Drop anchor in Karlskrona, a town that was founded in 1680 when Karl XI decided to establish the country's new naval base here. The key to the appointment is the actual planning of the city, which was built according to King Karl XI's will and vision. More than 300 years later the naval base is still here in Karlskrona - the town where old meets new and tradition meets innovation.

“Karlskrona is an exceptionally well preserved example of a European planned naval base, … and of those that remain from this period Karlskrona is the most complete and well preserved.”

The World Heritage Sites Committee, 1998

Activity Packages

We offer RE'14 participants special activity packages to get the chance to explore Blekinge and the famous Naval City Karlskrona, which belongs to the UNESCO World Heritage:

• AP1 - Guided Tour of Karlskrona by Boat and by Walk
• AP2 - Mörrum Fishing Adventure (cancelled)
• AP3 - Eriksberg Wildlife & Nature (cancelled)
• AP4 - Ronneby Spa Park (cancelled)
• AP5 - The Kungsholms Fortress
• AP6 - Old Naval Shipyard & Rope Making
• AP7 - On the Other Side of the Wall
• AP8 - Hole in one

The map below shows the starting points of the activity packages.

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Cancellation Policy

If you by any reason have to cancel your activity package you can do it until August 11th 2014 at a 100 SEK cancellation fee for adults and 30 SEK for children. Cancellations will not be accepted after August 11th 2014 and no refunds can be made.

AP1 - Guided Tour of Karlskrona by Boat and by Walk

Dates: August 23, 24, 30, and 31, 2014

This guided tour starts with a boat tour, with MF Gåsefjärden, were you will discover the beautiful archipelago. During the boat tour you will be served coffee/tea and baguettes. After a 2 hours boat tour the guided tour continues by walk around the World Heritage sites in Karlskrona.

Boat tour 10.00-12.00 and city walk through the World Heritage site 12:00-13:30.

Time: 10:00

Start: Fisktorget, Karlskrona (see map)

Prices: 250 SEK/Adults, 120 SEK/Youths (12-17 years), 50 SEK/Children (0-11 years)

Booking: Make your booking here (credit card required).

AP2 - Mörrum Fishing Adventure

Date: August 30, 2014

Irrespective of how little or how much you fish, we can guarantee that your experiences of the river Mörrum will bring something new to you. It may be that you have never fished here before or that you may wish to find some new hotspots. With some guidance you can probably save yourself thousands of casts. Our experienced guides can offer advice regarding your technique or help you in locating productive swims.

We will go by bus from Karlskrona to the eastern part of the Region Blekinge. In the close surroundings of Karlshamn you will find one of Sweden's most exclusive streaming fishing waters - the river of Mörrum. Fishing experts from all over the world come for a fishing adventure out of the ordinary! Clean air, clean water and amazing catch!

The price includes transfer to & from Mörrum (50 min bus drive each direction), guided introduction by a local fishing guide, lunch at Restaurang Kungsforsen and fishing equipment rental. For more information, visit Kronofiske in Mörrum.

Time: 10:00-16:00

Start: Karlskrona Central railway station (see map)

Price: 1200 SEK/Adults, 600 SEK/Children & Youths (4-17 years), 150 SEK/Children under the age of 4

Booking: (cancelled)

AP3 - Eriksberg Wildlife & Nature

Date: August 30, 2014

At nine square kilometers, Eriksberg is one of the Northern Europe's largest protected areas for wild life. Driving through the gate into Eriksberg Vilt & Natur is like entering a new world. Here, you will meet wildlife on the animals' term, with wild red and fallow deer, European bison, wild boar and moufflon roaming freely together in Scandinavia's biggest safari park.

The tour to Eriksberg Wildlife & Nature will start from Karlskrona Central railway station and after 50 minutes bus journey we will reach Eriksberg. The price includes transfer to & from Eriksberg (50 min bus drive each direction), guided safari of the park and lunch at the exclusive restaurant in the resort area. For more information, visit Eriksberg.

Time: 10:00-16:00

Start: Karlskrona Central railway station (see map)

Price: 750 SEK/Adults, 375 SEK/Children & Youths (4-17 years), 100 SEK/Children under the age of 4

Booking: (cancelled)

AP4 - Ronneby Spa Park

Date: August 31, 2014

Ronneby Spa Park, awarded Sweden's most beautiful and inspiring park 2005. Since the discovery of the fresh water well in 1705 people went on pilgrimages to Ronneby to "drink well", relax and feel good. Today you can see historical buildings which are a reminiscent of the days when Ronneby was one of Northern Europe´s most popular health resorts.

