Öland's nature

Öland's nature

Throughout the year, the landscape of Öland is bursting with life and colour. It starts with the wood anemones in Halltorps Hage nature reserve and continues in early summer on the limestone plains of Stora Alvaret; before culminating in a yellow autumnal glow when the whole island takes on a new appearance.

For nature lovers, Spring and early Summer are considered to be the best time to visit the island, especially the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stora Alvaret – Hundreds of floral species (including the 32 species of orchids) are in bloom, and in the wetlands birds gather in their thousands, enjoying the warmth and the rich insect life. One of the most well-known bird species here is the Crane, which flies all the way from Africa every Spring.

Notes: The months of July and August are the height of the tourist season in Sweden. Please note that outside of these months, many attractions are closed or are open for reduced hours. If you have a specific site or museum that you would like to visit, please contact us to check that it will be open during your visit.