Ferries to Aland

The Aland Islands are a fantastic tourist destination made up of 6,500 islands. The Islands belong to Finland, but the language spoken is Swedish, and you will find an intriguing blend of Swedish, Finnish and Russian cultures. The islands are a particular favourite for all Scandinavians.

Aland is naturally famous for its natural beauty and is a mecca for sports enthusiasts of all kinds. Aland is an excellent destination for golf, fishing, canoeing and bicycling.

Aland has over 100 restaurants and cafes. The local newspaper estimates that there are 53 places to eat in Mariehamn alone.

Aland's 6,500 islands are an extremely popular tourist destination for all Scandinavians, and rightly so. With so many ferry connections to Finland, Sweden and Estonia, the spectacular Aland Islands should be part of any North European holiday.

Visit the museum ship the Pommern, which is a ship restored to its original state and reminds visitors of the great fleet of sailing ships that once had Mariehamn as their home port. On board, you will discover what life was like for sailors in the 1900s when sailors had to share their ship with pigs, sheep, dogs, cats, and, of course, rats.