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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Bright nights enabling crops to grow slowly and become rich in taste, lakes that teem with fish and forests full of mushrooms and berries. Add to that, talented food artisans using old traditions making the best of what nature gives and it’s not hard to believe there is a good chance for gastronomic experiences in […]
You may feel a few butterflies in your stomach the first time walking out on a frozen lake, especially if you have waited a long time for your winter fishing premiere. Trout, arctic char and perch are normally the species to catch when winter fishing before Christmas here in Jämtland Härjedalen, Adventure Sweden. It’s more […]
Something of the easiest to cook, yet among the most tasty meals is sliced reindeer meat with sour lingonberries. A Swedish Trangia stove or a pan over the open fire, sliced reindeer meat, sour lingonberries, cream, butter, chantarelles and spices are all you need to cook a delicious outdoor meal. Enjoy this lovely recipe!
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 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 […]
Summer and mountain biking are just the perfect combination for guests visiting the mountains of Funäsfjällen, in the western part of Härjedalen, Sweden. The trails are many, well-marked and amble their way over undulating peaks as far as the eye can see. Regardless of experience level, there are trails to match any occasion and cyclist. […]
Trumvallen is an old summer farm, a shieling, just a few kilometers from the Vemdalen Ski Area. The summer farm is a group of sun kissed log houses in different shades of grey with the beautiful backdrop of the Härjedalen mountains and pine forests. One of the houses holds a ranch where you can go […]
Experience the outdoor tastes of the edible country. Storlien and Bydalen are perfect places for experiencing Nordic outdoor gastronomy. Enhancing your experience in nature by spending a bit of extra time and effort on food is so worth it.
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 […]
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 […]
You know when beauty is like a burning pain. Sometimes you feel that pain in your body and soul but realise there is nothing you can do about it. You just need to open your senses, immerse yourself in the beauty that surrounds us and enjoy it as long as it lasts. An autumn hike […]
“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 […]
Ever wondered why swedes seem to be born on skis? And what do they do besides skiing with all that snow? How about getting it all solved once and for all. Get your gear ready, or hire the latest on site. Go north for an epic winter journey and witness your own greatness at the […]
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 […]
Enjoy a virtual tour in the Swedish mountain resort Funäsfjällen, in the western part of Härjedalen, Sweden. Funäsfjällen has majestic mountains with 60 peaks measuring higher than 1,000 metres above sea level, ideal for activities all year-round. Hiking, biking, fishing, musk ox visits, downhill skiing, cross-country skiing as well as cultural attractions and events for […]
Discover more of Sweden by rail together with the family. From Umeå on the Swedish northern east coast, the Bottnia Railway goes through the beautiful High Coast area, and in Sundsvall you change trains to the Mittbanan rail towards Storlien and perhaps even into Norway. From Sundsvall your first stopover should be Bräcke for Sweden’s […]
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