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STF Högbondens Fyr

Hostel, restaurant and café by the High Coast

Travel information

About the accommodation

Experience one of Sweden’s highest lighthouses, beautifully set in the heart of the High Coast World Heritage Site. STF Högbonden Hostel is dramatically perched on a cliff on the island of Högbonden, offering overnight stays, breakfast, lunch, coffee, and dinner.

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The island is a nature reserve with majestic landscapes and deep tranquillity – perfect for day visitors and overnight guests seeking unique experiences and relaxation. Once ashore, a winding 1 km walk leads you to the top of the island. The reward: a breathtaking view of the sea from the lighthouse and hostel.

The recently renovated hostel is located in the former lighthouse keeper’s residence, with 26 beds across nine rooms. An additional six beds are available in two dog-friendly rooms in a nearby building. All twin rooms have double beds, and all four-bed rooms have bunk beds. Guests share showers located in the main house; dry toilets are available in a separate building on the grounds. As the hostel sits atop an island in a nature reserve, access to water and sewage is limited.

At Högbonden’s café, you can enjoy coffee and views from the top of an island in the open sea. The café serves a selection of light dishes, waffles and sandwiches, ideal for hungry adventurers. You’ll also find cold and hot drinks, cookies and ice cream. The menu follows local availability and varies with the season. Overnight guests can purchase breakfast, dinner and snacks – or prepare meals in the guest kitchen.

There is also a sauna for rent down by one of the rocky beaches. Book your sauna session and buy firewood at the café.

Our service

Pets allowed

Some rooms are available in which pets may accompany guests.

Sauna

A sauna is available.

Family room

Room with at least 4 beds within the same room.

Café

A basic café service is available

Parking

Car parking is available next to the property, a fee may apply.

Breakfast

Breakfast is included in the room price/rate or can be purchased for an additional fee. Opening hours/selection may vary depending on season.

<1 km to marked trails

Less than 1 kilometer to marked hiking trail.

<1 km to bathing site

Less than 1 kilometer to bathing site.

Book your own house

It is possible to book the entire accommodation.

Groups

Group booking is available for a minimum of 10 people.

Group enquiry

Are you more than 10 people planning a conference, family reunion, camp or a school trip? Fill out the form and your request will be sent to your selected accommodation, which will get back to you with a quotation to suit your group!

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Contact and opening hours

Address:

Barsta 270
873 99 Nordingrå

Travel information

Reach the island by boat from Barsta or Bönhamn. Book your boat trip to Högbonden at www.hkship.se/mobile/hogbonden/hogb_datumlista.... (opens in new tab).

The nearest train stations are Härnösand or Kramfors. Since public transport is limited, we recommend renting a car for the final stretch. You can also take a bus to Ullånger and continue by bus towards Nordingrå Vallen. Find more information on the buses at www.dintur.se/ (opens in new tab).

From Nordingrå Vallen it’s about 14 km to Barsta harbour.

By car from the south:
Take exit 249 from the E4 at Gallsätter. Follow signs for Nordingrå Church. After passing the church, turn right by the school and follow signs to Bönhamn. In Kåsta, follow the sign to Barsta.

By car from the north:
Turn left in Ullånger and follow signs for Norrfällsviken/Mjällom. Turn left in Järesta and follow signs for Nordingrå Church. After the church, turn right by the school and follow signs to Bönhamn. In Kåsta, follow the sign to Barsta.

GPS-coordinates

N62.865638419273°, E18.475112942979°

Contact:

+46 72 235 23 50 info@skutskepparn.se

Check-in and check-out times:

Check in (from): 15:00

Check out (to): 09:30

Number of rooms

Number of beds

26-50

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Tips for hiking

Signature trail Höga Kusten

Signature trail Höga Kusten meanders through a number of nature reserves, a national park and a natural heritage site.

STF’s Signature Trails

To make it easier for your next hike, we've selected some of Sweden's most spectacular trails – we call them signature trails.

Hiking trails in Sweden

The amazing thing about hiking in Sweden is that there is always more to discover. You can hike on remote mountain peaks, along rugged coastlines, beside bright yellow rapeseed fields, or near major cities.

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