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Snowshoe hike with reindeer at Renbiten in Grövelsjön. Photo: Emmie Bolmstedt, Visit Sweden.

Welcome to the heart of Sweden - where nature and culture meet

Dalarna in Sweden has something to offer all year round. Here, culture and nature come together in perfect harmony, and the local traditions are just as vibrant as the breathtaking landscapes. Did you know that Dalarna is the favorite destination among Swedes? Now it’s time to share this gem with the rest of the world.

In the Dalarna region you will find some of the best trails Sweden has to offer. Photo: Anna Holm, Visit Dalarna.

Press trip available: Welcome to Sweden's largest cycling paradise

Biking Dalarna's destinations deliver a large selection of trails for a guaranteed great overall experience, regardless of whether you are a beginner or an expert. In addition to top-class cycling, there are accommodations with extra service for both you and your bike. A variety of activities, cultural experiences and good food and drink make your cycling vacation complete.
Biking Dalarna is a

In Dalarna there are plenty of lakes where you can swim. Here nature is always accessible. Photo: Sara Rönne.

Available press trip - prepare for an active outdoor summer holiday in Dalarna, Sweden

Imagine a place where you can run barefoot through the grass and dive into inviting lakes. Enjoy bright summer nights and quiet mornings, rolling mountains, deep forests, untouched meadows and charming villages with red wooden houses. Experiencing a Scandinavian summer is something truly magical. In Dalarna, you will find a lot of fantastic adventures that will make your vacation memorable. Here w

At Zorngården in Mora, Dalarna. Photo: Sara Rönne.

Press trip, final call: experience Scandinavian summer in Dalarna, Sweden

Would you, as a journalist, be interested in experiencing summer in Dalarna - a place where unspoilt nature and authentic culture meet and create unforgettable memories? Dalarna’s deep forests, woodland lakes, rivers and waterfalls make it the perfect place for outdoor activities. We have the luxury of space and spectacular surroundings. Culturally, Dalarna is the most Swedish of Swedish provinces

At Zorngården in Mora, Dalarna. Photo: Sara Rönne.

Experience Scandinavian summer in Dalarna, Sweden

Experience summer in Dalarna - a place where unspoilt nature and authentic culture meet and create unforgettable memories. Dalarna’s deep forests, woodland lakes, rivers and waterfalls make it the perfect place for outdoor activities. We have the luxury of space and spectacular surroundings. Culturally, Dalarna is the most Swedish of Swedish provinces too. The iconic red cottages originate from he

The new sauna is located 80 meters underground in the Adventure Mine in Dalarna, Sweden.

World-unique underground sauna in the Adventure Mine

It’s now possible to experience a world-unique sauna in the heart of Dalarna. As part of a guided tour, you can venture down into a disused mine to experience the newly opened sauna. You can also indulge in a mystical, atmospheric sauna ritual.

Bjursås Berg & Sjö is one of the first facilities to put the concept to the test. Photo: Anna Holm/Visit Dalarna

Testing a new hosting concept: Outdoor Qualified certificate

A pilot test of a brand new concept is currently in progress, with some of Dalarna's accommodation facilities being certified as Outdoor Qualified by Visit Dalarna. “As a certified Outdoor Qualified accommodation facility, we can create conditions to attract completely new target groups and offer more incentives for the visitor to travel,” says Andreas Hermansson, Outdoor business developer.

Floating tube fishing with Anglerman Fishing Adventure. Photo: Anglerman Fishing Adventure.

Dalarna: an amazing destination for fishing throughout the year

Dalarna, in central Sweden, is a paradise for all fishing enthusiasts. We have deep lakes, wide rivers, thrilling ice fishing and small, hidden waterways where you can sneak up and not scare away the fish that are trying to stay hidden. Several companies offer guided fishing tours and courses combined with accommodation.

Visit Sweden's yearly sales event will be held in Falun 18th and 19th of May. Photo: Anna Holm/Visit Dalarna

Swedish Workshop international event in Falun

Visit Sweden’s yearly sales event, Swedish Workshop, is coming to Falun on May 18-19. Swedish Workshop is an incredibly valuable opportunity for creating and developing contacts with international tour operators, which in turn generate future long-term business partnerships for Dalarna's hospitality companies’, says Tatjana Summermatter, international business developer, Visit Dalarna.

Vasaloppet 100 year anniversary. Photo: Vasaloppet

Vasaloppet - 100 year anniversary

Vasaloppet, the ski race between Sälen and Mora, is the world’s biggest long-distance ski race. In 2022, Vasaloppet will be 100 years old and celebrated with a Jubileumsvasa (Jubilee Vasaloppet), a race in tribute to the pioneers that put the first race together in 1922 with 139 participants. Also a new race, Vasaloppet 10, is intended to be a roughly 10 km long, 100th birthday party.

Cross-country skiing in Grövelsjön. Photo: Anna Holm/Visit Dalarna

7 tips on peaceful winter activities in Dalarna

In Dalarna in central Sweden, you’ll find everything you need for a calm yet active winter holiday . Relax, unwind and enjoy nature and explore sparkling winter environments where you yourself choose the pace. Snowshoe walking, cross-country skiing, winter fishing, winter hiking, outdoor cooking and more.

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