OUR ISLAND

ORNÖ

Ornö is the largest island in the southern Stockholm archipelago, approximately 14 kilometres long and 6 kilometres at its widest point. Today, around 300 people live on the island year-round, and Ornö has both a preschool and a school for younger children. From secondary school onwards, students travel by car ferry to school in Dalarö. The island’s largest employer is our sister company, Ornö Sjötrafik AB, which operates the ferry service between Ornö and Dalarö and currently employs around fifteen people.

During the summer, the population increases considerably as Ornö is home to a large number of holiday homes. However, the island remains less developed for tourism than many other islands in the archipelago. Large parts of Ornö are protected nature reserves, helping to preserve its unspoilt character and creating wonderful opportunities to experience nature at its best.

The island’s extensive natural landscapes invite you to enjoy boating, swimming, fishing, forest walks and hiking. Ornö is also known for its excellent mushroom grounds, where you can discover plenty of seasonal treasures. The wildlife is rich and varied, with moose, roe deer, fallow deer, foxes, beavers, mink, wild boar, seals, white-tailed sea eagles, cranes and many other bird species all calling the island and its surrounding waters home.

Ornö is also home to no fewer than nine freshwater lakes, many of which can be reached on foot or by bicycle.

During the summer, you can also take the Nord/Sydlinjen boat service and explore other islands throughout the Stockholm archipelago.

SIGHTS AND ATTRACTIONS

On the eastern side of the island, by Kyrkviken, you’ll find Ornö Church, a local heritage museum, Kyrkviken Bar & Bistro, the library, Gittan’s Grill & Café, Ornö Bread Shop and a petrol station. There is also a small convenience shop next to the restaurant, open during the summer and to some extent throughout the rest of the year. On certain weekends, local markets and other activities take place here. The island’s Sea Rescue Station is also based in Kyrkviken.

Ornö Church is well worth a visit. This charming white wooden church dates back to the 1880s and often hosts concerts and other events during the summer. The church is also a popular gathering place for both locals and visitors.