Sculpture in Pilane 2026

Every summer in the historic Bohuslän landscape, alongside Stone Age remains and grazing sheep, is a sculpture exhibition of world-leading artists. One of the world's largest and most beautiful works of art, the 14 meter high sculpture ANNA, by the Spanish artist Jaume Plensa, sits high on the cliffs with her timeless face turned to the sea while the seasons flow around her.

Pilane is open 14 May — 27 September 2026.

The Nordic Watercolour Museum is beautifully situated by the sea on Tjörn and showcases temporary exhibitions year-round. Swedish artists such as Gunilla Bergström and Lars Lerin, as well as international stars like Louise Bourgeois and Salvador Dali, have been featured here.

Spring and Summer Exhibitions

8 February–19 April: The Collective – a celebration of contemporary Finnish picture book illustration, where imagination and storytelling come to life.

10 May–6 September: Asger Jorn and Per Kirkeby – a powerful exhibition featuring two of Denmark’s most influential artists, exploring spontaneity, ideas and the layers of nature through colour and form.

Pater Noster

The Pater Noster lighthouse on the island of Hamneskär guided sailors for over 150 years. The masterful architecture of this legendary lighthouse is now a home on the horizon. The solitary lighthouse keeper's residence is one of the world's foremost design hotels, and has won several awards such as the World's Best Hotel Concept 2021 and the Stora Turismpriset 2022.

From May to October 2026, an exhibition is held on the island with a focus on the world’s oceans. During the summer, there is also an open-air concert featuring Lisa Miskovsky on 28 July.