From Gothenburg: Marstrand Christmas Market Sailing Trip
ID: GYG1470747-2245502
Category:
Country: Sweden
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Sail from Gothenburg to Marstrand and explore the Christmas Market. Enjoy a winter sailing trip through the archipelago with lunch on board, then browse the market stalls and explore the island.
Meet at Stenpiren in central Gothenburg and leave the city behind as you sail north toward Marstrand. Wrap up warm, enjoy the crisp sea air, and watch the archipelago pass by from the deck. Depending on the weather, see the islands at their quietest and most atmospheric, with rocky shores, small fishing communities, and the open sea stretching toward the horizon.
During the journey, enjoy lunch, coffee, and traditional Swedish fika onboard. Arrive in Marstrand at approximately 1:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to explore the Christmas Market and the island.
For one weekend each year, Marstrand is transformed into a cozy Christmas destination filled with lights, Christmas music, local crafts, delicacies, handmade gifts, and the smells of glögg, freshly baked treats, and traditional Christmas food.
Take your time browsing the market stalls, pick up unique Christmas gifts, and sample some of the flavors of a Swedish Christmas. Explore the atmospheric old streets of Marstrand, walk along the waterfront, and take in the historic wooden houses and harbor.
For those who want to explore further, walk up to Carlsten Fortress, dramatically positioned above the town, or follow one of the island's coastal paths for views across the winter sea. Finish the afternoon with a coffee, a drink, or an early dinner before deciding whether to head back to Gothenburg or stay overnight.
Highlights
- Sail from Gothenburg to Marstrand and explore the Christmas Market
- Enjoy a winter sailing trip through the archipelago with lunch on board
- Browse the market stalls and sample the flavors of a Swedish Christmas
- Explore the old streets of Marstrand and walk along the waterfront
- Get recommendations for Carlsten Fortress and other sights to explore
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Christmas Market only takes place once a year, and the sailing is limited to the market dates.
Maximum 8 guests per sailing
INCLUDED
- Winter sailing from central Gothenburg to Marstrand
- Lunch served on board
- Coffee & traditional Swedish fika
- Admission to the Christmas Market
- Recommendations for Carlsten Fortress and other sights
- Recommendations for restaurants, cafés and local experiences
- Hotel recommendations if you'd like to stay overnight
NOT INCLUDED
- Overnight hotel
- Easy return options to Gothenburg by public transport
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.