Remarkable Finds from the Swedish Vikings
Swedish vikings were probably both merchants and in some cases robbers. Vikings gave name to the era in Sweden from the iron age around 800 AD til the battle of Hastings 1066 which marks the beginning of the medieval ages.
Enigmatic composer and mountain lover – Wilhelm Peterson Berger
Wilhelm Peterson-Berger was an enigmatic composer who truly loved the mountains of Jämtland Härjedalen. He was overjoyed when he acquired a plot on the island Frösön to build his dream house with a view overlooking lake Storsjön and his beloved Oviken mountains.
Family friendly ski holiday – Adventure Sweden
Winters in Adventure Sweden: the region Jämtland Härjedalen, means a transformation into a skiing paradise with beautiful snow-covered landscapes and a wide range of opportunities for all ski enthusiasts. The region is not just for experienced skiers; it’s also a perfect destination for families with children looking for a cozy ski holiday in Sweden. The […]
Fishing in Sweden – A Midnight Adventure
Arguably one of the best things about the Swedish summer is how light the nights are. A great way to take advantage of them is to head to the nearest rapids with a fly rod in your hand for a Swedish fishing adventure. Come with us on a to the magic river Ammerån in Ragunda […]
Trail Running Sweden – a Journey Through Unspoilt Land by Natural Pyramids
If The Lord of the Rings were to be filmed in Sweden, it most probably would have been filmed at the Pyramids. A day trail running in this unspoiled landscape is as close to trail running nirvana as it gets. The landscape ignites the imagination of myths, legends and sagas, created by an enormous ice […]
The Frösö Runestone – A Viking Age Bulletin Board
Sweden’s northernmost runestone and the only one found in Jämtland Härjedalen is located on the island Frösön. It is the oldest document found in the region where “Jämtland” is mentioned. The rune stone tells about the way Östman Gudfast’s son let Christianize Jämtland and that he was able to build a bridge and raise the […]
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 […]
Trekking Sweden – Through Picturesque Mountain Villages
Barely ten kilometres from Åre in Sweden is the gateway to Södra Årefjällen, the Southern Åre mountain range, with miles upon miles of trails and paths for trekking in Sweden’s easy-to-access countryside, through picturesque mountain villages and non-stop captivating views.
Wikners in Persåsen – A Passionate Woodworker´s Center
At the family Wikner´s in the village Persåsen sustainability, art, handicraft and recreation are self written following the rhythm of the seasons in nature´s eternal cycle. The wood shop and the entire Visitor Center has in various ways acquired character and atmosphere from the surrounding area, the beautiful landscape around lake Storsjön – Storsjöbygden.