The Archipelago and Hornslandet Peninsula
The Hudiksvall archipelago consists of hundreds of islands and many deep bays. At the turn of the century there were more than fifty working fishing villages, many of which have been preserved to this day. Some of the older villages are the site of prehistoric remains, such as large coastal cairns dating from the Bronze and Iron Ages.
The Hornslandet peninsula is the geological result of a continuous land-rise since the Ice Age. The Arnösundet Sound was still open during the Viking era - indeed it was an important channel for seafarers - but by the 10th century the land had risen to such a degree that Hornslandet became a peninsula. It is an area of ecological importance, rich in flora and fauna, as well as a favourite recreational area. Kronoparken Park consists of 21 lakes, 30 km of long sandy beaches, areas scattered with large flat boulders, rocky ridges and over 500 species of plants and shrubs. There are no less than 8 reserves protecting interesting natural phenomena, rare plants and birds.