Sweden Guide
The southeast
Gotland
Rumours about good times on Gotland are rife. Wherever you are in Sweden, one mention of this ancient Baltic island will elicit a typically Swedish sigh followed by an anecdote about what a great place it is. You'll hear that the short summer season is an exciting time to visit; that it's hot, fun and lively. Largely, this is all true: the island has a distinctly youthful feel as young Stockholmers desert the capital for a boisterous summer spent on the beaches. During summer, the island (with a population of 29,000) plays host to some 750,000 tourists; bars, restaurants and campsites are packed, the streets swarm with revellers, and the sands are awash with bodies. It's not everyone's cup of tea: to avoid the hectic summer altogether, come in late May or September when, depending on your bravado, you can still swim.
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