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Year-round outdoors activities for the whole family
Alpine skiing Dalarna is biggest in the Nordic region
Walking, cycling and ice skating Dalarna leads the way
A holiday for
ALL SEASONS
Breathe in natures scents and feel the soft grass under your
bare feet. Gaze at the sparkling, snow-clad trees on a stimu-
lating cross-country skiing trip through a forest, or out on
the fells.
Welcome to Dalarna!
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Visit Dalarna to enjoy
CONTENT
outdoors activities,
cultural attractions and
magnificent natural
surroundings.
CULTURE & TRADITION
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ACTIVE SUMMER
1625
SKI RESORTS
2629
ACTIVE WINTER
3035
TOWNS & FOOD
3639
ACCOMMODATION
4041
MAP
4243
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publication, or changes in the programmes, or sales.
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Rich design
heritage
The designers and craftspeople of Dalarna draw on the prov-
inces rich design tradition for the colours, forms and patterns
that inspire their contemporary designs. All while keeping
traditional culture alive and relevant.
CULTURE &
where you came from, your marriage and
made. And you can even paint your own!
social status and your family. Today folk
costumes are often worn on feast days
like Midsummer and also at weddings, fu-
TRADITION
nerals and confirmations. The traditional
folk costume is a source of great pride for
the people of Dalarna.
One of the people inspired by the Kurbits painting
patterns of the past is Mia Svalnge, the The type of decorative painting most associated with Dalarna is known as kurbits. In
6 More ideas on crafts, designers and opening hours can be found at tourist information centres and at visitdalarna.se 7
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prints. 3 Handicraft
makers A classic Dalarna setting
Tllberg/G8 Tllberg lies in the cultural heartland of Dalarna
every taste
maypole stands
year-round.
5 Music events
in Dalarna
1. Dalhalla
Rttvik/G7 Dalhalla, an open-air stage carved out of limestone
rock, in a disused quarry. Every summer a varied programme of
concerts is held across a wide range of musical styles. Several
big-name international artists have played here and the musical
programme even includes opera. With fantastic acoustics and a
stage surrounded by emerald-green water, Dalhalla has been de-
scribed as one of the most beautiful open-air stages in the world.
10 For programme and tickets read more at visitdalarna.se or contact the tourist information centres. 11
A province of artists Carl Larsson-grden in
Sundborn is a very popular
Art and history
Several of Swedens best-loved artists have connections with Dalarna.
The most famous are Carl Larsson and Anders Zorn. Visit their former
visitor destination.
come to life
homes and take the guided tour to find out more about the life and works In several places in Dalarna you can experience live
of these world-famous artists. art, music and culture in a heady blend of past and
present. Visit the exciting museums and beautiful,
Carl Larsson-grden well-kept houses.
Sundborn/H8 Carl Larsson was and is one of Swedens best known and loved artists. He
lived and worked in France where he was part of the European artists collective and
in Sweden, but came back to live in Dalarna in the late 19th century until his death in 1919.
Hildasholm
Carl Larsson-grden, the home where he lived with his wife Karin, is a work of art that Leksand/G8 An impressive building with
the couple created together. Last summer was the opening of the recreated garden as an award-winning garden dating from the
it would have been in Carl and Karins day with fantastic flowers and plants, a French- early 20th century. Doctor and writer Axel
inspired kitchen garden and garden furniture designed by the couple. Munthe had the house built as a gift to his
carllarsson.se English wife Hilda Pennington. The beau-
tiful gardens are Hildas work, inspired by
the classical gardens she grew up with in
Most of the textiles in the house were designed and wo- England, France and Italy.
12 The tourist information centres have more exciting tips on cultural sights and details of opening hours. 13
Falun World
Dont miss: The little mining village!
Heritage Site Visit the new village next to the Falun Mine museum. Each
cottage represents a different metal with experiments and
In the 17th century, the Falun copper mine was the storytelling for all the family.
biggest in the world. Copper from Falun was used for
coins, church spires and castle roofs across Europe
and financed Swedens Age of Greatness. Falun Mine
is one of the best-preserved historic mining areas
in the world and Falun, the mine and its industrial
landscape were inscribed in the list of UNESCO World
Heritage sites in 2001.
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Dalarna on foot
Tip!
