Gotland County, Swedish administrative county in Gotland, Sweden
Description
Gotland County sits on Sweden's largest Baltic Sea island in the middle of the sea. The region spreads across a large territory with the city of Visby as its administrative center.
History
The territory became part of Sweden in 1645 through the Treaty of Brömsebro after standing under Danish and German control for centuries. This transfer marked the start of a new belonging after long periods of uncertainty.
Culture
The region is marked by more than 90 medieval churches showing Romanesque and Gothic styles that reflect local heritage. These buildings remain active today and shape the character of many villages.
Practical
The island is reached by regular ferry connections from two ports on the mainland that run throughout the year. These connections transport both cars and passengers to and from the island.
Did you know?
The region holds Sweden's northernmost commercial vineyard and hosts one of the world's largest enduro motorsport races. These two features show the diversity of local activities and ventures.
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City wall of Visby
19.9 km
Villa Villekulla
19.6 km
Gotska Sandön
105.5 km
Lummelunda cave
27.1 km
Visby Cathedral
19.9 km
Spillings Hoard
29.9 km
Kylver Stone
24.1 km
Hoburgsgubben
68.1 km
Tjängvide image stone
19.6 km
Ardre image stones
17.9 km
Almedalen
20 km
Visborg
19.8 km
Villa Muramaris
22.3 km
Roma Abbey
3 km
Gotland Museum
19.9 km
Ojnareskogen
49.3 km
Oljeproduktion på Gotland
43.3 km
House of Cramér
19.9 km
Saint Catherine in Visby
19.8 km
Hoburgen
68.4 km
Karlsvärd Fortress
29 km
Torsburgen
16.4 km
Galgenberg
20.4 km
Tängelgårda stone
37.5 km
Bulverket
26.5 kmGotland Ring
42 km
Gotska Sandön National Park
106 km
Högklint
21.1 km
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