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About Värmland in Sweden

The province of Värmland, Sweden

The province of Värmland offers a large number of activities and attractions both summer and winter. Värmland is without a doubt, a paradise for vacations and holidays in Sweden, the cabins here are also suitable for those of you who want a quiet and low key holiday, or if you want to go out and try something new, there is everything from quiet canoeing, kayaking or rafting on various rivers. The waters here offer a really genuine adventure and a fantastic untouched nature in Sweden.

Not only does the nature vary in Värmland, the cabins here range from luxurious cottages in a luxurious standard of living to simpler cottages with a more modest and charming design. It is entirely up to you how you want to spend your vacation.


Facts about Värmland

It is often said that Värmland sits on water. There are about 10,500 lakes In Värmland, one of them is Vänern the largest lake in Sweden and Europe's third largest lake. Other large lakes are Fryken, Glafsfjorden and Värmeln. The Klarälven River stretches about 300 km from north to south and empties into Lake Vänern.

Under the category “Lakeside Cottages”/ you will find a cabins that is located near lakes in Värmland.

Värmland has an area of about 18,200 km2 and just over 300,000 inhabitants live here. Värmland is located in the middle part of Sweden, and borders Västmanland and Närke in the east, Västergötland and Dalsland in the south, Norway in the west and Dalarna in the northeast.


Fishing in Värmland

Close to our cabins in Värmland there are an infinite number of lakes and streams with different species of fish, which is perfect if you are interested in fishing. The fishing varies greatly and in Lake Vänern alone there are 38 fish species. Fishing here suits both professionals and recreational fishing as well as young and old.

If you’re interested in fishing, book a cabin that have indicated that they have good fishing available.


Tourist attractions in Värmland

You can see the most beautiful side of Swedish nature among our cabins in Värmland - green forests, lots of fresh air and an infinite number of animal species such as. Moose, Wolf and more.  Nature and wilderness are always close by, there is also more to discover, nice places and many farms from different eras.


Art and exhibitions

► there are a large number of art exhibitions In Värmland for you to visit. You can visit the exhibitions both in the cities and in the countryside.


Karlstad and cities

► Sunny Karlstad is located on the northern shore of Vänern. Karlstad is Värmland's largest city with over 60,000 inhabitants. You will find a large selection of tourist attractions, shopping, restaurants, museums, galleries and other entertainment in Karlstad. A day here provides a stimulating break from the tranquility of your cottage.

There are several towns and places around Värmland worth a visit, e.g. Arvika, Kristinehamn and Torsby.


Granberget

► Granberget by Höljes is Värmland's highest mountain with a 10km -wide view of the surrounding landscape. Here you will find a well visited lookout point with a tower.


Tossebergsklätten

►The most famous hill is the fabled Tossebergsklätten between Sunne and Torsby. At the top of the hill you will find a nice restaurant that offers a view.


Mårbacka - Selma Lagerlöf's home

► Mårbacka is the author Selma Lagerlöf's home and now also a memorial in her name, here you can visit the house where Selma was born and raised. Selma Lagerlöf is one of the most successful and appreciated authors in Sweden.


Rottneros Park

► Rottneros park a fantastic flower and sculpture park. The sculpture park is one of Sweden's and Europe's largest. Here you can also visit Nils Holgersson's adventure park for children.


Karlsborg Fortress

► Karlsborg Fortress is one of the largest and best-preserved fortresses in Sweden. The fortress is open to tourists. You can take a guided tour or join a treasure hunt.

 

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