Kappelshamn facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kappelshamn
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Storungs at Kappelshamn
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 Kappelshamn
Location in Gotland
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Gotland |
| County | Gotland County |
| Municipality | Gotland Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.75 km2 (0.29 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 115 |
| • Density | 159/km2 (410/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Kappelshamn (pronounced kap-els-hamn) is a small, interesting place on the Swedish island of Gotland. In 2010, about 115 people lived there. It's a great spot to visit, known for its exciting race track and beautiful nature.
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Discover Kappelshamn
Kappelshamn is located on the northern part of Gotland. You can find it northeast of Visby, which is the biggest city on the island. It's also north of another town called Slite. This makes Kappelshamn easy to reach for visitors exploring Gotland.
Fun Things to Do
Kappelshamn offers several cool activities, especially if you love speed or relaxing by the water.
The Gotland Ring Race Track
One of the most famous things about Kappelshamn is the Gotland Ring. This is a special race track where cars and motorcycles can go really fast! It's a popular place for racing events and for people who want to test their driving skills. Imagine the roar of engines and the thrill of the race!
Beaches and Camping
If you prefer a calmer time, Kappelshamn also has lovely places for tourists. You can find sheltered beaches where you can swim and enjoy the sun. There's also a campsite nearby. This means you can pitch a tent and spend a night under the stars. It's perfect for a fun family trip or an adventure with friends.
Kappelshamn's Big Industry
Across the bay from Kappelshamn is an area called Storugns. This place is very important for a big industry.
Limestone Mining
Storugns is home to the largest amount of limestone in all the Nordic countries. Limestone is a type of rock used in many different ways. It's like a giant natural quarry!
Shipping Limestone
Since the early 1980s, a company called Nordkalk has been working here. They dig up the limestone from Gotland. Most of this limestone is then shipped from the port at Storugns. It travels by sea to steel mills in Sweden and Finland. There, it helps make steel, which is used to build so many things around us. So, Kappelshamn plays a small but important role in making things we use every day!
