Östra (East) Härjedalen – Nostalgia and Wilderness Poetry
Unique heritage farms with “barfred” (a traditional porch specific to the area) welcome visitors to a region of authentic culture, relaxing nature, and hidden gems. Summer in Östra Härjedalen Sveg is the heart of eastern Härjedalen and a natural hub, especially for the iconic Inlandsbanan train that rolls through the landscape. Step off here to […]
Ski Resorts in Sweden – Jämtland Härjedalen
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 […]
Camping in Sweden – close to nature
All camping sites in Jämtland Härjedalen, Sweden, are close to nature. The camping site in Hoting has a sand beach with a tower from the jetty for plunging into the lake. There is an accessible hiking path and you can go fishing. By the camping there is an exhibit showing the prehistory of the area […]
The Event Calendar with Everything from Extreme Sports to Game Fairs
Take any event calendar of the Swedish Region Jämtland Härjedalen and you will have difficulties to find days with nothing happening. This region is more than lakes, forests and mountains, the evidence is there in lists of summer events. Sweaty multisport activities and events with hunting and outdoor themes, but also cultural events attract long-distance […]
A Hike to a Mountain Top in Sonfjället National Park
Seen from a distance the Sonfjället mountain has the silhouette of a volcano. Beautifully shaped and surrounded by lush greenery. Climb the mountain or hike around it and look for bears, since this area, The Sonfjället National Park of Sweden, has quite a few brown bears. Do not miss the summer grazing farm, shieling, by the […]
Tour suggestion: Route E45 – Inlandsvägen – The Inland Road
The route E45 (European road no 45) actually starts in southern Europe, in Italy, and goes all the way up to Kautokeino on the northern border between Norway and Finland. On it´s way north the route leads through Adventure Sweden territory. Beginning in the commercial center Sveg, the southern gateway of Härjedalen, it leads up […]
Cross country skiing minutes from the city center of Östersund
In winter, days up north seem shorter due to the earth´s tilt away from the sun. Don’t let short days stop you from making use of good XC skiing conditions. Cross country skiing is magic in an illuminated ski track!
A fan from the fine world – The amazing vestibules of Härjedalen
Many old log houses in Härjedalen have particularly beautiful vestibules. You can spot architectural influences from different building styles of the fine world. Make a tour based on the “barfreds” of Härjedalen and you will get an insight in yesterday´s ideals and how a vestibule could be used to make a statement.
Bear’s Den in Lofsdalen
Adventure with added comfort Bear’s Den in Lofsdalen is a hideout for watching wildlife up close, especially the Scandinavian brown bear.