Rambling in the mountains? Town-based walks and historic landscapes?
Walking in Dalarna is a new book packed
with 21 great walks in fantastic surround-
Hiking in easy-to-access forest trails and wide-open fells? Dalarna has
ings. Its on sale at the tourist office. them all. Several of the best areas for walking are easy to get to by car
and are well-signposted with waymarks and signs displaying distances
and directions. There are plenty of rest huts and shelters for stop offs,
resting, or cooking a meal.
7 Great spots
for walking
1. Gagnef 6. Sterdalen
Gagnef/G9 A 480 km-long network of hiking trails, mainly on Ster/H10 Take the Sterdalen trail for accessible walks in a
ancient footpaths and paths used for summer grazing. The trails unique ravine system running through jungle-like woodland.
run through several nature reserves and summer pastures and Look out for animal and plant species, as well as the birdlife. The
there are huts and shelters along the way. ravine plunges 4050 m down in places and at its bottom the
Ljustern river winds its way to the Dallven river. The hiking trail
2. Slenfjllen Mora largely follows the bank of the river, passing most of the sights in
Slenfjllen/C6 The Slenfjllen mountains offer about 200 km Sterdalen.
of marked hiking trails at varying levels of difficulty. Slen is also
the starting point of the classic 90 km-long Vasaloppet trail that 7. Grvelsjn
pretty much follows the Vasaloppet ski race route, all the way Grvelsjn/A2 This trail starts from the Grvelsjn mountain
down to Mora. This is a walk through varying terrain, and you can station and it can be reached by road. Choose from a number of
split it into stages. Paths with sheltered forest glades, where you trails that vary in length and difficulty. This is a good one if you
can rest by a beautiful woodland lake, give way to open marsh, are coming with the kids, with accommodation at the mountain
where the route runs over boardwalks when its boggy. station and camping pitches.
3. Orsa
ACTIVE
Orsa/F6 The Skrddar-Djurberga trail is a genuine wilderness
experience in a varying landscape. Stop off for views of the
Storstupet canyon, with its 30-m high walls above the river. For
stocking up on carbs, visit the summertime caf at the Skrddar-
SUMMER
Djurberga pasture farm. Length: 15 km.
4. Falun Sundborn
Sundborn/H8 The Carl Larsson trail runs from Lugnet on the out-
skirts of central Falun to Carl Larsson Grden in Sundborn. Signs
16 Buy maps, get advice on local walks, find out about transport and book a guide at the local tourist information centre. 17
Biking Dalarna fantastic
cycling at six destinations
We want everyone who enjoys cycling to feel welcome in Dalarna
and thats why weve created the Biking Dalarna concept. A joint
initiative between the tourist centres of Sfsen, Falun, Slen,
Rttvik, Mora and Idre, it aims to offer our visitors a top quality
cycling experience with more than 900 km of marked cross-
country trails.
A unique feature of the concept is that the centres all use the
same grading system and all the trails are clearly signposted by
Biking Dalarna. There are also excellent additional services such Book a package
as bike cleaning and shower facilities, as well as bike rentals, Youll find a range of accommodation
accommodation and eateries close to the trails. Several of the packages at bikingdalarna.se
destinations also have kid-friendly facilities and amenities.
bikingdalarna.se
Sfsen Resort Falun There are cycle paths that take you out
Sfsen/Fredriksberg/E11 Sfsen, just out- Falun/H9 Falun is the biggest town in into mountain terrain, cross-country and
side Ludvika in southern Dalarna, offers Dalarna and a classic cycling destina- on-road.
a variety of cycling attractions all in one tion in Sweden. The gently rolling terrain Downhill: ............................................................ No
place. It has many clearly marked cross- around Lugnet in Falun offers plenty Cross-country: .............. 4 trails, tot. 27 km
country trails. Also go here for on-road of opportunities for mountain biking. Road: ................................ 2 trails, tot. 128 km
cycling and child-friendly cycle paths and Several well-marked trails with special Leisure: ............................................................... No
trails. The whole family can enjoy cycling hand-dug routes. Hire: .................................................................... Yes
together in Sfsen. Lift: ..................................................................... Yes
Downhill: ............................................................ No
Downhill: .... Closed 2015 due construction Cross-country: .............. 2 trails, tot. 22 km
Cross-country: ........ 13 trails, tot. 336 km Road: .................................................................... No Slen
Road: ................................. 2 trails, tot. 96 km Leisure: ................................ 1 trail, tot. 20 km Slen/C6 In Slen youll find excellent
Dalarna by bike cycling in Dalarna. Lift: ..................................................................... Yes several well-constructed downhills
Rttvik reached by chair lift. The trails vary and
Mora Rttvik/G7 The forests around Rttvik theres something for everyone, even a
Dalarna has fantastic cycling for everyone. Quiet childrens play area. Several beautiful
Mora/F7 Mora, close to lake Siljan, offers offer world-class mountain biking.