In the park's charming vegetation the scent of nature thrives. Here you can find four kinds of gardens: The Japanese Garden, The Rhododendron Garden, the Rose Garden and The Scented Garden. On Sundays, during summer, you will find one of south Sweden's largest flea markets that offer both local handy craft and antiques. There are several cafés and restaurants that serve local pastry as well as international food.

For families we recommend the Aqua Park - Ronneby Brunnsbad, which offers several slides and pools.

The tour to Ronneby will go by bus and start from Karlskrona Central railway station. It will be a bus journey for 30 minuts, Ronneby is the next city neighbor to Karlskrona. The price includes transfer to & from Ronneby (30 min bus drive each direction) and guide introduction to the park. For more information, visit Ronneby Brunns park and Ronneby.

Time: 10:00-15:00

Start: Karlskrona Central railway station (see map)

Price: 400 SEK/Adults, 200 SEK/Children & Youths (4-17 years), 100 SEK/Children under tha age of 4

Booking: (cancelled)

Guided tours in Karlskrona situated at the military restricted areas

We would like to show you the entire World Heritage site of Karlskrona but some is still at military restricted areas and can only be visited with certified World Heritage guides. The guided tours below can only be reserved by mail or phone to the Tourist Office in Karlskrona:

• Email: visit@karlskrona.se
• Telephone: +46 455 30 34 90
• Web: Karlskrona Tourist Office

NOTE! All visitors must state their full name and passport/id card number and bring a valid ID on the tour!

AP5 - The Kungsholms Fortress

Dates: August 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, and 31, 2014

The Kungsholms Fortress is a part of the World Heritage site of Karlskrona that has been on UNESCOS World Heritage list since 1998. The fortress holds a circular harbor, a botanic park, the military fort museum and much more.

Guided tour by boat of the archipelago and a visit at the Kungsholms Fortress, which has guarded the entrance to the city of Karlskrona since 1680. The tour includes guided tour in the archipelago and guidance at Kungsholms Fortress. There are ice-cream, soft drinks, coffee/tea and pastry for sale on the boat.

Time: 10.00-14.00

Start: Fisktorget, Karlskrona (see map)

Price: 220 SEK/Adults, 100 SEK/Youths (12-17 years), Children under the age of 12 free of charge!

Booking: Can only be booked at Karlskrona Tourist Office (see contact information).

AP6 - Old Naval Shipyard & Rope Making

Date: August 23 and 24, 2014

Visit the Old Naval Shipyard, where you will experience several World Heritage objects, the first dry dock of Sweden, the dry dock of Polhem, Wasashed and the Rope Walk from 1692.

The tour includes a boat trip to the Naval Base and a guided walk at the Old Naval Shipyard with the possibility to take part in a unique performance with our authentic rope makers. The Rope-walk is one of the longest wooden buildings in Sweden. Length, some 300 meters and was necessary for the effective manufacture of lengths of rope.

Time: 14.30-16.30

Start: Fisktorget, Karlskrona (see map)

Price: 210 SEK/Adults, 50 SEK/Youths (12-17 years), Children under the age of 12 free of charge!

Booking: Can only be booked at Karlskrona Tourist Office (see contact information).

AP7 - On the Other Side of the Wall

Date: August 23, 2014

A unique guided tour who takes you to the west side of the Naval Shipyard, and you will visit World Heritage objects such as the "Five finger docks", and the Old Mast Crane (the mast cranes 5th floor = 200 steps). Up there you will enjoy the view over the archipelago and the amazing design. An experience beyond the ordinary!

NOTE! Children under the age of 12 cannot join this tour. The tour includes a guided tour on the other side of the wall.

Time: 13:00-15:00

Start: Port Västerudd, Karlskrona (see map)

Price: 150 SEK/Adults, 50 SEK/Youths (12-17 years)

Booking: Can only be booked at Karlskrona Tourist Office (see contact information).

Sports packages

AP8 - Hole in one

Date: August 23, 24, 29, 30 and 31, 2014

At Almö, 16 kilometers from Karlskrona, you find Carlskrona Golfklubb, just near the water and close to many beaches. Carlskrona GK is Sweden's third oldest club, formed in 1906. The course is situated in a nature reserve and adjacent to Hjortahammar, an old heritage of rich remains from the Early Iron Age. There are plenty of beaches around the island, a couple of them at a comfortable distance from the runway. For more information, download the flyer and visit Carlskrona Golfklubb.

Price: Green fee 350 SEK, Rent equipment 300 SEK

Location: Almö, Nättreby (see map)

Booking: By e-mail to kansli(at)carlskronagk.com or by phone +46 (0)457 35123. Provide date and time when you whish to play.