Came here on a cool September day. Took the 401 bus from Slussen and it arrives right outside of…read morethe garden. Aside from beautiful grounds, fun amenities like grills and mini golf, the real attraction for me was the sauna. You can sauna and then walk to the lake and swim in the frigid water. In the winter this is all also available with the caveat that the lake is partially or fully frozen, but I've heard they enable swimming after saunaing even in the summer. You should expect to be nude while saunaing and it's perfectly fine to be nude while swimming. There may be a small amount of culture shock for some Americans but if you just try to enjoy the hot-cold cycles you'll be totally fine. The feeling of swimming in the cold lake is refreshing beyond what you can really imagine elsewhere. The price to sauna is ~60 SEK per person, renting a towel was an additional 30 SEK (non-refundable rental) and they will rent a lock for the locker. It comes out to about $10 to go to the sauna. They have crocs or sandals for you to use in the locker room and even offer water bottles for free (I would highly recommend one). The saunas are gender separated. There's a changing room, shower room and sauna. If you've never sauna'd in Europe before here are tips: shower first before getting in. Sit on your towel in the sauna, stay lower down on the seats if you want to be cooler. Afterwards cool yourself off in the lake, and remember the code to the door so you can get back in! Repeat the sauna / swim as much as you like (and as long as you feel good). I'd definitely recommend this experience as part of a short trip to Stockholm. The experience is really refreshing.

Visiting from Los Angeles, CA. This was a wonderful break from the hustle and bustle of downtown…read moreStockholm and Gamla Stan. Take the train to Slussen and go down another level to find the 401 bus. Nice views of the towns outside of the city center. Activities for all. Even a gym with different weighted wooden machines for squats, presses, etc. I opted for the 10k green trail. Some parts were more climbing/hiking but gorgeous throughout the forest and great lake views. The cafe food looked delicious but I only enjoyed a glass of fresh OJ since I want to check out some other restaurants. Family friendly environment and not a tourist in sight. Great way to experience nature the way the Swedes do.

I have memories of riding my bicycle around and around this lake, and although a very nice…read moreenvironment the ducks scare me. And the geese. Do Not Feed the birds here. You will get attacked or eaten or something along that line. However, DO go to Gröna Stugan and enjoy a coffee, or ice cream when the weather is nice. It's always nice to stroll around this lake, do not miss the miniture golf place, or if you have children there is a play ground close to the lake. It's close to Hallonbergen subway, or you can take a bus from Sundbyberg or Hallonbergen that will literally drop you off right by the lake. A nice place to go.