Albert Mattsson
Name
Albert Mattsson
Proffession
I am a farmer on Nämdö island in the Stockholm Archipelago. We breed cows and sheep and we also grow ecological vegetables that we sell in out farm boutique. I am also one of the archipelago foundation’s many archipelago rangers, hired to look after the Namdö nature reserve. It is an area of about 500 ha.
Where were you born?
Near Stockholm
What do you love about your job?Why?
I enjoy the freedom and being close to nature.
Where do you live? Why?
On Nämdö island in the Stockholm Archipelago together with my wife Camilla, it is 40 km east of Stockholm city. I rent a farm there, it's called Ostanviksgard.
Where would you aspire to live?
Right here!
Where is your favorite holiday spot in Scandinavia? Why?
It has to be the Stockholm Archipelago.
What do people do in your town/city for entertainment?
I enjoy living on the country side so I don’t go to the city too often.
What is your favorite shop in your city/town? Why?
“Biltema” (the equivalent of Super Cheap Auto) they have everything I need.
14. What do you think represents amazing value in Scandinavia?
It must be the nature, if it is hiking through amazing surroundings or having fresh herring for midsummer, it is very special region with lots of opportunities. Another thing is “Allemansrätten” (every man’s right) which is unique to Sweden. You are allowed to cross other people’s land as long as you don’t make any damage to it. You are also allowed to camp one night on other people’s land. There are all sorts of rules but it is all based on respect of nature and the local wildlife.
If you were a billionaire where would you like to eat and stay in Scandinavia?
I would be sitting in my new boat which I would have bought for the money, eating Angus-steak from my own farm.
What does Scandinavia mean to you?
Freedom under your own responsibility
What do you think is the strangest thing about Scandinavia?
Midsummer celebrations can be a little bit funny.
What music do you like to listen to?
I am a fan of country music.
Address: Östanviks Gård, 130 36 Nämdö
Phone: +46 (0)8 571 56 418
Email: info@ostanviksgard.com
Website: The Stockholm Archipelago Foundation