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Country
Sweden
Continent
Europe
Airport
VBY
Currency
Swedish krona
Time zone
UTC+1
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Gotland's only city
Visby medieval town: a walled Hanseatic port in the Baltic
Visby is the only city on Gotland, Sweden's largest island, out in the middle of the Baltic Sea. This Visby medieval town has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995, listed as the Hanseatic Town of Visby, and together with Tallinn it is one of only two towns in northern Europe whose medieval street plan has been fully preserved. Swedes call it the city of roses and ruins, and it is one of the sunniest places in the country, with just over 2,000 hours of sunshine a year.
The Ringmuren
The town wall, the Ringmuren, still wraps around the old town for roughly three and a half kilometers, and dozens of its towers are still standing. Its oldest building, the Powder Tower (Kruttornet), dates from the 12th century.
Getting to Gotland
A short flight, or a ferry from the mainland
Visby Airport
The island's airport lies about 5 km from the center of Visby.
By ferry
Ferries sail to Visby from Nynäshamn, south of Stockholm, and from Oskarshamn, with a crossing of roughly three to four hours depending on the source. A commuter train runs from Stockholm to the Nynäshamn terminal. Bicycles and pets travel on board if you book ahead, and sailings fill up early around midsummer, Almedalen Week and Medieval Week.
Through the centuries
From Hanseatic boom to Danish conquest
| When | What happened in Visby |
|---|---|
| 12th to 14th century | Visby thrives as a Hanseatic trading center |
| 1225 | St Mary's Cathedral is consecrated |
| 1361 | Danish king Valdemar IV conquers Gotland; about 1,800 Gotlanders die in the battle outside the walls |
| 1525 | The town is destroyed by forces from Lübeck |
| 1995 | Visby is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List |
After the Danish conquest, raids by the Victual Brothers and the Teutonic Knights pushed the town into decline. That long sleep is why so much survived. Seventeen medieval churches once stood inside the walls, and St Mary's Cathedral is the only one still fully intact. The others are atmospheric ruins: look for St Catherine's, Drotten, and St Nicholas, built around 1230 for the Dominicans, where a Gothic choir and a rose window remain.
Old town
Cobbled lanes and 8,000 years of island history
Wander first, then step into the museum
The best way to see Visby is on foot, following the cobbled lanes between the ruins and the wall. Then head to the Gotlands Museum (Fornsalen), which covers about 8,000 years of history on five floors, including Viking coins and picture stones from the 5th to the 11th centuries. It is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm, according to the museum.
Medieval Week
Sweden's largest historical event, every August
Each August, Medieval Week (Medeltidsveckan) turns Visby into a costumed medieval town, with about 800 programme items spread over some 40 stages. It is billed as the largest historical event in Sweden. Check the official site for this year's dates and tickets, and book your ferry and room early.
Almedalen Week
In the first week of July, Visby hosts Almedalen Week, a major forum for Swedish politics that also fills the town.
Beyond the walls
Fårö, caves and the island by bike
Fårö
In the far north of Gotland, a free car ferry crosses from Fårösund to Fårö in about 6 minutes, every 15 minutes during summer days. The island is famous for its rauks, limestone sea stacks: Digerhuvud has the largest stack area in Sweden, and Langhammars is another highlight. Ingmar Bergman lived and died on Fårö and shot Persona and Shame here.
Closer to Visby
The Lummelunda cave is about 15 km north-east of town, the Kneippbyn amusement park about 5 km south, and the Bunge open-air museum about 55 km away. Cycling is the natural way to explore the island.
Gotland flavors
Saffron pancake and Gotland lamb
The island's signature dessert is saffranspannkaka, a saffron and almond rice pudding served with dewberry jam; saffron is even farmed on Gotland. Look out too for Gotland lamb, duck and smoked fish. In the old town, Frimis Krog grills whole Gotland lamb.
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When to go
When to visit Visby?
Summer
June to August is the best time, with July averaging a little over 17 degrees C. It is also the busiest season, so accommodation is tight.
Autumn
Mild at first, around 9 degrees C on average in October, then increasingly wet.
Winter
Cold, windy and quiet, with a January average around -2 degrees C.
Spring
Cool, with an April average of around 6 degrees C.
In pictures
Visby in pictures
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about flights to Visby
How do I get to Visby?
By air to Visby Airport, about 5 km from the center, or by ferry from Nynäshamn (south of Stockholm) or Oskarshamn, a crossing of roughly three to four hours.
When is the best time to visit Visby?
June to August, the sunniest and warmest months. Book early if your trip falls around midsummer, Almedalen Week in early July or Medieval Week in August.
How many days should I spend in Visby and Gotland?
Two to four days: one or two for Visby itself, one for Fårö, and more if you want to cycle around the island.
Can I pay by card in Visby?
Yes. Sweden uses the Swedish krona, and card payment is accepted everywhere.
How much does a flight to Visby usually cost?
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