Ski Resorts in Sweden – Jämtland Härjedalen

Skiing in Funäsfjällen | Photo: Martin Söderqvist

Jämtland Härjedalen proudly comprises many of the major ski resorts in Sweden and whether you’re looking for perfectly prepared slopes, mogul skiing or good off piste options you can find it here. The most well-known ski resorts in the area are Åre, Vemdalen, Funäsfjällen, Lofsdalen, Storlien and Bydalsfjällen. They offer everything from quiet family slopes […]

Swedish Mountains – Helags Massif & glacier

Helags glacier south of the Arctic Circle

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 […]

Food Ambassador Fia Gulliksson

Fia Gulliksson | Photo: Tina Stafrén

Meet Fia Gulliksson – food ambassador, CEO/founder of Food In Action PR and Dr.h.c in crEATive Gastronomy. There are a lot of titles one can give Fia Gulliksson, but more than anything she is a highly devoted food enthusiast with a great love for the creative art of gastronomy and the region of Jämtland Härjedalen. […]

A Meditative Snowshoe Tour in the Vemdalen Mountains

Snowshoe hike | Photo: Anette Andersson

Situated at 800 metres above sea level, the wide open plateaus in the Storhogna region in Swedish Vemdalen offer fantastic panoramic views – few places are better suited for a snowshoe tour. Add to that, a touch of luxury at the famous spa and indoor winter garden at Storhogna mountain hotel, the perfect base for your […]

Roundtrip: Skiing in Sweden – a Holiday in the Mountains

Skiing in Sweden | Photo: Mark Going, Columbia Sportswear

The early morning sunrise reflects faintly off the window from the train. It’s a faint pink hue of the late winter sun in its attempt to stir life out from its winter slumber. I’ve spent the night on the train from the airport outside of Stockholm up to Åre to go skiing in Sweden, something […]

On Four Feet in the Wilderness – Dog Sledding Sweden

Dog sledding Sweden | Photo: Nicklas Blom

There is little that compares to the magical experience of dog sledding Sweden and its intertwined relationship to its different elements. The connection to the dogs and the surrounding nature carries with a magic that is hard to describe. Physically the adventure piques all the senses as you mush your way over the snow clad […]

The Ultimate Bucket List for a Winter Holiday in Sweden

Dog sledding Sweden | Photo: Nicklas Blom

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 […]

Ski Touring Sweden & the Sylarna Mountain Range

Skiing in Sweden – Sylarna | Photo: Anette Andersson

In the middle of the wilderness, far out into the nature, lies one of Jämtland Härjedalens most attractive, exotic, wild and exciting wilderness areas, the Sylarna mountain range – an impressive place for ski touring in Sweden. Rising way above its neighbouring peaks, like the guard tower of a majestic castle, the peak Storsylen (“Big […]

Outdoor Ice Skating

Outdoor Ice Skating | Photo: Anette Andersson

One of the best early winter experiences is heading to the nearest lake for outdoor ice skating – experiencing the smooth glide of skating along on a frozen lake in the middle of the wilderness is an adventure out of the ordinary. Ånnsjön in Jämtland Härjedalen is a popular place for locals to head to […]