Outings Guide to 33 Protected Natural Areas in Stockholm County

Stockholm is a big city with a vibrant pulse. But that's not all: A world of nature lies virtually at its doorstep. A wealth of greenbelts and other natural areas is one of the Stockholm region's greatest assets. Within the city limits is a national urban park with a fantastic mixture of cultural heritage and natural settings. Just twenty kilometres from the city centre is Tyresta National Park with forests that stretch for miles and miles. TheStockholm Archipelago extends from the city centre far into the Baltic Sea.All this natural wealth is freely accessible to both residents of and visitors to the region. The excellent opportunities for experiencing nature, for outdoor recreation and other activities are also important forthe Stockholm region's attractiveness.Many natural areas are protected as nature reserves or national parks, comprising part of our common heritage that everyone can visit and enjoy. This revised and expanded edition of the Outings Guide describes some of the finest of those natural areas. It is meant to provide both visitorsand local residents with a handy reference as they explore the fantastic nature of the Stockholm region.Regionala inventeringsrapporter import från MDP 2015-05