Scenic One-Day Drive from Stockholm to Karlskrona with Top Stops in August

Day 1: Scenic Coastal Drive

Stockholm to Karlskrona, Sweden on August 15, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Vete-Katten, Stockholm

Enjoy a traditional Swedish breakfast with freshly baked pastries and excellent coffee at this renowned bakery open from 7am, perfect to fuel up before the drive.

SEK120, 0h45m

8:30am

Drive to Nyköping

Depart Stockholm and take the E4 southbound, then detour west towards Nyköping to experience beautiful coastal landscapes and charming small-town ambiance.

Fuel cost approx. SEK300, 1h30m

10:00am

Nyköping Coastal Walk and Visit to Nyköpingshus Castle

Explore Nyköping’s lovely harbor area and visit the medieval castle ruins, learning about its rich history nestled by the sea. Castle open from 10am.

SEK70, 1h

11:15am

Drive towards Kalmar via coastal route

Resume driving south through picturesque coastal roads heading to Kalmar, offering stunning views over the Baltic Sea and archipelago.

Fuel cost approx. SEK250, 1h40m

1:00pm

Lunch at Restaurang Sjöboden, Kalmar

Dine on fresh seafood specialties at this harbor-front restaurant open from 12pm, highly praised for its local ingredients and scenic view.

SEK350 per person, 1h

2:15pm

Visit Kalmar Castle

Tour the beautifully preserved Renaissance castle including its museum and gardens. The castle is open from 10am to 5pm during August.

SEK120, 1h30m

3:45pm

Drive from Kalmar to Karlskrona

Continue your journey southeast towards Karlskrona, passing charming countryside and coastal scenery along the way.

Fuel cost approx. SEK300, 1h40m

5:30pm

Explore Karlskrona city center and waterfront

Take a late afternoon stroll through this UNESCO World Heritage naval city, admiring its unique architecture and maritime ambiance before dinner.

Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurang Salt & Brygga, Karlskrona

Enjoy dinner at this popular waterfront restaurant known for its fresh seafood and cozy atmosphere. Open from 5pm with ample outdoor seating.

SEK400 per person, 1h30m

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