From the wooden porch of Solskenet, you’d never guess that just a 30-minute drive north, there’s a wild archipelago waiting to be discovered—Ombo Öar, one of southern Sweden’s best-kept secrets. These islands float quietly in Lake Viken, untouched and unspoiled, shaped by wind, water, and time.
A Landscape Carved by Nature
From Solskenet, it is only a beautiful drive to one of Lake Vättern’s most special places: Ombo Öar.
Ombo Öar is made up of two islands in Lake Vättern, surrounded by clear blue water, old pine trees, smooth rocks and quiet little bays. It is one of those places where Sweden feels wild, simple and deeply peaceful.
The best place to start your visit is Djäknesundet.
This is where you park, walk down towards the water and immediately feel why this area is so loved. The rocks, the trees, the view over Vättern — it all has that quiet magic that makes you want to stay a little longer.
Come Early for the Magic
On warm and sunny days, Djäknesundet can get quite busy during the daytime. It is a favourite spot for swimming, sunbathing and spending long summer hours by the lake.
So our best tip is simple:
Arrive early.
Come in the morning, before the day fully wakes up. Bring coffee, breakfast or a small picnic. Walk down to the water while everything is still calm. Sit on the rocks, listen to the wind in the pine trees and watch the light move over Lake Vättern.
That is when the magic is strongest.
Explore by SUP
A SUP board is a wonderful way to explore this area. The water of Vättern is so clear that standing on a board almost feels like floating above another world.
Paddle slowly along the shore, discover quiet corners from the water and enjoy the view of the islands from a completely different perspective.
We highly recommend SUP when visiting Sweden, especially in places like this. It gives you that beautiful mix of adventure, stillness and connection with nature.
There is no SUP or boat rental at Djäknesundet, so bring your own board or arrange one somewhere else before you go.
What to Bring
Bring a towel, water shoes or good shoes for walking on rocks and forest paths, something to drink and maybe a picnic. The water in Vättern is beautifully clear and fresh, perfect for a summer dip if you are feeling brave.
And of course, if you bring a SUP, do not forget your paddle, leash and life vest.
Back to Solskenet
After a morning or day at Ombo Öar and Djäknesundet, you return to Solskenet with lake wind in your hair and that quiet Swedish feeling in your body.
Make a simple dinner, sit on the porch and let the forest surround you again.
Ombo Öar is beautiful.
But if you want to feel the real magic, go early.
