Klintehamn facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Klintehamn
Klintehamni (Gutnish)
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Boat to Stora Karlsö at Klintehamn harbor
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 Klintehamn
Location in Gotland
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Gotland |
| County | Gotland County |
| Municipality | Gotland Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.12 km2 (0.82 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2014)
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| • Total | 1,350 |
| • Density | 643/km2 (1,670/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Klintehamn is a charming town located on the Swedish island of Gotland. It's part of the Klinte area. In 2010, about 1,350 people lived there. Klintehamn is well-known for its busy harbor and fun annual market.
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Getting Around Klintehamn
The Busy Harbor
Klintehamn has an important harbor on Gotland's west coast. From here, things like timber and farm products are sent to mainland Sweden. The harbor also has a special area called a marina where small boats can dock.
During the summer, you can catch a ferry from Klintehamn's harbor every day. These ferries take visitors to the beautiful island of Stora Karlsö. It's a great way to explore nearby places!
Old Railway Lines
A long time ago, in 1897, a railway track was built in Klintehamn. This railway helped transport sugar beets from Klintehamn to a sugar factory in Romakloster. It was an important way to move goods back then.
Fun Events in Klintehamn
The Annual Klinte Market
Since the early 1800s, Klintehamn has hosted a very popular event called the Klinte Market. This market is one of the biggest autumn markets on the island of Gotland.
There are five main markets held on Gotland each year, usually between August and October. These markets include Slite, Havdhem, Kräklingbo, Klintehamn, and Hemse. Each market typically lasts for a whole weekend, offering lots of fun for everyone!
