Escape for a while on the island Alntorps Ö

Alntorps Ö is the place where life moves at a slower pace. Located right in the middle of Lake Norasjön, the island offers peace and quiet just a short trip from Nora. Here, you can enjoy a swim in the lake, a walk around the island, or a picnic on the grass.

Alntorps Ö has long been a popular destination for both locals and visitors. With Nora as your base and an overnight stay at the charming Lilla Hotellet, it’s easy to create your own island getaway. Borrow a rowing boat from the hotel or hop aboard the M/S Plaskus, which runs regular trips to and from the island during the summer.

Sleep well at Lilla Hotellet

Check in at Lilla Hotellet in Nora, a cozy and intimate hotel nestled among cobblestone streets and charming old wooden houses. Here, you’ll be close to cafés, shops, and Lake Norasjön. After your excursion to Alntorps Ö, enjoy a pleasant evening in the town of Nora, followed by a restful night under soft, fluffy duvets in your room.

You choose how to get there

From Nora, it’s easy to reach Alntorps Ö. You can borrow a rowing boat from Lilla Hotellet and make your way across the lake at your own pace. The journey over the water is a lovely way to start the day, offering beautiful views of Nora from the lakeside. If you prefer to save your energy, you can take the M/S Plaskus, which operates on Lake Norasjön during the summer and stops at the island.

Just as you want

Alntorps Ö offers plenty to experience — no booking or reservations required. Take a refreshing swim in the lake or dive from the diving tower. Enjoy a leisurely walk around the island along the roughly three-kilometer loop trail, or bring a picnic and relax on the lush green grass. The island is also home to a gene bank of heritage apple and pear varieties, preserving historic fruit trees from the Bergslagen region.

Quick facts

Location: Alntorps Ö in Norasjön
Accommodation: Lilla Hotellet in Nora, lillahotelletnora.se Länk till annan webbplats, öppnas i nytt fönster.

Experience:
Swim from jetties or dive from the diving tower
Stroll around the island (approx. 3 km)
Discover the gene bank with heritage apple varieties
Enjoy picnic areas and barbecue spots

Getting there:
Borrow a rowing boat from Lilla Hotellet
Hop aboard M/S Plaskus, which cruises across Lake Norasjön