country roads for road bikes, leisure cycling and tour- cross-country trails start at Klppen.
you a variation of biking for families and Jarlstugan lies close to the shore of Lake
ing, as well fabulous cross-country tracks and tough more demanding bikers. The famous Some of the best single-track trails in
Siljan and is the hub of a system that
downhills for mountain bikes. There are also many terrain in Mora invites you to exciting, offers some 40 km of mountain bike Sweden are in Rrbcksns, a small
places where you can hire bikes. Come and discover varying and beautiful biking. One cross- trails. Also offers leisure cycling. village west of Slen, starting from the
Dalarna on two wheels. country trail partly follows the Vasalop- school in the centre of the village. In Lima,
Downhill: ............................................................ No about 30 minutes by car, south of Slen,
pet trail. All paths and trails start and end
Cycling on country roads Vasaloppet by bike!
at hotel Moraparken.
Cross-country: ............. 5 trails, tot. 44 km
Road: .................................................................... No
You will find some of Biking Dalarnas
newest cross-country trails.
in the heart of Dalarna The famous Vasaloppet Ski Race has a two-wheeled equivalent. Downhill: ............................................................ No Leisure: .............................. 2 trails, tot. 41 km
Downhill: .................................................. 6 trails
Siljansleden is a 310 km-long cycling trail that winds through the Starting in Slen in the Dalafjllen mountains with the finish line Cross-country: ............. 5 trails, tot. 99 km Hire: .................................................................... Yes
countryside around Lake Siljan and in the valleys that border Road: ................................ 2 trails, tot. 100 km Lift: ....................................................................... No Cross-country: ........ 27 trails, tot. 405 km
in Mora, CykelVasan has become a major success, attracting thou-
lakes Oresjn, Skattungen and Orsasjn. Do it section by section Leisure: ............................ 2 trails, tot. 56 km Road: ................................ 2 trails, tot. 160 km
sands of mountain biking enthusiasts. The race is 90 km-long and
to suit the amount of time and energy you have available. Hire: .................................................................... Yes Idre Leisure: .......................... 7 trails, tot. 236 km
takes place in August every year but the route is open throughout
Pick your own starting point for routes around Siljan Lift: ....................................................................... No Idre/B3 Most of the cycling in Idre Fjll Hire: .................................................................... Yes
the season.
Leksand, Rttvik, Mora or Orsa. Signs make it easy to follow the is designed so that the whole family Lift: ..................................................................... Yes
trail and there are several places to stop off for a rest or to camp. can enjoy exploring the great outdoors.
18 For more advice about cycling and cycle hire, as well as lift opening times, see the tourist information centres and visitdalarna.se 19
Canoeing Experience Lake Runn
in Dalarna
and its many islands
by sea kayak
4 Fantastic
canoeing spots
1. Slen/Malung
Slen/C6 Slen Canoe Centre provides plenty of excellent
canoeing options. The Fuluns-Slen trail is an ideal route for
families, with plenty of places to stop off and rest along the
way. The trail begins with some white water stretches suitable
for beginners followed by a smooth run of 20 km down to Slen.
Further south in Malung (D8) there are excellent opportunities to
enjoy fantastic canoeing on the mighty Vsterdallven river.
2. Prmleden
Lngshyttan/I9 35 km long, this canoeing and boating trail runs
through southern Dalarna. Starting in Edsken or Lngshyttan,
the trail runs all the way to the Dallven river. The routes are well
Water,
signposted and there are plenty of spots to stop off for a rest At Leksand Som-
with campfire sites and shelters. There are several places along marland there are
exciting waterslides.
wonderful water
the route where you can hire canoes and buy maps and a lock to
pass through in the beautiful setting of the former silver smelting
works between lakes Fullen and Grycken.
