Destination Öckerö - Gothenburg's archipelago
A stone's throw north of Gothenburg you will find the ten islands that make up the municipality of Öckerö. Havskatten is on Hönö.
Foto: Öckerö kommun
On Hönö you can experience the changing seasons all year round. Everything is within easy reach - salty swims, sun-warmed rocks, Ersdalens nature reserve and lovely day trips at sea.
There are many places to explore on our ten islands and several activities to do while visiting us. Here at Havskatten we’ve gathered some tips that we think you should try, see below.
Welcome to Gothenburg's northern archipelago. Havskatten offers a fantastic location with the sea as its nearest neighbor - all year round. You can stay here whenever you want - as long as you want - all year round.
Our tips
Play Boule
Fun activity where everyone can join in! The boules course is right outside Havskatten. We have a simple boules set that you can borrow.
Bouldering
Hönö Röds cliffs in the Ersdalen nature reserve area, are said to be a world-class bouldering site. The exciting granite cliffs attract many free-climbers for a memorable experience with a fantastic view of Kattegat/Skagerrak. Climbing season is all year round. There are plenty of nice sunny places for climbing even in the middle of winter. You will also find about four hundred "problems “ in this area. Keep in mind that Ersdalen is a nature reserve, so please be considerate towards birds and wildlife.
More info can be found on the Gothenburg Bouldering Online (GBO)’s website.
Foto: Hampus Samuelsson
Rich bird life
The bird life on the islands is noticeable in the nature reserves and around the shallow coves. In Ersdalens nature reserve area there is a hide that attracts many ornithologists.
Seaside shopping
Shop next to the waterfront! The shopping area in Hönö Klåva is right by the port and has a wide range of boutiques. There are also cozy cafés, lunch places and restaurants.
