Möja, Island in Stockholm archipelago, Sweden.

Möja is an island in the outer central part of the Stockholm archipelago, where rocky shores alternate with small sandy beaches and freshwater lakes hidden inland. Narrow pebble paths connect these different parts of the island, making it easy to move around on foot.

For centuries, the island was home to fishermen and farmers who shared the land under traditional ownership rules. In the 19th century, these plots were divided into smaller units, which changed the way people settled across Möja.

In summer, open-air cinema and concerts bring people together on the island, drawing both locals and visitors to the same outdoor spaces. These events take place in simple, open settings that give the island a relaxed social life during the warm months.

The island is reached by regular ferry from Stockholm, and the crossing already gives a sense of the archipelago before you arrive. Once there, walking is the best way to get around, and sunny weather makes the paths and swimming spots much more enjoyable.

Möja has giant potholes carved into its rock by spinning stones at the end of the last ice age, and some of these are large enough to stand inside. Parts of the island are protected by the Archipelago Foundation, which helps keep these formations open to visitors.

• GPS coordinates: 59.42431,18.88226
• Latest update: March 3, 2026 08:19