The clean lakes and rivers of Dalarna are perfect for
3. Malingsbo-Kloten fishing, canoeing and glorious, refreshing dips during
Malingsbo/H11 You can paddle this nature reserve with its many the summer months.
beautiful canoe trails. The area is easily accessible with a wide
range of campsites and holiday villages. There are also experi- Siljansbadet
enced guides who will take you on a beaver safari by canoe. Rttvik/G7 Visit the 628-m long jetty in Rttvik where the water
is shallow and theres a silky, sandy beach perfect for
4. Fnforsen in Bjrbo swimming and great for families. Siljanbadets Camping has
Bjrbo/F9 With an overall length of 900 m and a fall of 9 m, the camping pitches and cottages right by the beach. And at the long
Fnforsen rapids are the largest river rapids south of Norrland. jetty you can catch a cruise on the good ship M/S Gustaf Wasa.
Many of Swedens top white-water canoeists cut their teeth on Too slow? Then try the nearby Rttvik dry toboggan run for a
A swimming contest for the really tough
Fnforsen. The site hosts international competitions every year, family-friendly adrenaline buzz.
Vansbro/E9 The small community of Vansbro in western Dalarna
including slalom and white-water racing. If youre feeling really
hosts Vansbrosimningen, one of the worlds biggest open water
adventurous why not shoot the rapids in a rubber dinghy.
swimming events. Competitors swim a 3,000 m course in the Orsa Camping Leksand Sommarland
fast-flowing water of the Vann and Vsterdallven rivers. This Orsa/F6 The over 1 km-long sandy beach at Orsa Camping is Leksand/G8 On the shore of Lake Siljan lies Leksand Sommar-
is a swimming challenge like no other, in early July every year. often called Dalarnas Riviera and is popular with families and land, a summer-open water park and amusement park. Water
Are you up for it? others for its shallow water, playgrounds and volleyball net right slides, pools, merry-go-rounds, obstacle courses and bouncy
on the beach. Nearby is Orsa Campings pool area with three castles, its got it all. Also go-carting, a pirate ship, adventure
pools and two water slides. trails, bowling... Your kids will love it.
20 For more information about canoe routes and canoe hire, visit visitdalarna.se or contact the tourist information centres. 21
Wildlife up close
Dalarna is rich in wildlife. Bears, wolves, elk, wolverine,
lynx and eagle owls can all be found in the county. If you
want to see animals really up close, many of them can
be found at Orsa Rovdjurspark (Predators park), or how
about a wildlife safari with an experienced guide?
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lived in Sweden in the Bronze Age. The species is threatened sions in Orsa finnmark, an area that has the densest bear popula-
with extinction but in Avesta work is under way to save them. tion in Sweden. This is a unique opportunity to go out with a bear
Fishing Visitors to Avesta Bison Park get to walk among the animals and
travel back to the dawn of time. There is also a Bison Caf serving
researcher and study bears in their natural environment.
2. Runn
Runn/H9 The Runn lake system between Falun and Borlnge
is known for its excellent pike fishing and offers unique fishing
opportunities year-round. The character of the lake, with its many
Remember:
islands and several neighbouring lakes, offers a wide variety of
Fishing in Dalarna is managed by different fishing conservation
fishing. You can book a local fishing guide with boat and equip-
associations and you need to buy a fishing permit. There are also
ment hire.
different rules on where, when and how you are allowed to fish in
the different waters. Fishing permits can usually be bought at the
3. Dallven and Hovran lake or watercourse itself, at nearby petrol stations, in grocery
Hedemora/I10 The mighty river, Dallven, dominates the fishing shops, or from tourist information centres. Also remember to
waters of southern Dalarna. The river and the lakes through which bring your fishing gear as this can only be hired at particular
it runs offer some of the best pike-fishing waters in Sweden. Every spots. Read more about fishing spots at visitdalarna.se.
year 120 cm long specimens and bigger are caught here. Accommo-
dation, fishing guides and boat hire are all available locally.
