Jämtland Härjedalen is a twin province boasting majestic scenery, rich culture and sustainable gastronomy. It’s a paradise for hikers and bikers, with the best skiing in Sweden to boot. Occupying a lofty 63° latitude in the central-west part of Sweden, the breath-taking scenery spans mountains, deep forests and numerous lakes including Storsjön, Sweden’s fifth largest.

Its unspoilt nature provides the perfect habitat for elks, reindeers, bears, wolverines, musk oxen, arctic foxes and rare bird species. This year-round eco-tourism hotspot offers a diverse range of activities – from thrilling mountain bike rides and hikes to kayak adventures, fishing, forest bathing and skiing in the top resorts of Åre and Vemdalen or smaller destinations like Lofsdalen and Funäsfjällen.

• Destination

  Swedish Lapland

• Country

  Sweden

• Type of experience

  Outdoor

• Best time to visit

  • Winter
  • Spring
  • Autumn
  • Summer

• Nearby stations

  • Kiruna Airport
  • Vilhelmina Airport