Is this your first winter as a boat owner? Then a question arises that you've never had to ask before: where and how should the boat spend the winter? The choice affects not only how the boat fares during the cold months, but also how smoothly the new season gets under way. In Stockholm, several options are available, from traditional haul-out and storage on land to leaving the boat in the water. This guide explains what distinguishes the different options, what affects the price, and what you should think about before the boat is put away for the season.
The Stockholm archipelago demands thorough preparation. With 30,000 islands, dense nature reserves and weather that can turn quickly, there is a real difference between having the right information and guessing. The apps listed here are used by experienced boat owners in Swedish waters and meet genuine needs, from finding a pump-out station in the Furusund fairway to double-checking the wind forecast before rounding Landsort.
Should you keep your boat at a boat club or a marina? It's one of the first questions many boat owners ask themselves, and there's no obvious answer. Both options have their advantages, but they suit different boating lifestyles. This guide helps you understand the differences so you can make the right choice from the start.
The Stockholm archipelago is one of Europe’s most spectacular sailing destinations. Thirty thousand islands, islets and skerries offer everything from lively guest harbours and waterfront restaurants to secluded natural anchorages where you can moor in complete peace. This guide shares our best tips for destinations and routes if you are setting out from Gåshaga Marina on Lidingö or Svinninge Marina in Åkersberga.
The Stockholm archipelago attracts more and more boat owners every year, and it shows. Finding the right berth in Stockholm can take time, and many people underestimate just how many options are actually available. This guide will help you understand some of the alternatives, so you can find the marina that best suits both your boat and the way you use it.
Every year, numerous Dutch sailors head for the Baltic Sea and Sweden, either for the summer season or for longer periods. Why this new sailing area? Which route do they take? In Sweden, which marina do they choose for their boat? Paul, Hans, Éric, and Ralf… in this article, several Port Adhoc boaters who made the journey from the Netherlands to Sweden with their boats share their experiences. Are you ready to discover their stories and tips?
More and more owners of motorboats or sailing yachts no longer limit themselves to the waters around their home port. In summer in particular, but also throughout the rest of the year, they often choose to broaden their horizons and venture into new cruising areas. In this article, we present several travel plans of Port Adhoc boaters, within our own port network.
The Handicat Foundation has made Svinninge Marina the home port for its inclusive catamaran, dedicated to welcoming people with disabilities. For nearly 20 years, the marina has naturally provided its support. Introducing a project with strong human values, aimed at making boating accessible to all in Sweden.
In Sweden, Svinninge Marina offers boaters premium mooring and storage spaces. In the heart of the Stockholm archipelago, the marina's afloat and ashore berths are perfect for exploring the surrounding area: from the harbour, sailors can follow a variety of navigation routes.
On the Baltic Sea, Sweden is an ideal destination for wintering a boat: sailboats and motorboats can spend several months here in excellent conditions, just a stone's throw from a fantastic sailing area. In some Swedish marinas, boaters will find the perfect solution for wintering in Sweden, either afloat or dry.
