Hasslö: Wine, Cycling Route and Island History

Hasslö in the archipelago

The Karlskrona archipelago stretches westward to Hasslö. The island is part of the Blekinge Archipelago Biosphere Reserve, which was recognized by UNESCO in 2011 for its outstanding and unique natural and cultural values. Hasslö brings together a range of travel interests: archipelago boat services, a cycling route to harbors and swimming spots, wine tastings, historic buildings and fishing history. You can tailor your stay to whether you are primarily looking for an island route, local culture or a wine-focused program.

Getting there by water

Archipelago boat services operate year-round between Handelshamnen and Hasslö on the Hasslöpendeln. A boat trip to Hasslö takes 20 minutes to reach Horn; Garpahamnen on Hasslö follows a few minutes later. These two details answer different questions: year-round service describes the connection, while the times via Horn and Garpahamnen give an idea of the journey. As travel times may vary depending on the connection and season, check the timetable with Blekingetrafiken for your travel date.

Cycling route and island history

Cykelrunda Hasslö is an easy bike ride on country roads. It goes around the island and to its harbors and swimming spots. Hasslö Historierunda, by contrast, focuses on local history: it provides information about older houses, buildings, cultural landmarks and places across the island, each with its own story. The choice therefore depends on what you want to focus on: an easy island ride with stops by the water, or local insights into Hasslö’s places.

Wine tastings and farm history

Stora Horns Vingård Hasslö offers wine tastings with some refreshments and is located on the island’s oldest farm. The farm dates back to the late 18th century. The winery also offers guided vineyard walks, which must be booked in advance. As program details, dates and booking requirements may change, check the winery’s current booking information before planning. This will help you distinguish between a wine tasting and a guided walk when making plans, and account for the required advance booking.

Church and fishing history

Construction of Hasslö Kyrka began in 1889, and the church was inaugurated in 1890. Its façade is made of red brick, and it is designed in the Neo-Gothic style. The choir facing north is an unusual feature. This adds a distinctive architectural detail to the information about its construction date and style.

Hasslö Fiskemuseum presents extensive documentation and an exhibition about the fishing industry, the people and the boats of Hasslö. Its particular focus is on the heyday from 1940 to 1970. This places the subject in context both in terms of the period and the people and boats involved. Check the current opening hours before visiting.

Discover more destinations: Tving, Sturkö, Jämjö, Ebbenäs, Fågelmara, Drottningskär, Nättraby, Lyckeby

For the broader travel overview: Karlskrona.