Värderöarna - Strömsund

Marina

Last edited 27.03.2024 at 09:58 by NV Charts Team

Latitude

58° 34’ 59.4” N

Longitude

11° 3’ 55” E

Description

Natural harbour

NV Cruising Guide

Navigation

You can approach from the north as well as from the south without any complications. The bottom is deep and clear on the inner side of the western island. There are a few small shoals on the Storö side of the sound. The speed is limited in the entire area to 5 knots.

Berths

Throughout the Sound, you can lie off stern anchors or alongside moorings and two jetties or on marked rock hooks. Water depths range from nearly 4 m at the northern jetties to depths of less than 0.5 m in the bays. Weather protection depends on which spot you choose. In the very narrow bay between Stora- and Lilla Hejen you will find very good shelter except in easterly winds, but then still with acceptable protection from swell. At the jetties you are protected from winds between southwest and northwest. However, there is a small drawback that could be a problem for smaller boats: The jetties are built for fishing vessels to quickly and easily find shelter from bad weather. Even today the jetties are used by fishing boats and the pleasure craft should then give way. So: Better use the rock hooks (see map). The anchoring ground is acceptable, but because of the narrowness of the sound it can be problematic with the length of the anchor line. Current sets in the sound mostly to the north at a speed of less than 1 knot. However, it is advisable to deploy an additional line, as the current can sometimes be stronger.

Surroundings

An amazingly well protected and inviting harbour quite close to the open sea. Plus beautiful rocks, sandy beaches and a rich bird life. No wonder Strömsund is so popular. In the summertime you are therefore rarely alone here. But there is always a place for everyone. Please note that most of the islands around are part of the bird sanctuary and access is restricted most of the year and your are then not allowed to come within 50 metres of its coastline. Dry toilet available.

In the southern part of Storö, there is a fantastic restaurant, café, and hotel, and there are many well marked paths inviting walks around the island.