Unspoiled between the cold sea and a sky illuminated by the winter sun, a group of islands in the southern archipelago of Gothenburg reveals its special magic in December. I recently visited these enchanting islands, particularly Vrångö and Donsö, in their beautiful setting bathed in low light.
Vrångö is the southernmost island of the Gothenburg archipelago. Around 380 people live there the whole year round. On the island you’ll find a post office, shops and schools, among other things.
Fishing is still an important industry and there are six operating fishing boats on the island. The island is most famous for its beautiful nature reserves and excellent sandy beaches.
On Donsö in the southern part of Gothenburg’s archipelago, fishing and shipping are still vital. On the island there are around 10 shipping companies with 30 vessels. Most of them are too big to fit in the island’s harbour. There is also a fishing fleet with eight modern trawlers and smaller fishing boats. The island also has great hiking paths and places to swim.
Donsö has around 1500 inhabitants. There are also schools, a guest harbour, bakery, café, shops and a smokehouse. You’ll find beautiful natural landscapes on the island’s northern part and right down in the south.
