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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.
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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

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.

Most hikes in Grövelsjön have unbeatable views on offer. It doesn’t take long to get up to the bare mountains and see the expansive views for yourself. Photo: Per Hagdahl/VisitDalarna

Hiking in Grövelsjön in northern Dalarna

Hiking in the Dalecarlian mountains in Central Sweden late summer and autumn is magical with the beautiful colours and the crispy air! At Grövelsjön in Northern Dalarna, there are opportunities everywhere for getting out into wide-ranging and amazing natural environments without too much effort. It's possible to get a real mountain experience only 6 hours from Stockholm.

Idre Fjäll in northern Dalarna is one of the resorts with a wide range of outdoor activities. Photo: Erik Kilström/Visit Dalarna

A complete outdoor holiday in Dalarna

Whether you are a family raring to go on a canoeing adventure or friends who want to experience challenging mountain bike trails, the region Dalarna in central Sweden has several places where you can find outdoor activities, accommodation and food experiences all in the same place, year round. From Säfsen Resort in the south to Idre Fjäll in the north.

Three girls in folk costume in Leksand, Dalarna. Photo: Kola Productions / Visit Dalarna

Everything you need to know about Midsummer in Dalarna

​Light summer nights, flowers in your hair, raising the Maypole, traditional clothing and music, these are the things most often associated with the Midsummer holiday, celebrating the start of the summer. And, for a lot of people, Midsummer in Dalarna, central Sweden, is symbolic of a Swedish summer.

A polar bear cub is born in Dalarna. Photo Grönklittsgruppen/Orsa Predator Park

Unique baby news at Orsa Predator Park in Dalarna, Sweden

A healthy polar bear cub is born in Dalarna. It is unusual that polar bears have cubs in zoos, and only fifty percent of the cubs survive the first critical weeks. 'The first couple of weeks were nerve-racking of course, since it was a big risk that the cub would not survive', says Johanna Berglund, caretaker in the park.

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