Kastellet has Sweden's most extensive collection of naval mines. But the museum would not be complete if it were only about the property of the Navy. Here is a collection and exhibition of coastal artillery. The Swedish Coastal Artillery (KA) was founded in 1902 by combining the artillery crews of Waksholm or Karlskrona and is equipped with an anti-mine defence system outside the fleet. In 2000, the coastal artillery was disbanded and transformed into the Amphibious Corps. Since the dawn of naval warfare, there have been two different basic types of minelaying, namely, uncontrolled and, accordingly, controlled methods. Uncontrolled, each detonator is set without communication with land or other mines. Unguided mining does not distinguish between own ships and enemy targets. These mines are maintained and laid by the fleet in case of full mobilisation or total war. Controlled mining has a cable connection to the ground for each mine. The advantage of controlled mining is that the explosion is controlled from land. Security can be provided for the passage of own ships, and detonation can be controlled as the mine approaches enemy targets. Guided mines were completed and installed by coastal artillery units. The mine garden displays coastal artillery mines of various models, among which are a mine anchor and a mine buoy. The exhibition features Sweden's oldest naval mine, model 1831
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.
