Mountain Safety
When heading out in the mountains safety is important. The weather can change quickly and one needs to be prepared for warm sunny days as well as rain, cold wind, thick mist or even snow, despite being in the middle of the summer. In Sweden the National Environmental Protection Agency is responsible for mountain safety issues – […]
Glossary of Swedish Words
A few words simply cannot be translated accurately into English. The following is a short guide to help understand some Swedish words – and maybe you will impress fellow travelers you meet on your way..!
Seasons & Timing your Visit
When is the best time of year to visit? In summer or in winter? Autumn or spring? Perhaps it is during the late winter-early spring. The extra special time of year in Jämtland Härjedalen, described, as something of a ‘best-of-both-winter-and-summer-all-at-once’ feeling.
Outdoor Brands
Quite a few world-famous brands within the sports- and outdoor sector are founded in the mountains of Jämtland Härjedalen, far up north in Scandinavia. The natural playground attracts and forms innovative entrepreneurs and with todays world-leading research and test centre in the residence city Östersund it’s no big surprise that Jämtland Härjedalen will continue its long and […]
Tourism history – Swedish Mountains
The tourism industry is highly important to Jämtland Härjedalen – in fact it is the core industry. The first tourists who came here were hunters who visited some 8 000 years ago. They were followed by pilgrims, travelling salesmen called ’forbönder’, floral gents, air and spa guests, hunting lords and national romantics. Today we call the […]
Map of Jämtland Härjedalen
Jämtland Härjedalen is a region situated in the middle of Sweden, Europe The region consist of the destinations: Åre (Åre Destination) Vemdalen Östersund Funäsfjällen Lofsdalen Ljungdalsfjällen Frostviksfjällen (Vildmarksvägen) Strömsund (Vildmarksvägen) Ragundadalen Bräcke Bydalsfjällen Krokom/Ansättfjällen Map of Jämtland Härjedalen with the largest attractions for download (Swedish, English, German text in the map) Get your official Swedish maps […]
Plan Your Visit – Tourist Informations of Jämtland Härjedalen Sweden
Did you know that the region of Jämtland Härjedalen is double the size of Vermont? That means we do have quite a few different tourist offices and so called InfoPoints with expertise in their specific areas; what are the best adventures, where you will find a good nights sleep and what local delicacies that are […]
By car, RV Rentals, Taxi & Transfers
Traveling by car is a good way to explore Jämtland Härjedalen. Whether you go with your own car or a rental car we recommend you to pay attention to the road conditions which can vary within Sweden, as well as within the region of Jämtland Härjedalen. In winter the roads are likely to be slippery […]
Train & Bus Travel
Traveling by train or bus is relaxing and at the same time a good alternative for being more environmentally friendly. The railway crosses Jämtland Härjedalen from north to south and east to west. Busses to the region depart from many destinations in Sweden and runs within between destinations. Östersund has city buses and there are […]