Best bathing places and beaches in Stockholm

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The bathing temperature in Stockholm may not entice you to spend hours splashing and snorkeling in the water. But for those who want a refreshing swim there are plenty of great bathing places, and the city is known for its clean and clear water.
Last updated: July 1, 2022
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Smeduddsbadet

Tanto strandbad

Långholmens strandbad

Flatenbadet

Brunnsvikens strandbad

Lilla Essingebadet

Fredhällsbadet

Eriksdalsbadet

We have handpicked Stockholm’s best bathing jetties, rocks, diving towers, and sandy beaches for both families and friends. And don’t forget to swim carefully!

Do you prefer to swim in a pool? Check out our guide to public outdoor swimming pools in Stockholm.

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Smedsuddsbadet

Smedsuddsbadet Stockholm
Smedsuddsbadet – Photo: © Holger Ellgaard/Wikimedia Commons

On the southern part of Kungsholmen, next to the bridge Västerbron and the park Rålambshovsparken, you’ll find one of Stockholm’s finest bathing areas. Jump in the water from the bathing jetty, grab a spot on the popular sandy beach, or settle down on the big lawn. Smedsuddsbadet is adapted for the disabled, has a public toilet, and grilling is allowed.

End of Smedsuddsvägen, Kungsholmen
Subway: Fridhemsplan + 950 meters walk
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Tanto Strandbad

Tanto Strandbad is Södermalm’s most recently built bathing place and is located at the end of the park Drakenbergsparken close to Hornstull. Here you can throw yourself in Årstaviken from diving towers and bathing jetties, try the climbing wall or relax on the beach. It’s s adapted for the disabled, and has both toilet and shower.
Skarpskyttestigen 6, Södermalm
Subway: Hornstull + 450 meters walk
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Långholmens strandbad

Långholmens strandbad
Långholmens strandbad – Photo: © Holger Ellgaard/Wikimedia Commons

There’s more than the Bellman Museum and an old prison on the island Långholmen, north of Södermalm. Here you can also find a beautiful beach with rocks. Toilets and ice cream are within easy reach in the beach’s kiosk. And if you get restless, you can always follow the lovely walking paths around Långholmen or rent a kayak and explore the surrounding areas.

Långholmsmuren 21, Södermalm
Subway: Hornstull + 1,100 meters walk
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Flatenbadet

Flatenbadet Stockholm
Flatenbadet – Photo: © Holger Ellgaard/Wikimedia Commons

A bus ride south takes you to Stockholm’s largest open-air bathing place, located in Skarpnäck. The lake Flatensjön is one of the cleanest in Stockholm and you can impress with your skills from the diving tower, dip your toes from the jetty, and sunbathe on the beach. Flatenbadet is very family-friendly with playing opportunities in the form of a climbing frame, miniature golf and boules. Stroll around the lake and experience the untouched Swedish nature. Flatenbadet is adapted for the disabled, has toilets and you’re allowed to grill.

Badplats Stora Flaten, Skarpnäck
Bus: No. 811 or 816 from Gullmarsplan; no. 401 from Slussen
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Brunnsvikens strandbad

Brunnsvikens strandbad
Brunnsvikens strandbad
On northern Djurgården, next to Brunnsviken, you’ll find Brunnsvikens strandbad. Here you’re bathing from floating jetties and bathing rafts, or use the handrail to get into the water. Choose whether you want to sunbathe on rocks, the beach in the grass. There is a toilet next to the bathing place.
Frescati hagväg 18, Norra Djurgården
Subway: Universitet + 800 meters walk
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Lilla Essingebadet

On the island Lilla Essingen, south of Kungsholmen, you can go for a swim just a stone’s throw from Essingeleden. The swimming area is perfect if you think sunbathing is a waste of swimming time. Lilla Essingebadet has a jetty with a ladder, a lawn and two toilets, but neither a beach nor a shower.
Primusgatan 18-20, Lilla Essingen
Bus: No. 1 against Stora Essingen
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Fredhällsbadet

Fredhällsbadet Stockholm
Fredhällsbadet – Photo: © Holger Ellgaard/Wikimedia Commons
On the southwest of Kungsholmen, against Tranebergssund, you’ll find Fredhällsbadet. Here you cool down from the rocks or jetties, and enjoy the sun in the grass or on the wood deck while enjoying the great view of summer Stockholm. Since the rocks are steep, you must be able to swim – the bathing place is not the best choice for children. There are three toilets and a summer-open café in the area.
Kungsholms strandstig 602, Kungsholmen
Subway: Kristineberg + 650 meters walk
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Eriksdalsbadet

Eriksdalsbadet Stockholm
Eriksdalsbadet – Photo: © David J/Flickr
For those who want to swim outdoors, but not necessarily in nature, there’s always Eriksdalsbadet on Södermalm. Pay entry and enjoy four outdoor swimming pools, nice lawn areas and a sauna. In the area you can also play beach volleyball and barbecue.
Hammarby Slussväg 20, Södermalm
Subway: Skanstull + 350 meters walk
Have a great summer in the city and enjoy the best bathing places and beaches in Stockholm!

Find the bathing places on the map

Title Address Description
Smeduddsbadet
Smedsuddsvägen, 112 35 Stockholm, SverigeSmedsuddsvägen
Tanto strandbad
Skarpskyttestigen 6, 117 41 Stockholm, SverigeSkarpskyttestigen 6
Långholmens strandbad
Långholmsmuren 21, 117 33 Stockholm, SverigeLångholmsmuren 21
Flatenbadet
Stockholm, 128 30 Skarpnäck, SverigeBadplats Stora Flaten
Brunnsvikens strandbad
Frescati hagväg 18, 114 19 Stockholm, SverigeFrescati hagväg 18
Lilla Essingebadet
Primusgatan 18, 112 59 Stockholm, SverigePrimusgatan 18-20
Fredhällsbadet
112 26, Kungsholms strandstig 602, 112 26 Stockholm, SverigeKungsholms strandstig 602
Eriksdalsbadet
Hammarby Slussväg 20, 118 60 Stockholm, SverigeHammarby Slussväg 20
Table of Contents

Smeduddsbadet

Tanto strandbad

Långholmens strandbad

Flatenbadet

Brunnsvikens strandbad

Lilla Essingebadet

Fredhällsbadet

Eriksdalsbadet

Find the bathing places on the map

Title Address Description
Smeduddsbadet
Smedsuddsvägen, 112 35 Stockholm, SverigeSmedsuddsvägen
Tanto strandbad
Skarpskyttestigen 6, 117 41 Stockholm, SverigeSkarpskyttestigen 6
Långholmens strandbad
Långholmsmuren 21, 117 33 Stockholm, SverigeLångholmsmuren 21
Flatenbadet
Stockholm, 128 30 Skarpnäck, SverigeBadplats Stora Flaten
Brunnsvikens strandbad
Frescati hagväg 18, 114 19 Stockholm, SverigeFrescati hagväg 18
Lilla Essingebadet
Primusgatan 18, 112 59 Stockholm, SverigePrimusgatan 18-20
Fredhällsbadet
112 26, Kungsholms strandstig 602, 112 26 Stockholm, SverigeKungsholms strandstig 602
Eriksdalsbadet
Hammarby Slussväg 20, 118 60 Stockholm, SverigeHammarby Slussväg 20
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