enjoying the water and sports. It's worth having this boatride.
Written 16 August 2013
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Llandyssil UK41 contributions
Oct 2012 • Friends
Saw this and the surrounding islands on a boat trip.
Such an interesting way of seeing the area. There appeared to be no pollution, no obnoxious smells, just fresh air ! A wonderful place.
Such an interesting way of seeing the area. There appeared to be no pollution, no obnoxious smells, just fresh air ! A wonderful place.
Written 10 October 2012
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Theprettyawkwards
Tullinge, Sweden136 contributions
Aug 2011 • Family
Mälaren is the third biggest lake in Sweden. This one leads to the ocean. Its beautiful, depending, of course, where you go!
Written 27 January 2012
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Maria L
Williamston, NC27 contributions
Jul 2011 • Friends
Lake Malaren is one of the things that makes Stockholm such a beautiful city. It was lovely and clean. I enjoyed seeing the natives out making the most of it.
Written 30 August 2011
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dhs9909
Bern, Switzerland475 contributions
Aug 2020
Lake Malaren is a huge lake that connects Stockholm and other cities. It is wonderful for a day tour on one of the many boats
Written 14 September 2020
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prguru2015
Salford, UK551 contributions
Feb 2020
We took one of the many excellent boat trips and were really impressed by the knowledge of the guide on board.
Written 15 April 2020
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good Morning, what boat-trip did you take since you mention going through the lock. I don't see that on any of the tours I have been checking and really would like to go through the lock. Thank you very much
Written 9 September 2018
You need the Bridges Cruise for that one I believe. Jandy
Written 10 September 2018
Ciao a tutti,
qualcuno mi potrebbe dire il costo del giro di tre ore sul Lake Mälaren, dove si possono prendere i biglietti e dove si prende il battello per favore?
Inoltre secondo voi vale la pena visistare anche l'interno del Pallazzo Drottningholm? o meglio vedere solo i giardini?
Grazie in ogni caso!
Written 6 August 2018
Hi, we're planning a visit to Lake Malaren this summer and would appreciate any info you can offer re transportation.
Important questions: (1) Is there any kind of ferry service or bus/train service that links the towns together? (2) Is the lake water warm enough for children to swim in in late June or early July? (3) Is it possible to rent a house (we have 4 adults, 2 children)? We've tried AirB&B and cannot find many options? Is there a good website to use to find accommodations (other than a hotel).
Written 6 January 2018
(1) Yes, ferry service runs but check to make sure it connects the points you want
(2) Not really, the water is cold (Northern Europe is like that) but locals and other Northern Europeans can brave the temps
(3) We went the hotel route so no help from us here
Written 7 January 2018
pls recommend kids friendly hotels with good views of the lake.
Written 25 October 2016
Malardrotningen Hotel /Yacht would be fun for kids, although cabins are small and you would need multiple cabins if you have more than two people in your party.
Written 2 November 2016
Hei, har lørdag til søndag formiddag til disposisjon før hjemreise fra Arlanda flyplass på kvelden.
Hvordan kan jeg best utnytte en båttur på Lake Malaren innen dette tidsrommet?
Noen gode forslag for overnatting i forbindelse med denne turen?
Written 13 September 2016
Are there inland tours on this lake and how far is it to the end of the lake ?
Are there any places worth visiting along the shores inland as castles or villages ?
Boat rentals ?
Winter sports ?
Written 16 December 2015
Lake Mälaren is part of Stockholm but parts of the lake are far from Stockholm such as the Krusenberg Herrgård housing which is closer to Uppsala than to Stockholm (aprox. 1 hour by car). I stayed at this property during september and the weather was warm enough to enjoy a swedish sauna at 10 p.m. including a short swimbath on the lake accompanied by the moon light!
During winter time I was said that this part of the lake remains frozen.
Written 18 December 2015
How would I get there (Lake Malaren) from Stockholm?
Written 28 February 2015
Hi Jenny,
Boat trips leave from central Stockholm. We got the Under the Bridges of Stockholm boat tour from Nybrohamnen. It's a convenient place to get the boat as there is a cafe opposite on Strandvagen where you can take refreshments while you wait for the departure time.
Roger.
Written 1 March 2015
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