STOCKHOLM NEIGHBOURHOODS: Lidingö

According to legend, it was in Lidingö that the Vikings would gather before setting sail to the East. Now, it's an oasis of calm and natural beauty. Come and check out this beautiful island very close to town with lots of nature activities, areas with old-style Swedish houses and outdoor possibilities all year round.

THINGS TO SEE & DO

Millesgården

Carl Milles was one of Sweden's most famous sculptors. Visit his home, the sculpture garden and museum on a georgeous autumn day or/and the changing exhibitions. Really beautiful all year around. Spoil yourself after a day of culture with a nice lunch or fika in the restaurant. An oasis open all year round and only 20 minutes from Stockholm city.

Address: Herserudsvägen 32, 181 50 Lidingö (map)
Contact Details: 08-446 75 90, info@millesgarden.se
Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 11-17
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Elfviks Gård

Situated on the northeastern tip of Lidingö, right where Stockholm's archipelago begins, this vibrant farm has been owned by the city of Lidingö since 1946 and is part of the Långängen-Elfvik nature reserve. There are often artistic or cultural activities - check their programme. For the little ones there are chickens, rabbits and sheep to see and a bistro shop, where you can buy lamb sausages and sheepskin rugs. In the traditional café, you usually have the choice of 3 locally produced dishes and fika.

Address: Elfviks Uddväg 12, 181 90 Lidingö (map)
Contact Details: 0701-900 147, info@elfviksgard.nu
Opening Hours: Wed - Sun 11-16
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Fågelöuddebadet (Summer)

A tip for next summer: Fågelöudde is a nice beach on Lidingö, with a 5-meter high diving platform. During high season, the little shop is open where you can get ice cream or the usual warm snacks like fries and hamburgers. Even better - bring your own picnic and barbeque. Parking available or take bus 204 from Ropsten.

Address: 181 90 Lidingö (map)
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Ekholmsnäsbacken (Winter)

Who would have thought that you could find a little hill to ski on in Lidingö? You can even rent skis here. It’s especially good for little ones to make their first steps on skis. There are 2 lifts, one halfway for children or beginners and one to the top, which can feel really steep for inexperienced skiers. Warm yourself up in the little café afterwards.

Address: Ekholmsnäsvägen 87, 181 41 Lidingö (map)
Contact Details: info@ekholmsnasbacken.se
Opening Hours: Look online for opening hours in the season, used to be open on the weekends but not every weekday.
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Insider Tip for Cross-country skiing and ice-skating (in a rink or on the frozen sea/lake): One of the fantastic things about Lidingö is that it is so close to the city but feels really out in nature. There are several areas where you can find cross-country trails or ploughed areas to ice-skate - click here for more details.

PLACES TO EAT & DRINK

Vattenverket

Vattenverket is a lovely café with its own bakery where you can have breakfast, lunch or fika. It's located in a nature reserve at Kottla lake. The walk around the lake is beautiful all year round. Lots of space outside next to the water or feel cosy inside. In summer, you can even rent a SUP or just refresh yourself swimming in the lake. In winter, when the lake is frozen, you can skate over the lake or use your cross country skis and treat yourself to a nice hot chocolate at the end.

Address: Insjöhagsvägen 14, 181 65 Lidingö (map)
Contact Details: 08 - 766 09 29, info@vattenverket.se
Opening Hours: Every day from 8.00-17.00
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Langängens Gård

Långägnens gård is beautifully located in the middle of the nature reserve, a perfect stopping-off point after a long walk or just come for lunch or fika. Långängens gård is very charming and has this special typical Swedish flair. Before Christmas, you can book the traditional Julbord.

Address: Långängens Gård, 181 41 Lidingö (map)
Contact Details: 0495 743 009, restaurang@langangensgard.se
Opening Hours: Wed to Sun 11:00 – 16:00 (kitchen closes 15:00)
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450 Gradi

Here you can get one of the best pizzas in Stockholm. Not to mention the divine Nutella-pizza for desert! In summer, you can sit right by the water. Please note, you cant reserve a table here.

Address: Periskopvägen 19, 181 55 Lidingö (map)
Contact Details: 08-766 64 60, email here.
Opening Hours: Wed-Fri 16:00-21:00, Sat 12:00-21:00, Sun 12:00-20:00
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Keane Brewing

I haven’t been here myself, but why not book a tasting of locally produced beer? They have guided tours too! An independent 'Irish' craft brewery, experimenting with different ingredients and flavours.

Address: Agavägen 40, 181 39 Lidingö (map)
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