Sweden Walks: Visby. Unique, medieval town in the morning. From the eastern gate. Relaxing walk.

Visby on the island of Gotland, of the Swedish mainland. Rich in history and full of cultural references. From visitsweden: "Anyone who’s set foot on Gotland soil would agree there’s something magical about it. This unique island off the southeast coast of Sweden has it all – natural scenery, remarkable history and unique local flavours. Wander around the cobbled streets of Visby – the main town on the east coast of the island – and it’s as though you’ve been transported to medieval times. In 1995, Visby entered the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites, and for good reason – Visby is the best-preserved fortified trading town in northern Europe. Between the 12th to the 14th century, it was the main centre of the Hanseatic League in the Baltic. Visby’s historic townscape features a high number of significant architectural buildings and structures dating back to the 13th century. Wrapping around the centuries-old centre, Ringmuren (The Visby City Wall) – complete with towers and gates – was built between 1250 and 1288 and stretches across 3.5 kilometres." Want to keep walking? Try one of these: Stockholm Street life- walks for people watching: Specific streets or parts of the city: Palaces, castles & grand buildings: Stockholm off the beaten track: Walks suited for treadmill: Walks with natural sound: Daytrips & outside the city: Destinations besides Stockholm: Walks in the snow: