Östersund

A unique pulse of city and mountains

Welcome to the only city in the region of Jämtland Härjedalen – a unique blend of vibrant city life and mountain-close outdoor adventure. As a UNESCO City of Creative Gastronomy, Östersund offers a world-class culinary journey, where local food artisans add flavor to life along the beautiful shores of Lake Storsjön.

Here, adventure is always close at hand, from biathlon at the national arena and perfectly groomed cross-country trails to action-filled days in Surfbukten or on the city’s own ski slopes. Discover history at Jamtli, experience South Sámi culture at Gaaltije, or enjoy the magic of winter in Vinterparken by the harbor and out on the ice of Lake Storsjön.

Whether you are looking for culture, shopping, or adventure, it’s easy to feel at home in Staare (which means “the city” in South Sámi). By car, train, bus, or flight to Åre Östersund Airport, you arrive right in the heart of a city where nature and mountain views are your constant companions.

Visit Östersund – where city life meets the mountains.

Useful links

Visit Östersund (in English)
https://visitostersund.se/en/

Travel to and around in Östersund (in English)
https://visitostersund.se/en/travel-to-and-around-in-ostersund/

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Skidskytte Biathlon

The Biathlon World Championships are Spot On for Östersund

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Paddling Swedish lake Storsjön – with a mountain view

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The Provincial Anthem of Jämtland

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The pedestrian street in Östersund.

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The Frösö Runestone – A Viking Age Bulletin Board

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Cross country skiing on lake Storsjön in Östersund. Photo: Roger Strandberg

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Storsjöyran, Sweden´s oldest city music festival. Photo: Göran Strand

Storsjöyran in Östersund – Sweden´s oldest city music festival

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Swedish history comes alive at Jamtli

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Waffel hut | Photo: Anette Andersson

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Kolbullen – Heavenly Traditional Swedish Food | Photo: Sandra Lee Pettersson

Kolbullen – Heavenly Traditional Swedish Food

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Santa Claus | Photo: Mats Forslund

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Swedish Sauna, Spa & Hot Tubs

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Cross Country Skiing Sweden

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