22 For opening hours and more ideas for animal safaris, visit visitdalarna.se or the tourist information centre. 23
4 Places that
have it all More adventures
Museum of the Future
Some destinations in Dalarna offer all types of Borlnge/H9 If you enjoy experiments,
outdoors activities, whether youre a family seeking Fish going for the bait in
the Museum of the Future in Borlnge is
just the place for you. The museum is a
adventure, or you just want to enjoy a peaceful day in one Dalarnas many small
lakes on a summers eve. large and exciting play area for children
the great outdoors.
and adults who are fascinated by science
and technology. Find out more about your
Fabulous views in The call of the wild in senses, travel through space and learn
Slen and on Idre Fjll Sfsen and Orsa Grnklitt more about the laws of physics.
biggest 2
areas and ski slopes in Dalarna, read more at
visitdalarna.se
ski resorts
from north to south
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1. Fjtervlen 2. Idre 5
Fjll
7
Fjtervlen/C3 Fjtervlen is in Idrefjl-
len. Expect well-prepared ski slopes for
beginners and advanced skiers, but dont Idre/B3 Idre Fjll offers
8
expect lift queues or crowded slopes, skiing in all four direc-
there is plenty of room for everyone at tions, which means you can
Fjtervlen. All the slopes end at the
same point, making it easier to meet up
always find the sheltered
side, or the sunny side of the 9
again. The childrens area Pingvinen is mountain. Gaze out over the
ideal for small children learning to ski and Norwegian mountains on the
also has a play area and barbecue spot. horizon and ski from your cottage
straight to the nearest lift. The huge
No. of lifts: .................................................. 4
variety of this ski area means its got
No. of pistes: ............................................. 18
Cross-country trails (prepared): .... 15 km everything from Dalarnas steepest slope,
Lit trails:........................................................ No Chocken, to gentler options for begin-
Ski school: ................................................... Yes ners, making it an ideal choice for a family
Ski hire: ......................................................... Yes skiing holiday. The slopes often start and
Restaurants/cafs: ................................ 1
stop at the same place so theres no risk
fjatervalen.se of losing each other.
No. of lifts: .................................................. 27
No. of pistes: ............................................. 40
Cross-country trails (prepared): .... 62 km
Lit trails:........................................................ 30 km 3. Stten
SKI
Ski school: ................................................... Yes
Ski hire: ......................................................... Yes Stten/B6 The Stten ski centre in the
Restaurants/cafs: ................................ 8/3 surrounds of the Slen area has some
of the best ski slopes in Sweden. Its the
Ski from your doorstep skiing that counts here. Accommodation
RESORTS
Whatever accommodation you choose at is ski-in, ski-out, so that you dont have to
Idre Fjll, its never more than 250 m away wrestle your skis off until you reach your
from the pistes, and all the accommoda- front door. Transport lifts and transport
tion is ski-in, ski-out, which means you routes mean the slopes are never far
dont have to take your skis off until you away, whether youre staying in a cottage,
SKIING FOR EVERYONE reach your front door. an apartment or in the hotel.
mountains and there are many smaller ski Mountain ski tours No. of pistes: ............................................. 33
Cross-country trails (prepared): .... 20 km
Idre Fjll is a beautiful setting for ski
resorts further south in the region. As well tours, such as the route across Stdjan to
Lit trails:........................................................ 3 km
Ski school: ................................................... Yes
as downhill and cross-country skiing, several Nipfjllet. There are also excellent cross- Ski hire: ......................................................... Yes
resorts also offer dog sledding, snowmobile country trails through varying terrain. Restaurants/cafs: ................................ 7/2
driving and pony trekking. idrefjall.se stoten.se
26 Read more about the ski resorts and accommodation on their web sites. 27
Dalarna offers world
class alpine skiing.
28 Read more about the ski resorts and accommodation on their web sites. Read more about the ski resorts and accommodation on their web sites. 29
Cross-country skiing
Freedom on the beaten track
In Dalarna cross-country skiing is a popular pastime. Youll find plenty of
3 Great spots for
cross-country
skiing
well-prepared cross-country tracks. Some are close to urban areas while 1. Lugnet
others wind their way through deep forests. Falun/Lugnet/H9 At Lugnet on the out-
skirts of Falun you get to ski in the tracks
of champions. Lugnet has hosted the
World Cup final and a number of other top
On the right track events in the past few years and hosted
Usually all the trails start from one central the Nordic World Ski Championships in
point where you can choose to take the 2015. So what we are talking about here
shorter or the longer route. Trails are is world-class trails of varying length and
usually from 2.5 km up to 15 km. Some are difficulty and usually quite a lot of hills
lit so you can go skiing in the evenings. and bends.
