Discover Höviksnäs on Hakefjorden

Directly on Hakefjorden, Höviksnäs combines water-based experiences, distinctive landscapes and varied local character. The village is located in the east of Tjörn in a characteristic rift valley landscape. Those wishing to combine a trip with swimming, maritime local history and special viewpoints will find several starting points here for planning their day. When looking for accommodation, it is also worth considering first whether the focus should be on a day at the beach, exploring the village or actively discovering the fjord.

Rift valley landscape and local character

Höviksnäs includes a newer villa area and an older fishing and ferry landing. This contrast makes the village an informative destination: alongside the newer residential area, the historic relationship with the water is also part of Höviksnäs's identity. Höviksnäs also has a small boat harbour. For visitors seeking maritime impressions, this creates a local setting in which the fjord landscape, harbour and former ferry connections belong together, without any specific route or present-day use having to be inferred from this.

The historic route through Höviksnäs led to the former ferry landing. As part of the local history, this route points to the landing's former importance. A cultural-historical walk in Höviksnäs led along the shore path to Buhalla and via a steep trail to a hilltop with views of Saltholmarna and the Tjörn Bridge. Those interested in the landscape and local history can take this information into account when planning their own trip, distinguishing between a connection with the water and a viewpoint.

Låka bathing place and experiences by the water

Låka bathing place is located in Höviksnäs and has a small sandy beach. There are also grassy areas, rocks and bathing jetties. A diving tower and a volleyball court complement the facilities at the bathing place. Parking is available at Låka bathing place, and toilets are also provided. This makes it possible to combine different interests in one place: you can plan time on the sandy beach, take in the different shoreline features or include the available facilities for a more active day at the beach. The combination of sand, rocks, jetties and diving tower helps you assess the character of the bathing place more precisely in advance.

The artwork “Fjordvätte” is also located at Låka bathing place. The artwork adds a cultural accent to a place whose character is also shaped by its location by the water. Höviksnäs also has a disc golf course. Those who do not want to remain solely by the shore during a trip can therefore include the bathing place and the disc golf course as different interests in their plans. Hakefjorden can be explored underwater, opening up another perspective on the landscape. Which form of exploration is suitable for you depends on your personal plans and the conditions on site.

Getting there and choosing accommodation

For getting there, the Häggvall bus stop is a relevant point of reference: some bus services run from there to Höviksnäs. When planning, therefore, consider how you would like to connect your accommodation with your desired programme for the day. Those focusing on Låka bathing place can take its location in Höviksnäs, parking facilities and toilets into account. For visitors interested in cultural history, on the other hand, the former ferry landing, the shore path to Buhalla and the viewpoint overlooking Saltholmarna and the Tjörn Bridge are the main points of interest.

If you would like to compare other places, you can also include Klövedal, Åstol, Bleket, Rönnäng, Fagerfjäll, Myggenäs, Kållekärr and Skärhamn in your orientation. Höviksnäs itself combines a fjord setting, bathing place, harbour, landscape and historical connections to form a versatile starting point for further travel planning.

For the overarching travel overview: Tjörn.