THE MAGICAL STORFORSEN a Spellbinding Experience That Leaves No One Untouched

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THE MAGICAL STORFORSEN A spellbinding experience that leaves no one untouched

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Getfor an ready adventure in Swedish Laplands hidden pearl i n b e t w e e n l u s h va l l e y s , high mountains, glistening lakes, majestic river landscapes and vast flowering meadows, you will find the summer paradise that is Älvsbyn. Our warm days and light summer nights give you time for adventure and experiences every hour of every day. Here you can visit the magical Storforsen and its aqualand, shaped by the force of the water, with natural formations and pools evolved over thousands of years. Bathe in the sun and enjoy the view from sunlit cliffs, cook a light lunch at one of the campfire sites. Go fishing in wild river streams or calm lakes. See the salmon spawn at the salmon ladder by the 11 metre high waterfall at Fällforsen, walk through the beautiful old-growth forests in our many nature reserves or go horse riding far beyond the public roads and enjoy the great silence. There’s something for your tastebuds too - at restaurants and out in the wild. Why not go on a cloudberry safari, looking for our delicious gold? Yes, nature has been generous to Älvsbyn, the region has been given many loving nicknames. Älvsbyn is described as "the pearl of Norrbotten". This metaphor stems from the fact that, seen from above, