Cruise Baltic welcomes a small Swedish gem to the networkCruise Baltic welcomes a small Swedish gem to the network
Cruise Baltic kicks off 2025 by welcoming Härnösand to the Cruise Baltic family, now adding to the total of 31 partner ports and destinations in the Baltic Sea region, offering a mix of capitals, big cities, and small towns.
February 5, 2025

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The small destination Härnösand is located on an island in the southern part of the Swedish High Coast's archipelago, making it the northernmost member of Cruise Baltic. With the saying "The gate to the High Coast," Härnösand delivers world heritage landscapes just a few miles north of the town.
The quay in the port is 300 metres, and Härnösand Port accommodates a maximum vessel draft of 7,5 metres. Härnösand's harbour is one of the best on the Norrland coast in winter, as it is ice-free for a long time, thanks to the short, straight fairway and favourable currents from the river.
Härnösand offers a wide range of outdoor activities, with Hemsö Fort standing out as a highlight. This former top-secret facility, once accessible only to a select few, is now a must-visit attraction. The town is also home to Murbergets Friluftsmuseum, Sweden's second-largest open-air museum, where visitors can experience a vibrant blend of musicians, dancers, artists, and historical artefacts.

Härnösand Port. (PHOTO: MARTIN SUNDQVIST)
Small destinations, significant experiences
Besides Härnösand, the Baltic Sea region has plenty of small destinations ready to be uncovered by cruise guests.
The keyword for the smaller destinations in Northern Europe is intimacy. Besides being less crowded than the larger destinations, the small towns and communities offer a world of personalised tours, attractions off the beaten path and memorable meetings with the locals.
Staying inside Sweden's borders, the small destination Kalmar is an obvious choice to uncover by cruise. Smaller cruise ships with a max. length of 160 metres and a max. depth of 6,55 metres berth at the dedicated cruise quay 'Elevatorkajen' in the city centre, whereas larger cruise ships dock just south of the port. Kalmar is one of Sweden's oldest cities and has received the Europa Nostra award twice for the town's historical and well-preserved atmosphere.
The charming capital of the autonomous and demilitarised Åland Islands, Mariehamn in Finland, offers a delightful blend of laid-back islander lifestyle, modern infrastructure, and rich maritime heritage. Mariehamn welcomes cruise ships up to 220 metres and a maximum vessel draft of 7.1 m. Among other things, they offer shore excursions with a luxury touch such as Champagne Tasting. During spring and summer, guests can go on Apple Safari and during fall, the farm is open for visits and apple-tasting arrangements as well.
In Denmark, you can visit the royal city of Nyborg, located on the eastern coast of Funen. Here, guests will find old castles, beaches, and a beautiful town founded in the late 11th century. Nyborg is one of Denmark's oldest towns. It was the capital of Denmark for several hundred years before Copenhagen because of its central location. For adventurous guests, it is possible to experience Bridge Walking on the Little Belt Bridge to capture a spectacular view from the top. Nyborg accommodates vessels up to 320 metres and a max. depth of 11 metres.
The list of small destinations and unique experiences in Northern Europe continues! Dive into all Cruise Baltic destinations on cruisebaltic.com.
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Bridge walking, Little Belt Bridge. (PHOTO: MITCH WIESINGER)
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