Outdoor in Blekinge is based on short distances and a connected landscape. Archipelago, forest, lakes and coast are linked by trails, waterways and smaller roads, making it easy to move between environments and combine activities throughout the year.
In Blekinge, getting outdoors is straightforward, planning is simple and the pace is easy to adjust.
Hiking, paddling, cycling and boat connections come together in the same landscape, following forests, coastline and waterways. The trails lead straight into the biosphere reserve, making it easy to change activity along the way – from land to water, from movement to pause.
Starting point, direction and pace are adapted to you and the time you have. You can choose a short section or combine several parts over multiple days.
Go directly to the ARK56 map guide
With ARK56, you can plan ahead or let the journey take shape as you go.
In the app (available on the App Store and Google Play) and through downloadable GPX files, you get a clear overview of trails, routes and connections between land and water.
Along the routes, you’ll find accommodation, places to eat and spots to stop and rest, making it easy to adjust your plans when needed.
ARK56 provides structure – without locking the experience in place.
Outdoor experiences in Blekinge are easy to fit together.
Hiking, cycling, paddling and fishing all take place close by, within a connected landscape that makes it simple to move between activities — whatever the season, and at a pace that suits you.
Blekinge offers walking routes for both short outings and longer hikes. Trails pass through coastal areas, woodland and open countryside, and are often easy to reach from towns and places to stay.
Cycling in Blekinge mainly follows quieter roads and clearly marked routes. The landscape suits relaxed cycling, with changing scenery and light traffic along the coast, through rural areas and forest.
The archipelago, lakes and rivers make paddling accessible and varied. Many waters are sheltered, suitable for beginners as well as more experienced paddlers, with easy launch points and places to stop along the way.
Fishing in Blekinge takes place in rivers, lakes and along the coast. You’ll find well-known fishing waters alongside quieter spots for unhurried time close to nature, throughout the year.
Horse riding, golf, birdwatching and other outdoor experiences form part of the same landscape and can be combined easily with other activities.
Outdoor experiences in Blekinge are not limited to summer.
In spring, autumn and winter, the pace is often slower and the trails quieter, offering a different kind of experience with more space and fewer people.
Planning outdoor activities in Blekinge is straightforward.
Trail information, maps and practical details are easy to find, and many places can be reached by public transport, by bike or on foot.
Everything is close by, well connected and easy to navigate.
Choose how you want to get around — and how much time you want to spend outdoors.