There are ski schools too, ask the tourist
information centres for more details. 2. Orsa-Grnklitt
Orsa Grnklitt/F6 Orsa Grnklitt is one of
the best places in Sweden for cross-
country skiing. The combination of excel-
lent, varied trails and plenty of snow from
November to April makes it the perfect
skiing experience for all ages. This is
where the Swedish cross-country team
come to train so it must be pretty good.
3. Gyllbergen
Gyllbergen/G9 This wilderness recrea-
ACTIVE
classic Scandinavian ways of enjoying the great outdoors. We tend to do to bring food with you as there are no
it in the spring when the weather is warmer but the snow is still on the shops out here. A large number of trails
ground. varying in length and quality.
WINTER
For your own safety make sure you leave a description of your route with the
nearest ski centre before setting off.
30 More advice on cross-country skiing and hiring ski equipment is available from the tourist information centres and visitdalarna.se 31
Enjoy sparkling sunny
days on the ice.
5 Great skating
routes in Dalarna
1. Runn Falun/Borlnge
Falun/H9 Well-ploughed trails on Lake Runn with its many
islands. A total of 50 km of trail, varying in length and great for
long skating trips. The easiest place to start is in Falun at Frmby
Udde or Roxns. You can hire skates there too. The Runn Winter
Week is held annually in February, and as its name suggests, it is a
week of skating contests and events.
2. Prmleden
Stjrnsund/I9 A skating trip on the borders of the provinces of
Ice skating part of the lake and bring your trip to a close at Dala-Floda
Vrdshus for a wood-fired sauna and the chance to swim through
a hole in the ice.
Our frozen lakes
a winter wonderland 5. Ster
Ster/H10 The trail on Lake Ljustern is approximately 7 km long
Dalarna might have been made for skating on lake and circles a beautiful island that is a popular stop off point. A
ice. The first enthusiasts are out on the ice as soon as good place to start is the sports hall in the Sknvik area, or the
it is thick enough. For much of the season there are campsite Sters Camping.
marked, ploughed routes, varying in length.
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Explore far and
More winter
wide by snowmobile wonderland ideas
Love snow, speed and adventure? Then a snowmobile
is for you. Driving a snowmobile is a great way of get- Build your own igloo!
Falun/H9 If youre in Falun or Borlnge
ting out and about and covering long distances across
during the winter, try a bit of iglooing on
snow and ice.
Lake Runn. You get to spend the night
With the cold wind in your face, you whizz easily through the in an igloo and you can even help build
snow-covered landscape. Join an experienced guide on a snow- it. Youll be snug inside a sleeping bag of
mobile safari. Take a break and warm your hands with a cup of warm reindeer hide and a good nights
coffee or hot chocolate while gazing out at the deep forests, the sleep is guaranteed. Swimming in a hole
wide expanses of a frozen lake and the bare mountain tops. in the ice (if youre feeling brave) and a
wood-fired sauna are also on offer.
Winter madness
Dog sledding Falun/Lugnet/H9 Clash of Nations is an
annual extreme sports event at Lugnet
Theres something unique about being in a sled behind Remember: in Falun. Top snowcross and snowmobile
a pack of excited dogs who want nothing more than to Driving a snowmobile is regulated by riders gather to compete across a range
run. law. You may only drive on marked trails of events all of them spectacular, we
on ground with good snow cover. Maps promise you. Clash of Nations sees the
Swishing through the snow, its a perfect way of experiencing the
showing the trails can be bought from town fill up with thousands of thrill-seek-
stunning countryside and enjoying an exciting, high-speed activ-
tourist information centres. ing visitors. Why not join them?
ity at the same time. Slen, Idre and Orsa, and other places too,
all offer dog sledding.
Snowshoes get you out
and about
Rttvik/G7 Snow-shoeing is becoming
increasingly popular in Sweden. Snow-
shoes have been around for millennia,
Dalarna on
(C4), go on a guided snowshoe walk for
adults and children. Together you study
horseback
animal tracks, make an open fire and cook
sausages.
