Two lighthouses mark the ends of the island of Öland
Öland is the second largest Swedish island in the Baltic Sea. Two lighthouses mark its ends - Långe Erik to the north and Långe Jan to the south.
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Öland is Sweden’s second-largest island, located in the Baltic Sea off the coast of Småland. It is connected to the mainland by the nearly seven-kilometer-long Öland Bridge. The island is famous for its vast plains, windmills, limestone formations, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site Southern Öland with the Stora Alvaret, a unique karst landscape. Öland is also known for medieval castles, such as the ruins of Borgholm Castle, and its traditional villages. It is a popular holiday destination, especially in summer.