The Stora Sickla farm originally owned the area where the Naka area is today. In the 1860s, some plots of Saltsjön were set aside for summer recreation. These were the lands of Gustafshög, Jakobsdal, Augustendal and Ellensvik. In 1899 Augustendahl and Jakobsdal were bought by the industrial pioneer J.W. Swenson. He wanted to build a car factory there. However, keeping up with developments in the automotive industry was more challenging than it seemed. Instead of building cars, Swenson started building kerosene engines. The production of Svenson under the Avance brand soon became very successful. In 1916 Swenson's factory employed 500 people and became the largest in Sweden. Most employees lived in their own homes, and Swenson helped them set up cooperative businesses. Despite the concern for employees, after bankruptcy, in 1922, the company was taken over by a bank until it acquired new owners in the form of an assembly factory for DKW, Dodge, and then for Mercedes. Gradually, the plant was taken over by Gunnar Philipson. His wife Martha Philipson inherited her husband's business empire in 1970. In 1976, the company was taken over by the Swedish Volkswagen. The end of the twentieth century was marked by an increased demand for real estate and the new company Arcona was created around the interests of real estate, and the automobile company became a subsidiary.
The sea route from Stockholm to Vaxholm is an unforgettable experience. Here you can fully enjoy the beauty of the Stockholm archipelago. The journey begins in the very center of the city, where you can admire the stunning view of Stockholm from the deck of the ship.
As the ship weeds out of the city and into the archipelago, the landscape changes dramatically. Rocky islands with their pine trees and small cottages create a peaceful atmosphere. The water is calm and the summer sun gives the sea a deep blue color.
The sailing to Vaxholm takes about 45 minutes and includes several islands and islets where you can see historic cottages and summer houses. The route passes through narrow channels, small ports and harbors where boats of all shapes and sizes are moored.
All in all, the sailing route from Stockholm to Vaxholm is a great way to experience the natural beauty and tranquility of summer Sweden.
Arriving in Vaxholm, you plunge into the special atmosphere of island life.
Vaxholm is an island located about 30 km east of Stockholm. The island is a popular tourist destination, known for its picturesque old town, which has well-preserved wooden houses and cobbled streets. The island also has a well-preserved fortress built in the 16th century. The fortress is open to visitors and offers a glimpse into the military history of the island. Vaxholm is known for its seafood and traditional Swedish cuisine.
To end the day at sunset, kayaking through the canals and straits around the largest natural reserve in the Stockholm archipelago makes this day unforgettable.
