Degeröholmen

Municipality: Luleå

Year of formation: 2004

Size: 0.4 square kilometers

Manager: Luleå municipality

Form of protection: Nature reserve

Degerön lies between Hindersön and Brändöskär in the northern part of Luleå archipelago. In summer you reach the island by boat and in winter on skis or by snowmobile. Approaching by boat, the easiest way is to enter the inlet north of Degeröholmen. Head towards the mountain, some way south of the jetties. Weather permitting, boats with a small draught can enter the inlet Hagaviken on the south side of the island. (Source: bottenviken.se)

Degerön is located between Hindersön and Brändöskär in the northern part of the Luleå archipelago. In summer you can reach the island by boat and in winter you can get to the island on the sea ice by ski or snowmobile. Mooring by boat: The easiest way is to enter the bay north of Degeröholmen. Head towards the mountain, further south from the piers. When the weather permits, shallow-draft boats can enter Haga Bay on the south side of the island (Source bottenviken.se)

All regulations can be found in the reserve decision. It is allowed to:

• hike
• make fires in designated fireplaces
• pick berries and edible mushrooms
• fishing and hunting in accordance with the laws in force

It is not allowed to drive snowmobiles on the island or to damage plant and animal life. Remember the right of public access and protect nature!