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Oxelösund
Spend a half‑day in Oxelösund for the coastal fort and St. Botvid's lighthouse‑style church; add a quick lunch if you have extra time.
Oxelösund is a small Baltic port town built around a steel mill. Its main attractions are the Cold‑War Femöre fort, St. Botvid's concrete church, and nearby archipelago scenery. A half‑day covers the sights; a full day allows a kayak rental and a meal at a local café.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- SEK
- Best months
- Jun–Aug
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold, limited daylight)
- Airport
- NYX
- Nights
- 0
Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Nordic countries ↗Decide light or dark before anything else: summer trips (June–August) and aurora trips (September–March in the Arctic) need different countries, clothes and bases.
- Nordic countries ↗Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland and the Faroes sell stronger alcohol only in state shops with short hours; buy before evening and before Sundays and holidays.
- Sweden ↗Sweden is in the EU and the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources; the EU's Entry/Exit System registers non-EU visitors at the first Schengen border.
- Sweden ↗Many shops, cafés, buses and even toilets do not accept cash: bring a card that works with PIN and contactless.
- Sweden ↗The right of public access (allemansrätten) lets you walk and camp for a night on most land; keep away from homes and leave no trace.
- Sweden ↗Drinks stronger than light beer are sold only at the state Systembolaget shops, which close in the evenings and on Sundays.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Oxelösund112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Oxelösund, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Swedish krona (SEK, kr); the euro is not used.Sweden-wide
- SIM or eSIMEU roaming applies for EU/EEA SIMs.Sweden-wide
- Tap waterTap water is excellent; ask for 'kranvatten', often free.Sweden-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Included; add 5–10% on the card terminal for good service.Sweden-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Sweden-wide
- SafetyOxelösund is low‑risk; main concerns are traffic on Route 53 and cold sea breezes in winter.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are clean but often card-paid (SEK 5–10 (≈ US$1–2)); cafés reserve them for customers.Sweden-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 1177 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums often close on Mondays outside summer; Systembolaget closes around 19:00 weekdays, 15:00 Saturdays and all Sunday.Museums often close on Mondays outside summer; Systembolaget closes around 7:00 PM weekdays, 3:00 PM Saturdays and all Sunday.Sweden-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportNYX Nyköping Skavsta Airport (20 km (12 mi) north, bus line 715 to Oxelösund).NYX Nyköping Skavsta Airport (12 mi (20 km) north, bus line 715 to Oxelösund).
- Getting aroundWalk or bike in town; bus line 715 connects Nyköping and Oxelösund; car via Route 53 (15 km (9.3 mi)).Walk or bike in town; bus line 715 connects Nyköping and Oxelösund; car via Route 53 (9.3 mi (15 km)).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee≈ 30 kr
- Street or quick mealFish sandwich≈ 80 kr
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket (local)check≈ 120 kr round‑trip
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personSEK 200 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedHotel double room, a night, per roomSEK 1,200 (≈ US$130)
- High-end bedHotel double room, a night, per roomSEK 1,800 (≈ US$190)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget SEK 300 (≈ US$35) · Mid SEK 500 (≈ US$55) · High SEK 800 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- NYX Nyköping Skavsta Airport (20 km (12 mi) north, bus line 715 to Oxelösund)NYX Nyköping Skavsta Airport (12 mi (20 km) north, bus line 715 to Oxelösund)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Feb
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Mar
not flagged
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Apr
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
May
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Jun
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jul
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Aug
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Oct
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Nov
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Dec
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Best: Jun–Aug. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)), coolest Jan (−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C) low), wettest Oct (10 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Oxelösund: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
7 rd
Feb
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
6 rd
Mar
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7 rd
Apr
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
8 rd
May
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
Jun
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
9 rd
Jul
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Sep
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Oct
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
10 rd
Nov
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Dec
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk or bike in town; bus line 715 connects Nyköping and Oxelösund; car via Route 53 (15 km). Kayak rentals at Jogersö beach.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Femöre fort
goDoor to door: ≈ 45 min
Bus 715 to Oxelösund, then walk 10 min to the peninsula
Guided tours 1 h in summer; check schedule.
Jogersö beach
goDoor to door: ≈ 30 min
Bike path from Nyköping via Stjärnholm, 20 min ride
Kayak hire 400 kr/day single.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Ankaret
Central, simple hotel, near harbor and Boda Borg
Hostel Poppeln
Budget dorm, close to centre and Boda Borg
Femöre Lighthouse Cottages
Seaside cottages at the cliff edge
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ≈ 300 kr excl. bed
- Mid
- ≈ 500 kr excl. bed
- High
- ≈ 800 kr excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hostel dorm bed1 × 1 night × SEK 200 | SEK 200 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × SEK 300 | SEK 300 |
| Bus 715 round‑trip from Nyköping1 × SEK 120 · check | SEK 120 |
| Kayak single day1 × SEK 400 · check | SEK 400 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | SEK 102 |
| Trip total≈ SEK 1,122 per person per day, bed included | SEK 1,122≈ US$120 |
2026 estimate in SEK; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ≈ 30 kr |
| Fish sandwich | ≈ 80 kr |
| Kayak (single) | ≈ 400 kr/day |
| Bus ticket (local)check | ≈ 120 kr round‑trip |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No regular train service; rely on bus or car.
- Femöre fort tours run only in summer season; check dates.
- Winter can be windy and cold; dress warmly.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Medical
- 1177
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Emergency
- Police112
- Medical1177
Embassy
US consulate in Stockholm; Swedish emergency line 112.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus 715 Nyköping → Oxelösund: ≈ 120 kr round‑trip (check)
- Kayak single day: ≈ 400 kr
Say or show
- Ursäkta — Excuse me / Sorry (oor-shek-ta)
- Tack — Thank you (tahk)
- Hur mycket kostar det? — How much is it? (hoor mee-kett kost-ar det)
- Var är toaletten? — Where is the toilet? (var air toe-ah-let-ten)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Oxelösund. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug · avoid Dec–Feb (cold, limited daylight) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Hotel Ankaret for a relaxed stay.
- Combine with a Boda Borg escape game in the centre.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata Oxelösund
- secondaryWikivoyage: Oxelösund, revision 4989445 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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