The favorite hikes of a true hiker – Jämtland Härjedalen Sweden
Text: Andreas Edholm, Senior Tourism Developer Hiking is a part of my dna 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, […]
The Wilderness Road (Vildmarksvägen) – Unforgettable nature experiences
Strömsund is the gateway to Vildmarksvägen. Here, the journey begins by Vattudalen towards the mountain world of Frostviken and continues over the spectacular mountain plateau Stekenjokk—a landscape as grand as it is peaceful. Summer by the wilderness road (vildmarksvägen) Unique experiences and natural phenomena await along the way. Discover the mighty Hällingsåfallet waterfall, visit the […]
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 […]
The Wilderness road – Silence outside and warmth within
There are no large ski resort along the Wilderness Road (Vildmarksvägen in Swedish), only small cozy villages filled with friendly souls who are happy to welcome you with open arms. Visit Norråker and experience winter life in the countryside or join for a multi-day trip through white expanses with Nordic Husky Farm. Pamper yourself and […]
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.
Roundtrip: The Wilderness Road for Little Explorers
The forests, the mountains and the lakes form a gigantic playground for little explorers – do our kids really need a Disneyland? A journey along the Wilderness Road in northern Jämtland Härjedalen is suitable for kids with adventurous families who want to follow in the footsteps of the Swedish fairy tale character Dunderklumpen, meet friendly […]
Road biking the Wilderness Road – Adventure Sweden
The region Jämtland Härjedalen in Sweden is mostly known for it’s mountain biking and there are plenty of well built sustainable biking trails. But Jämtland Härjedalen is also the arena for another type of biking tourism, road biking. The Wilderness Road (Vildmarksvägen) is one example, with beautiful scenery, best experienced from a bike. In this […]
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 […]
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 […]