Sandvikskvarn

Southeastern Sweden


At Sandvik on the west coast, about 30km north of Borgholm, this Dutch-style windmill is one of the largest in the world. In summer, you can climb its seven storeys for good views across to the mainland. The rustic restaurant serves the local speciality, lufsa (baked pork and potato; 75kr); and there’s an adjacent pizzeria (pizzas from 80kr).


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