Djaupdöi fishing village

Djaupdöi (spelled Djaupdy on Swedish signs and maps) is easily accessible on Hammaren in När, the peninsula that juts out into the sea between Lausvik and Austaveik.

The Most Robust Harbor

Djaupdöi boasts the strongest harbor facilities among the three fishing villages on the peninsula: Nabbu, Gardbostrand, and Djaupdöi. This might be due to the flourishing of fishing during World War II.

Albert Eskeröd, in his book "Gotländska stränder" (Gotland Beaches), published by Rydahls Boktryckeri AB, Stockholm 1962, notes on page 209:

"In 1940, there were 6 professional fishermen, 7 part-time fishermen, 6 decked motor boats, and 240 salmon nets."

On the page about När (a parish name), he mentions the existence of a saltery for exporting herring to Germany.

A Glimpse of the Past

In the middle of the fishing village stands a retired boat, longing for waves. One might agree with Eskeröd when he states on page 205 of the aforementioned book:

"The old beach practices are thus disappearing, here as everywhere. Most face a slow death in beauty or are invaded and changed beyond recognition by summer people - by mainlanders or city dwellers who don't really know what a Gotland beach practice is."

Beauty with a Touch of Melancholy

Djaupdöi is undoubtedly beautiful, a sight to behold. However, we recommend stopping at Gardbostrand or Nabbu if you want to enjoy your coffee basket or perhaps feel a little more of the olden times.