Virtual Tour of Östersund – The Hearty Mountain City
The closeness between the city and the mountains is just one of the ingredients that make the city Östersund so unique – and a fantastic destination. Since 2010 Östersund has been a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, which is no wonder considering all the gastronomic highlights based on regional food culture. Östersund is a popular […]
Tour suggestion: Wildlife and Mountain Views
The region Jämtland Härjedalen in the Swedish Mountains is loved by tourists since centuries. This roundtrip of about 550 km takes you south from the provincial city Östersund, to see wildlife and breathtaking views of the mountains. We can promise your taste buds will have a trip of a lifetime as well. See the roundtrip […]
Up for a Cold Plunge? – Winter Swimming in the Swedish Mountains
“Of course I had had time to prepare mentally, but a cold bath did not feel completely like my cup of tea, especially when looking at the thermometer outside my kitchen window. I put on my swim suit, a cosy base layer made from wool and a loose fit pair of trousers and sweater with […]
Swedish Mountains – Helags Massif & glacier
The holy mountain Helags is the highest peak among the Swedish mountains south of the Arctic Circle and offers a lot more than just hiking. Helags is home to: Sweden’s southernmost glacier, 600m long and 50m deep, adorable Arctic foxes and some of the most breath-taking views of the panoramic mountainside. It’s an easy day […]
Christmas buffet Swedish style
To a visitor it may seem like any other buffet or Smorgasbord with loads of different kinds of foods, but the Julbord (Christmas buffet) is sacred to many Swedes. Of course there are differences between the south of Sweden and the north as well as there are themed Cristmas buffets, like the one served by […]
Korallgrottan (The Coral Cave) – The longest cave in Sweden
It’s quiet. And dark. The only sound is a distant dripping and the only thing I feel is a soft wind against my cheek. The world stands still until our guide starts speaking. We are in the so called Sandbädden (The Sand Bed), the first cave chamber included in the Korallgrottan cave tour, where […]
The Ultimate Bucket List for a Winter Holiday in Sweden
Skiing wide-open landscapes, ice skating on a frozen lake or a toboggan race. Hot tub in a winter wonderland or a quick cold water dip. Delve into the mountains, enjoying culture and gastronomic treasures. Winter holidays in Sweden is perfect for all wishing to increase their well-being, returning home well-rested and strengthened. Here’s the ultimate […]
Swedish fika and Nordic Cuisine in Jämtland Härjedalen
It’s hard to go hungry in Jämtland Härjedalen. This is a perfect place for experiencing Swedish fika and the Nordic cuisine – a region that perfects the combination between high quality restaurants, world-class cheeses and dairies, micro-bakeries, chocolatiers, brewers, roasters and farm stalls and cafés including all the cosy summer stops with homebaked pastries and […]
Fishing in Sweden – A Midnight Adventure
Arguably one of the best things about the Swedish summer is how light the nights are. A great way to take advantage of them is to head to the nearest rapids with a fly rod in your hand for a Swedish fishing adventure. Come with us on a to the magic river Ammerån in Ragunda […]
A Challenging Mountain Marathon in Sweden
1000 nervous runners line up at the start of the mountain marathon in Vålådalen, the tension in the air is so thick you could cut it with a knife. Standing ready, the start goes off with a bang that echoes in the valley. Like a colourful snake, runners set off on the marathon, up the […]
Hiking in Sweden – The Jämtland Triangle
The Jämtland Triangle is one of the most well-known and classic trails for hiking in Sweden. It’s relatively easy to hike, traversing over the regions highest lying alpine area and surrounded by the silent peaks acting like guards. Unique alpine flora lines the trails and streams gurgle their way downhill, which adds to the all-round […]
Into the Swedish Wilderness – Rogen
The Rogen nature reserve is as close to the untamed Swedish wilderness as it gets. The reserve lies on the border between Sweden and Norway and its ancient pine forests, interspersed with blue lakes and giant stones haphazardly strewn about contribute to the untamed ruggedness of the area. Rogen is home to wild animals such […]
Trail Running Sweden – a Journey Through Unspoilt Land by Natural Pyramids
If The Lord of the Rings were to be filmed in Sweden, it most probably would have been filmed at the Pyramids. A day trail running in this unspoiled landscape is as close to trail running nirvana as it gets. The landscape ignites the imagination of myths, legends and sagas, created by an enormous ice […]
Swedish Heritage at the Old Coppermine Fröå Gruva
Nestled at the foot of the picturesque Åreskutan, lies the remains of a quaint, bustling mining village called Fröå Gruva. The once thriving, mining settlement and surrounds has been beautifully preserved and provides a glimpse into Swedish heritage and the glory days of times gone by. These days the mining operations stand still and the […]
Trail Running Around Swedish Lakes
Trail running offers more than just a chance to get out and exercise in the surrounding nature. Bounding along supple pathways, through silent forests and shimmering mountain lakes is one of the best ways to soothe the body and soul. Trail running around one of many lakes in Sweden is particularly attractive. Southern Årefjällen in […]
Climbing Sweden – an Adventure Among the Clouds
The stone face I’m holding onto is warm, below me, the canopy of branches is silent and slowly rustles in the warm Swedish summer breeze. The atmosphere is silent apart from the occasional climbing command “Belay on”, “Climbing”, “Slack”. Stuguberget is probably the most popular climbing spot in Jämtland Härjedalen, Sweden. A collection of nine […]
Rock Carvings & Prehistoric Culture in Sweden
One of the best examples of ancient culture in Sweden can be found at the immaculately preserved rock carvings at Glösa. These carvings date back 6000 years and provide a glimpse into what life was like for hunters and gatherers of the Stone Age. Life for the clans folk is depicted with the importance of […]