Korsgatan in Grundsund

Places worth a visit

In Lysekil you'll find plenty of sights that are all worth a trip. Enjoy!

Lysekil

Throughout the ages Lysekil has lived from the sea. The heyday of the herring industry meant work for many people and golden era for some. Lysekil become northern Bohuslän´s biggest fishing village and the first factories soon arose – canneries, salting houses and coopers. Lysekils history as a bathing resort began 1846 when Consul Mollén built the first spa establishment in the town

Rock carvings in Backa

Brastad, Bro and Lyse

The environs of Stångenäset north of Lysekil are a fjord landscape and a lively industrial and agricultural region. Many of the region´s major industries and manor houses are located here. The area is rich in cultural history, and numerous ancient remains are to be found here.There are excellent recreational opportunities in the form of swimming and outdoor activities on Stångenäset. Durin your stay in this varied landscape you will have the opportunity to experience history in churches, castle ruins and burial mounds.

Grundsund

Skaftö – Fiskebäckskil, Rågårdsvik, Stockevik and Östersidan

Situated next to Sweden´s only fjord, Gullmaren, resembles a quaint fairytale island with picturesque villages, abundant nature and numerous outdoor activities, all situated in the middle of the beautiful Bohuslän archipelago. Although only 5 miles long and 3 miles wide, Skaftö offers several nature reserves, walking paths and bike trails, marinas and an 18-hole golf course and Näreby pay and play. For those seeking additional delights, the island presents a number of first-class restaurants, seafood markets, cafés, boutiques and hotel facilities.