Must see attractions of Adventure Sweden – Jämtland Härjedalen Sweden
Here is the list of the biggest attractions in Jämtland Härjedalen counted in number of visitors. Each destination in the region has of course even more to offer. Make your own “bucket list” or “must-see list” for your own favorites.
Gravel biking in Jämtland Härjedalen, Sweden
The phenomena of gravel biking is growing around the world, and Sweden is not to be left behind. Here both larger destinations and smaller campsites are choosing to promote the beauty of biking on gravel through forests.
Best Sauna Experiences of Adventure Sweden – Jämtland Härjedalen
It’s not just the Swedish-speaking Finnish music and comedy group KAJ who appreciate a good sauna session. Nothing beats relaxing in a warm, comfortable sauna—preferably with a scenic view—after a day spent in the Swedish mountains or exploring the forest and countryside. In fact, the people of Jämtland and Härjedalen are among the most avid […]
Unique winter experiences of Adventure Sweden
Winter experiences can be so much more than just skiing. In Jämtland Härjedalen, located in central Sweden, you will find – in addition to world-class skiing opportunities – many different and unique winter experiences: practice yoga on reindeer skins, ride some of the world’s first electric snowmobiles, or meet domesticated reindeer.
Östersund – Winter experiences in the city with mountain views
Jämtland Härjedalen’s largest city, Östersund, offers many winter activities just 15 minutes from Åre/Östersund Airport for those who want more than just skiing on a winter holiday in Sweden. The city is located right by Sweden’s fifth-largest lake, Storsjö. In winter, the lake freezes over, providing opportunities for ice skating, cross-country skiing, and ice fishing. […]
Adventurous family trips – By train from the coast to the Swedish mountains
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 […]
Roundtrip: The South and East of Jämtland Härjedalen – An adventure for the whole family
Are you longing for magnificent nature with impressive mountain peaks and mythical creatures? A journey to Jämtland Härjedalen offers exciting experiences, cultural walks, local stories, and adventures in forests and mountains for adventurous families. This travel description starts in Umeå, for example, for those arriving with Wasaline from Vaasa, but you can begin your adventure […]
Mountain bike trails by lake Storsjön and the Golden village
The biking season in Jämtland Härjedalen, an area as large as the Netherlands, differs depending on where you are staying. In Östersund you can dust off your road bike as early as March if the roads are dry. In the mountain areas the biking season starts in the middle of June or beginning of July […]
Midsummer in Sweden – Jämtland Härjedalen
The region Jämtland Härjedalen is no exception when it comes to the tradition of celebrating Swedish Midsummer. In just about every village, there are events around the magic Maypole, for socializing, singing, and dancing to celebrate summer. Jamtli in Östersund is the most popular place in Jämtland Härjedalen for celebrating Midsummer, both for locals and […]