Travel destinations in northern Sweden - 10 favourites

Are you keen to explore travel destinations in northern Sweden? Holidaying at home is becoming more and more popular, so we have created a small series of destinations in Sweden. We started with destinations in southern and central Sweden, and have now reached northern Sweden. We hope you want to help and add your tips!

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Travel destinations in northern Sweden

We have already written about destinations in southern Sweden and central Swedenand now it's time for tips on travel destinations in northern Sweden. By northern Sweden we mean mainly Norrland (i.e. Gästrikland, Hälsingland, Härjedalen, Jämtland, Medelpad, Ångermanland, Västerbotten, Norrbotten and Lapland). 

We have included Gävle here, even though it is comparatively far south. We have also included Idre fjäll, even though it is located in northern Dalarna.

Ten tips for travelling in northern Sweden

Here are ten tips for travelling in northern Sweden, based on our own experience.

1. Östersund

Östersund is a pleasant town with lovely old houses and charming courtyards. There are also plenty of cosy little shops selling art, delicacies or clothes. In winter it is very nice to visit Vinterparken, with skiing, skating and a cosy café.

2. Åre

Åre is above all a popular ski resort, with opportunities for both downhill and cross-country skiing, but you can also come here in the summer for hiking, cycling and water sports. There are plenty of restaurants and spas in Åre, such as the beautiful Copperhill Mountain Lodge.

3. Rullsand sea baths

In the southern parts of Norrland, just outside Gävle, you will find Rullsands havsbad and camping. It was a long time ago, but we've driven here many times with our motorhome. There is a nice sandy beach here, and a bit further away there is also a naturist bath for those who prefer it.

4. Furuvik Park

Furuviksparken is an animal and amusement park located in Furuvik, about one kilometre east of Gävle. We were here many years ago, together with both children and nieces and nephews. We thought it was a nice park with a high-altitude course and nice animals.

5. The High Coast

The High Coast in Ångermanland offers a magnificent landscape of steep cliffs. This destination in northern Sweden, along with the Kvarken archipelago, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you can also see the Högakustenbron, a suspension bridge with the longest free span in Sweden.

6. Idre mountains

Idre fjäll is popular in winter for both downhill and cross-country skiing. For those who want, there are also summer activities. We have visited Idre Fjäll in the summer, and took the opportunity to go horseback riding. Nearby we also went out in a canoe on a beaver safari.

7. Pite Havsbad

Pite Havsbad is located on the Gulf of Bothnia, about one kilometre southeast of Piteå. There is camping, hotels, cabins, water park, spa and lots of different events and activities. If you are unlucky with the weather, there is also an artificial sun terrace.

8. River Vindelälven

Vindelälven is a river in southern Lapland and southern Västerbotten, which flows into the Umeälven river. There is beautiful nature here and you can also try some really adventurous rafting. For a quieter adventure, stay in a wilderness camp.

9. kiruna

Helena and I visited Kiruna before we started the blog. Here you can, among other things, make a really interesting visit to the Kiruna mine. Another interesting excursion you can do is to visit the space base. Esrange Space Centre.

10th Kebnekaise

Those who are adventurous and fit can attempt to climb Kebnekaise, Sweden's highest mountain with a peak of 2097 metres above sea level. Otherwise, you can (like me, Helena), settle for hiking from Nikkaloukta to Kebnekaise mountain station.

More destinations in northern Sweden

We haven't visited many destinations in northern Sweden, so we have a lot to discover. On the wish list is the ice hotel in Jukkasjärvi and Jokkmokk market. We would also like to visit Abisko and maybe see the infamous Northern Lights at some point. Gammelstad church town, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, would of course also be nice to see. It would also be interesting to see more of Umeå and to visit Luleå.

Your top tips for travelling in northern Sweden

Now we're curious, what are your best tips for travelling in northern Sweden?

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