Jomala is a historic village, and it serves as the center of the Jomala Municipality. It is located on the main island of the Åland Islands. The village is often called Jomala kyrkby, or Jomala church village, so it should not be confused with the larger municipality. The village is defined by its magnificent medieval…
Önningeby is a village located in the municipality of Jomala on the main island of the Åland Islands. This small village, with a population of just over 200 inhabitants, holds a significant place in Nordic art history. It is most famous for being the site of the Önningeby artists’ colony, a vibrant group of painters…
Långbergen is a nature and hiking area located in the municipality of Saltvik, on the main island of the Åland Islands. It is situated in the northern part of the main island, Fasta Åland. The area consists of a series of low but rugged bedrock hills. The name Långbergen translates from Swedish to “The Long…
Ingbyberget is a prominent hill located in the municipality of Jomala, on Fasta Åland (Mainland Åland). The Åland Islands are an autonomous region of Finland, situated in the Baltic Sea between Sweden and Finland. Ingbyberget stands at an elevation of approximately 71 meters (233 feet) above sea level. It is known for its scenic views…
Mariehamn is the capital of the Åland Islands, an autonomous, demilitarized, and Swedish-speaking region of Finland. The town is located on a narrow peninsula on the main island of the archipelago, Fasta Åland. It is defined by its two harbors, one on the eastern shore and one on the western shore, which has made it…
Pålsböle is a village in Finström Municipality on the Åland Islands. It is the church village of the former Finström Parish. The church is today a part of Finström-Geta Congregation. The village is home to around 120 inhabitants and lies just 4 kilometers west of the commercial center in Godby. A Short History of Pålsböle…
One of the most prominent buildings in Mariehamn is the library, which is near the center and next to the bus station. I spent a lot of time in my youth in the blue building and I have many fond memories of it. The Mariehamn City Libray is a place I’d recommend to both locals…
Torget is in many ways the central point of Mariehamn, the main city of the Åland Islands. This is the main square of the city, with places such as the town hall and parliament building Självstyrelsegården as neighbors. The square marks the beginning (or the end) of the commercial street Torggatan. On normal days this…
Esplanaden is a narrow green oasis in the town of Mariehamn on the Åland Islands. In English, this is the Esplanade, a pedestrian promenade through the town. This gravel path is framed by linden trees and connects the western harbor with the eastern harbor. At its center is the Church of Saint George and if…
Nabben Beach is one of the largest public beaches on the Åland Islands. It is on the northeastern outskirts of the city of Mariehamn, the main city of the islands. It lies at the innermost point of the bay of Slemmern. Nabben Beach Nabben Beach is a sandy beach with shallow waters, making it possible…
Miramarparken is a centrally located park in the city of Mariehamn, the main city on the Åland Islands. The park lies along the eastern coast of the city and is commonly used for local events. It neighbors both the Mariehamn Public Library and the Alandica Culture and Congress. Within the park, you will find a…
Maxinge is a shopping center in the village of Sviby in Jomala Municipality. It is just north of Mariehamn, the main city of the Åland Islands. It is one of the main commercial centers on the island and has shops such as the grocery store Sparhallen, the island’s only H&M, and a lot more. Maxinge…