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 […]
Roundtrip: Swedish Mountains & Trondheim-Røros
The best of two worlds? Yes, it is possible to combine Sweden and Norway in a beautiful roadtrip starting in either Trondheim (Vaernes Airport) or in Östersund (Åre Östersund Airport) and taking a rental car for a journey at your own pace. This tour will take you to some of the nicest mountain resorts of […]
The favourite hikes of a true hiker – Jämtland Härjedalen Sweden
“I was introduced early by my parents to be out in the mountains and nature, for which I am grateful. What I enjoy most is reaching the summits and enjoying the view – there’s something special about it. Hiking, for me, is a calming nature experience that recharges my batteries, and it’s a healthy way […]
Storlien – borderless skiing
Storlien, located by the Norwegian border west of Åre, is a classic ski destination with a long history, even the Swedish king comes here for a ski vacation. Storlien offers a good mix of slopes for beginners and intermediate skiers, making it a great spot for a ski holiday in Sweden. Not far from Storlien […]
Ski Touring in a Prepared Piste
Two decades ago, no one would have imagined an urge to go up in a perfectly prepared piste with skins. Randonné / Ski Touring was only something for hills without ski lifts. Today it is becoming increasingly popular in Sweden to go uphill within bounds. More and more discover Ski Touring as a sport and […]
Armfeldts Karoliner – the Swedish Caroleans
When you travel in the borderland mountains between Jämtland and Tröndelag you can sense a certain brotherhood that dates way back. One thing that affected both regions on the swedish and the norwegian side was the war campaign in 1718-1719, which lead to a disastrous retreat for the swedes in the middle of a blizzard.
Reindeer in the Mountains of Sweden & Norway
Reindeer followed in the footsteps of the retreating ice-cap and were among the first to graze the new land. The hollow, air-filled hairs of their coat insulate them against the cold and they have a unique ability to feed off lichen. Reindeer have come to symbolise a life in harmony with nature and as such, […]
Sweden’s Largest Waterfall – Tännforsen
With a width of 60 meters across and a height of 38 metres Tännforsen is by far, Sweden’s largest waterfall. Tourists have come here for over 150 years and long before that pilgrims passed on their journey to Trondheim. The melting snows and ice in spring creates the most impressive falls and results in an […]
Sliced Reindeer Meat with Sour Lingonberries
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!