Gravel biking in Jämtland Härjedalen, Sweden

Österåsens camping: a new hub for gravel biking

In the middle of Jämtland Härjedalen there is a camp site called Österåsens camping. It will pop up when you travel along the road E45 towards Strömsund (or Östersund going south). It’s a smaller campsite with nice meandering hills and a small pond to swim and play in. This year they’ve added on to their attractions by sign posting the gravel roads in the area.

Hop on your bike to get a glimpse of moose and other wildlife

The area around Österåsen is sparsly populated by humans but rich in wildlife. The gravel routes takes you to several places frequently visited by moose and beavers. There are also beautiful places to stop and have a packed lunch or a Swedish fika. The area is also rich in remnants of old moose traps used over a hundred years ago, and pastures with old huts previously used for summer farming.

Bring your own bike

The roads are bikable with most types of bikes. You need to bring your own since there isn’t any rental in the area yet. If you have that sorted it’s worth it to enjoy a day or two in the area and explore the magic of Jämtlands fortests.

Below you’ll find more areas to explore from the saddle.