The Siljan Snowshoe Race is held annu-
Dalarna offers adventure on horse-
ally in Rttvik (C4), where the course runs
back in summer and winter. up Rttviks slalom slope. It is Swedens
Riding is a perfect way to get out and largest snowshoe race and there are
about in the countryside, and several classes for elite entrants and ordinary
places in Dalarna run pony treks. Whether keep-fit enthusiasts.
youre an experienced rider or a complete
beginner, theres something for everyone,
adults and children. Discover the natural
landscape on a guided ride through forest
or fields, or enjoy a glorious trek over the
open, snow-covered fells.
34 More advice on winter activities is available from the tourist information centres and visitdalarna.se 35
Take a pit-stop for a fika.
Town walks
Dalarna is a province where nature dominates but we
do have towns too. Do a spot of shopping, have a cof-
fee, or just experience small-town Swedish life.
Mora
Mora/F7 The town of Mora lies on the shore Lake Siljan and it is
famous for its skilled craftspeople. Do some modern shopping in
a historic urban setting, wandering down the pedestrian street.
Everything here is close by, including the not-to-be-missed Zorn
Museum and the beautiful 13th century church.
Hedemora
Hedemora/I10 Hedemora is a friendly town in southern Dalarna.
It became a town in 1446, making it Dalarnas oldest and only
medieval town. Sights to see when youre here include Hedemora
Theatre Barn, the large square, named as the most beautiful
cobbled square in Sweden, and the church dating back to the 14th
century.
Ster
rural idyll Swedes have been
making these popular
Ster/H10 The small town of Ster is located in central Dalarna
cinnamon buns since the
and well worth a visit. Dating back to the 17th century, Ster is 1920s. Perfect for a fika.
a classic Swedish town with wooden buildings. The town centre
TOWNS
features well-preserved farmhouses and winding alleyways, as
well as the town hall, hotel and church. Everything you would want
to do or see here is within comfortable walking distance.
& FOOD
Falun
a welcoming and varied town centre
Falun/H9 Falun has Dalarnas largest town centre, comprising
several districts that vary in character. Between Falun Mine and
And dont forget to fika!
DALARNA A WORLD
the centre, youll find Elsborg, with its red cottages, fences and
lanes. Have a wander round, admire the beautiful buildings and Swedes have a fika twice every day; one in the morning and one
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Classic food Pasture farms
Enjoy fabulous
cheeses from Crispbread
Go local! Falukorv
The popular sausage, Falukorv, is one of the most common
There are plenty of places in Dalarna where you can meals in Swedish homes. It is usually eaten fried with potatoes
buy local food from the producers themselves. Many or pasta. The sausage originated in Falun in Dalarna, from where
farms have little farm shops selling meat, sausages, it gets its name. Lines of twined ox hide were used to winch up
cheese, vegetables, bread, etc. Many food producers the copper ore at Falun Mine. The oxen were driven to Falun
also offer activities linked to their food production. and slaughtered at the mine, where expert Germans taught the
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Swedes how to turn the smoked ox meat into delicious sausages.
Farm shops The smoked sausage took on the name falukorv in the late 19th
century.
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worth a visit
Tunnbrd Pasture farms
1. Stora Lunn Grdsmejeri Tunnbrd is a thin bread that is very popular in Dalarna. The
Lunn/I9 At Stora Lunn the mountain cows graze beside the bread is baked according to local traditions, one version known to visit
dairy where their milk is made into high-quality cheese. Its as Tutull is made from wheat and potatoes. It is rolled into a
all done by hand and with lots of TLC. Stora Lunn is about 20 cone and filled with various fillings. Youll find tunnbrd in gro- 1. Karl Tvsens fbod
km south of Falun and is a miners farm dating back to the 15th cery shops. To see how typical tunnbrd from Dalarna is made, Falukorv is very Vikarbyn/G7 Experience history on this working farm outside
century. Visit the farm shop to buy its cheeses and a stop off at visit the Rttviks Tunnbrdsbageri bakery in Rttvik (G7). popular in Sweden Rttvik. The mountain farm has been in constant use since the
