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Swedish fika and Nordic Cuisine in Jämtland Härjedalen

It’s hard to go hungry in Jämtland Härjedalen. This is a perfect place for experiencing Swedish fika and the Nordic cuisine – a region that perfects the combination between high quality restaurants, world-class cheeses and dairies, micro-bakeries, chocolatiers, brewers, roasters and farm stalls and cafés including all the cosy summer stops with homebaked pastries and […]

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Wild Animals in Sweden

Jämtland Härjedalen is one of Sweden’s most densely populated regions in terms of Scandinavian predators – if you are up for an unforgettable game viewing expedition and are eager to meet the wild animals in Sweden, this is the place to go.

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Winter Climbing on Frozen Waterfalls

Needless to say, our beautiful waterfalls freezes over in winter and forms perfect places for winter climbing. Along certain rock faces there will be water freezing forming spontaneous natural artwork. If you are an experienced winter climber you can find plenty of suitable ice climbing opportunities in Sweden and Jämtland Härjedalen. For less experienced climbers […]

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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.

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Tourism history – Swedish Mountains

The tourism industry is highly important to Jämtland Härjedalen – in fact it is the core industry. The first tourists who came here were hunters who visited some 8 000 years ago. They were followed by pilgrims, travelling salesmen called ’forbönder’, floral gents, air and spa guests, hunting lords and national romantics. Today we call the […]

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Trail Running Around Swedish Lakes

Trail running offers more than just a chance to get out and exercise in the surrounding nature. Bounding along supple pathways, through silent forests and shimmering mountain lakes is one of the best ways to soothe the body and soul. Trail running around one of many lakes in Sweden is particularly attractive. Southern Årefjällen in […]

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Swedish Heritage at the Old Coppermine Fröå Gruva

Nestled at the foot of the picturesque Åreskutan, lies the remains of a quaint, bustling mining village called Fröå Gruva. The once thriving, mining settlement and surrounds has been beautifully preserved and provides a glimpse into Swedish heritage and the glory days of times gone by. These days the mining operations stand still and the […]

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