Welcome to Högbonden Nature Reserve

Experience Sweden's second highest lighthouse site in the middle of the High Coast World Heritage Site. We offer overnight stays, breakfast, and simple dinners for our guests. The island offers nature and recreation for both day guests and overnight visitors.

During the 2026 season, the hostel will be open on weekends from the end of May to May 29 to June 21. From June 22 to August 16, the tour boat to the island departs four times a day from Barsta harbor or Bönhamn harbor. During this period, the kiosk will also be open. Between August 17 and September 27, the hostel will only be open on weekends.

Coffee break with a sea view

Sit down with a cup of coffee and enjoy the amazing view

Treat yourself to an overnight stay

Relax in a cozy hostel after a day full of adventure

Stay overnight, have a coffee and enjoy wonderful nature at Högbonden

We welcome both day visitors and overnight guests to this unique seaside location.

Feel the wings of history

The lighthouse was manned in 1909 with a lighthouse keeper, a lighthouse keeper and a lighthouse assistant. At its peak, 21 people lived here and a school was set up in the attic. From 1952, the lighthouse keeper was the sole operator of the facility and in 1963 it was automated the guys.

Discover the High Coast - at a high level

From the lighthouse and hostel you have a striking view of the sea, but the sea also means wear and tear on the buildings. During the summer of 2024, the Maritime Administration renovated the lighthouse.

Contact us for more information

  • +46 722295460
  • info@hogbonden.se
  • Högbonden - Boat from Barsta or Bönhamn
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