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Daytime

Uppsala Daytime Escape

A quiet afternoon by the lake, away from the city center.

Best time: noneAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 13:00

    Hammarskogsbadet

    Take bus 108 and get off at the bus stop "Hammarskogs herrgård". Arrive at Hammarskogsbadet as the afternoon light settles over Lake Mälaren. It is a popular spot for ornithologists, so keep an eye out for birds in the reeds.

  2. 13:45

    There are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate context for this area. Pack a snack or drink from central Uppsala before you head to the bus stop, or check the route for nearby options before you arrive.

  3. 14:15

    Hammarskogsbadet

    Walk the local tracks around the recreation area. The terrain is suitable for hiking, and the views of the water are best in the soft afternoon light.

  4. 15:00

    Head back to the "Hammarskogs herrgård" bus stop to catch bus 108 back toward the city.

Local tip

The site is popular among ornithologists. Bring binoculars if you have them, and dress warmly as the lake breeze can be sharp.

Check before you go

  • Bus 108 is the only transport mentioned. Check the schedule for return trips from "Hammarskogs herrgård".

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Uppsala (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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