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Do I have to travel via Mariehamn from the continental Finland to come to Brändö ?
The easiest way to get to Brändö is via Vuosnainen (Swedish name Osnäs) in Kustavi (Swedish name Gustafs). It takes less than two hours to get there from Turku (Swedish name Åbo). If you travel via Mariehamn it takes at least about 8 hours. See connections for more details.

Is it possible to travel further from Brändö to the main island of Åland/Mariehamn ?
There are about three ferry departures daily from Brändö via Kumlinge and Enklinge to the main island of Åland/Mariehamn. The approximate duration of the journey from Brändö to Mariehamn is 3,5 hours.

Is a fishing license necessary?
In Brändö, as in the whole Åland generally, a fishing license is needed. They are sold in all local stores.

What kind of accommodation alternatives are there ?
There are Bed & Breakfast inns, hotels, cottages or camping places to select from. See accommodation for more details.

Is it necessary to make a reservation for the car on the ferries ?
During the high season (summertime) it is recommendable to make a reservation for your car. People and animals, however, don’t need a reservation. For more details about the ferries operating in Åland (time-tables, connections, prices and so on) check connections. To make a reservation call + 358 (0)18 525 100 (Ålandstrafiken) or via www.alandstrafiken.ax

Where can I buy ferry tickets ?
Tickets for cars, motorcycles, caravans and other motorized vehicles can be purchased onboard the ferries.

Is a ticket needed for people and bicycles ?
People, dogs and cats travel free of charge. Please note that dogs are not allowed in the ferry cafeteria. There is, however, indoors space for dogs and cats. The fare for bicycles is during highseason 5 € (highseason=19.6-6.8).

Is there a public beach in Brändö ?
There are many public beaches in Brändö. You can actually swim where ever you like as long as you don’t do it next to a private property. The public beach of the municipality, Korsklobbsrevet, is located about a kilometre from Brändö village in the direction of Torsholma. On Korsklobbsrevet you will find restrooms, a bathing hut, a trampoline and a waterslide among other things. In Jurmo, Lappo and Torsholma there are smaller beaches. Note! There are no lifeguards.

Free wireless connections for internet ?                                     You can find free wireless connections for internet in Trixies Shop/Cafe in Brändö village (see the map for Brändö by) and restaurant/hotell Gullvivan (probably works outside the building to).

How do I get cash in Brändö ?
There are no bank automats in Brändö, but you can, as a foreigner, withdraw cash with Visa, Eurocard or Matercard from Ålandsbankens office in Brändö village (close to the crossing)and in Lappobankens offices in Lappo, Torsholma and Brändö (the Post office in the same building as Brändö Ahl.). If you've got a Finnish bank card its possible to get cash at Ålandsbanken's office in Brändö or Lappobankens office in Lappo or Torsholma.

Are there gas pumps in Brändö ?
Yes. At the Lappo guest harbour (nearby) there is a gasolin pump that takes Euro bills. You can reach the pump both by car and boat.
There is a gasolin pump for 24 h use in connection to Brändö Ahl (shop opposite Ålandsbanken in Brändö village, look at Brändö by map). The pump takes Euro bills and cards and can be reached both by car and boat.

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