its caf. at mealtimes. 17th century and serves simple meals, coffee and homemade
bread. Homemade cheese, butter and whey cheese are for sale
2. Sahlins struts when available.
Borlnge/H9 Enjoy a day out with the family at this ostrich farm Top class restaurants
outside Borlnge. Join an ostrich safari, eat ostrich egg ice cream, Dalarna has some of the best restaurants in Sweden according 2. Torrlids fbod
grilled ostrich burgers and enjoy the other activities here. One to Swedish restaurant bible, the White Guide. One of them is lvdalen/E6 Torrlids fbod, north of lvdalen, has been in use
very memorable family outing! Dala-Husby Hotel & Restaurang in Dala Husby outside Hedemora. since the 17th century. Relax in the peaceful environment and ex-
This small restaurant is located in a gorgeous rural setting on perience a traditional mountain farm. The milk from the animals
3. Hansj Mejeri the Dallven river, and has been ranked one of Swedens best is turned into cheese, butter and whey cheese. Products can be
Orsa/F6 The dairy Hansj Mejeri sells its own blue cheese, hard restaurants several years in-a-row. bought in the caf, which also serves coffee and homebaking.
cheese and cream cheese, as well as other local products. The Other top-class restaurants include Bruntegrden in Rttvik, Fancy a longer stay? Spend the night in a cottage and wake up to
cheese is made from milk from the dairys own cows, milked the Tv rum & kk in Falun, Onkel Jean in Slen and Dala Floda Vrds- the sound of the cowbells.
same day. Thats what we call fresh. hus in Dala Floda.
3. Arvselens fbod
4. Grangrde Musteri Arvselen/D8 A working mountain dairy farm where the songs
Grangrde/G10 Here they grow produce such as organic blackcur- and the calls of the herdsfolk echo between the mountains.
rants and strawberries. At Tillmans Grdsbutik och Caf here, Skilled hands transform the milk into golden yellow butter and
you can buy organic, homemade products such as jam, marma- delicious cheeses. Arvselens fbod is open to visitors. Take a
lade and juice. The caf also serves cakes and lunch, all home- mountain dairy farming course, help with the work on the farm,
made of course. or just enjoy a cup of coffee.
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Frykss, north of Orsa, is one of Swedens best
preserved pasture farms. Stay in the heart of the
countryside in a peaceful rural setting, either in
the hotel or a cottage.
Rent a cottage
Dalarna has a big
choice of beautiful traditional and welcoming
campsites. There are lots of lovely cottages to rent in
Dalarna, from the simple back to nature
ACCOMMO-
nature in the most beautiful province of Sweden.
Other accommodation
And then there are all our Bed & Break-
fasts, hostels and guesthouses too...
Borlnge Orsa
Sveagatan 1 Dalagatan 1
SE - 784 33 Borlnge SE - 794 30 Orsa
+46 (0)771-62 62 62 +46 (0)248-79 72 00
Falun Rttvik
Trotzgatan 1012 Riksvgen 40
SE - 791 83 Falun SE - 795 32 Rttvik
+46 (0)771-62 62 62 +46 (0)248-79 72 00
Gagnef Smedjebacken
Lindberghallen, Djurs Hamnen
SE - 785 80 Gagnef SE - 77 730 Smedjebacken
+46 (0)771-62 62 62 +46 (0)771-62 62 62
Hedemora Slen
stra jrnvgsgatan 5/ Centrumhuset
Resecentrum SE - 780 67 Slen
SE - 77 635 Hedemora +46 (0)280-187 00
+46 (0)225-343 48
Ster
Idre Salutorget Rdhuset
Framgrdsvgen 1 SE - 783 27 Ster
SE - 790 91 Idre +46 (0)771-62 62 62
+46 (0)253- 59 82 00
Vansbro
Ludvika Lokstallet
Bergslagsgatan 10 SE - 780 50 Vansbro
SE - 771 82 Ludvika +46 (0)771-62 62 62
+46 (0)771-62 62 62
lvdalen
Malung Dalgatan 47
FalunMora...................................1.15 h
MalmFalun................................8.5 h
GteborgFalun..........................5.5 h
Falun Slen..................................2.5 h
FalunFredriksberg..................1.5 h
OsloFalun.....................................6 h
KpenhamnFalun.....................9 h
StockholmFalun.......................3 h
FalunIdre......................................3 h
Getting to and around
Leksand
By train:
By car:
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