ELLOS

Ellös, Bohuslän – En levande kustort med maritim historia & natursköna upplevelser

Welcome to Electric, one charmig och livfull kustort på västra Orust, known for its båtkultur, skaldjur och natursköna omgivningar. Här kombineras ett aktivt båtliv med mysiga hamnkvarter och vackra badplatser, vilket gör Ellös till en perfekt bas för att utforska Bohusläns skärgård!




Ellös har en lång historia av fiske och båtbyggeri och är idag hem till det välkända varvet Najad Yachts, där lyxiga segelbåtar byggs. Orten är också en populär semesterort, tack vare sina fina badmöjligheter, restauranger och närheten till Bohusläns vackraste skärgård.

🌦️ Climate

  • Summer (June – August): 15-25°C, sunny and perfect for boating & swimming.
  • Spring/autumn (April-May, September-October): Mildare men färre turister, utmärkt för vandring & utflykter.
  • Winter (November – March): Lugnt och stilla, men many businesses are closed for the season.

🛶 Top Attractions & Activities

  1. Ellös hamn – Perfekt för att strosa bland båtarna och njuta av havsluften.
  2. Ellös badplats – One fin sandstrand med bryggor, klippor & långgrunt vatten.
  3. Orust Golfklubb – One vackert belägen golfbana bara några minuter från Ellös.
  4. Boating & sailing – Rent a boat or join one archipelago tour.
  5. Hiking along the coast – Flera fina kuststigar och naturleder finns i området.
  6. Fishing & seafood safari – Prova på fiskeutflykter eller njut av färska räkor och ostron.
  7. Båtutflykter till Käringön & Gullholmen – Två av Bohusläns mest ikoniska öar, lättillgängliga från Ellös.

Also read our article about vandring i Bohuslän.

🛏️ Accommodation options

  • Kobbar & Skär Vandrarhem – Enkelt men trevligt boende.
  • Sjöhuset – Lägenheter i ett rött hus.
  • Airbnb & archipelago cottages – Flera mysiga sjönära boenden finns att hyra. Search own house here
  • Guest harbor – Perfect for those who comes with own boat.

🗺️ Reseplanering för Ellös

🛬 How to get here:

  • From Gothenburg: 🚗 About 1.5 hours by car via E6 & road 160.
  • From Stockholm: ✈️ Fly to Gothenburg, then car or bus.
  • By boat: Guest harbor available for boat guests & sailors.

📅 How long should you stay?

  • 2-3 days is well suited for enjoy boating, swimming and excursions.
  • 4+ days if you want explore more archipelago islands & coastal communities in Bohuslän.

🍽️ Food & Drink:

  • Pelles Smokehouse – En lokal favorit med fantastiska skaldjur och havsutsikt.
  • Ellös Pizzeria & Bistro – Perfect for avslappnad middag vid hamnen.
  • Fish shops & farm shops – Buy with you fresh seafood straight from the fishing boats.

🎒 Packing list:

  • Swimwear & towel – Don't miss the beautiful swimming spots.
  • Comfortable shoes – For hiking along the coast.
  • Windbreaker – The sea breeze can be cool, even in summer.

🎭 Local events:

  • Skaldjursaftnar – Enjoy shrimp, lobster & oysters in season.
  • Ellösdagen – En lokal festival med musik, mat & aktiviteter vid hamnen.
  • Seglingstävlingar – Se spännande båtrace i Ellös skärgård.


🏝 Utflyktstips nära Ellös

Ellös ligger perfekt för att utforska fler pärlor i Bohuslän archipelagoHere are some nearby destinations:

🌿 1. Mollösund (15 minutes by car)

🚤 One of Bohuslän's most classic fishing villages.
Discover:

  • Mollösund harbor & lighthouse – Perfect for a walk by the sea.
  • Fjord kayaking & boat trips – Explore the archipelago from the water.
  • Coffee at Café Emma – Cozy café with local pastries.

2. Käringön (Boat from Tuvesvik)

🌊 Car-free island with an idyllic archipelago atmosphere.
Don't miss:

  • Pettersson's Tavern – Known for its amazing seafood platter.
  • Bathing cliffs & walks – Crystal clear water awaits!

🏖 3. Gullholmen & Harmanö (Boat from Tuvesvik)

🐠 Perfect for hiking & swimming in nature reserves.
See & do:

  • Seal safari & archipelago tours.
  • Coffee at Gullholmen Harbour Café.
  • Long sandy beaches & cliffs to swim at.

🚣‍♂️ 4. The log (10 minutes by car)

🐚 A genuine fishing village & perfect starting point for archipelago adventures.
See & do:

  • Stocken's swimming area – Family friendly with sandy beach & cliffs.
  • Camping & guest harbor – Perfect for campers & boat travelers.
  • Fishing & tasting seafood – Buy fresh seafood at the harbor.

🚗 5. Nösund (20 minutes by car)

🌲 A quiet and scenic gem by the sea.
Discover:

  • Nosund Havshotell – Spa & gourmet food by the sea.
  • Brewing bath & sauna – Relaxation in the Bohuslän environment.

🌟 Summary

Ellös är en perfekt destination för dig som älskar hav, båtliv & skaldjurWith fina badplatser, en livlig hamn och närhet till öar som Käringön & Gullholmen har du en fantastisk bas för att utforska Bohusläns skärgård.

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