A coastal town 60km south of Stockholm with active fishing harbor and ferry terminal. Known for its 19th-century spa history and paved waterfront walking paths.
Nynäshamn, a coastal town 60 kilometers south of Stockholm, welcomes visitors with its working harbor and local food scene. You can taste craft beers at the steam brewery housed in an old power plant, watch fishing boats unload their catch at the smokery, or take a ferry to explore the islands of the Swedish archipelago. The town served as the sailing venue for the 1912 Olympics and maintains its maritime character today through its deep-water port and coastal walking paths.
Getting to Nynäshamn
Trains run from Stockholm Central Station to Nynäshamn every 30 minutes, with the journey taking 55 minutes. You can drive from Stockholm in about an hour. When cruise ships arrive, passengers walk directly into town via the SeaWalk floating pier. Look for the blue line painted on pavements - it guides you from the harbor to the town center. Local buses connect residential areas with the center and harbor.
Local Food Producers
At Nynäshamns Ångbryggeri, set in a converted power plant, you can join daily brewery tours to see how they make their 800,000 liters of annual craft beer production. Book tours in advance through their website to taste their signature Bedarö Bitter. The family-run Nynäs Rökeri & Fiskhall smokes fresh salmon daily, and you can watch the smoking process while waiting for your order. At Gårdsmejeriet Sanda dairy farm, you can buy 14 different cheeses made on-site, including their interpretations of brie and blue cheese, paired with locally made flower-based jams.
Harbor and Maritime Activities
From May to September, you'll see fishing boats, sailing vessels, and ferries moving through the harbor. Regular ferries depart to Gotland, Gdańsk, and other Baltic ports - check the terminal's electronic boards for daily schedules. Walk along the waterfront paths to find cafes with harbor views. On selected summer weekends, a restored steam train runs between Stockholm and Nynäshamn - check the Railway Museum's website for exact dates.
Exploring the Surroundings
Walk the marked trails through pine forests in Käringboda Nature Reserve, or watch surfers catch waves at Torö Stenstrand beach. Waxholmsbolaget runs daily boats in summer to the islands of Nåttarö, Rånö, and Ålö. Each island has marked walking paths and designated swimming areas - pick up a free trail map at the harbor terminal. Families with young children often prefer Nickstabadet beach, located in a calm bay with shallow water.
Around Town
The Railway Museum tells the story of the town's rail connection since 1901 through its collection of steam engines and photographs. Climb the Trehörningen Water Tower for views across the harbor - it rises 9 meters above the town's highest point. Stop by Ludde's Cottage, built in 1719, to see one of the town's oldest remaining buildings.
