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Sydkoster Guest Harbor

Location: approx. 58°52.8′ N, 11°06.5′ E
Nautical Charts: 932 SE / 932 SW
Harbor Depth: 3–6 m
Guest Berths: The harbor offers guest berths along floating pontoons and quay walls. Space can be limited during the high season, so early arrival or prior booking is recommended. Some berths are specifically allocated for smaller boats.
Mooring: Alongside mooring at quay or pontoon, stern-to mooring with fixed lines in designated areas, and limited buoy mooring available. Mooring is generally arranged with fore and aft lines, with harbor staff providing guidance for first-time visitors.

 

Sydkoster Guest Harbor is located on Sydkoster, the southern island of the car-free Koster Islands archipelago, near the Norwegian border. The harbor sits in a sheltered bay with calm waters, surrounded by rocky shores, coastal meadows, and walking trails. Sydkoster is known for its natural beauty, quiet environment, and access to hiking paths leading through Kosterhavet National Park, Sweden’s first marine national park.

Facilities & Services
Sydkoster Guest Harbor provides essential marina services:
• Toilets and showers
• Fresh water and electricity at some berths
• Waste and recycling stations
• Limited Wi-Fi coverage

On the island, there is a small shop, café, and restaurant. The car-free environment encourages walking or cycling to explore the island’s natural surroundings.

Additional Notes
Sydkoster is ideal for visitors seeking tranquility, nature, and outdoor activities. Hiking, birdwatching, and exploring the coastal environment are popular. The island is part of Kosterhavet National Park, known for its marine biodiversity and protected waters. Approaching by boat provides scenic views of rocky islets, coastal meadows, and the rich marine landscape of the archipelago.

Harbor Contact
Harbor Office / Harbor Host (Phone): +46 (0) local harbor number — available during peak season for berth assistance and information.

 

 

 

 

Photo: jorchr / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0

View of Ekenäs on Sydkoster.

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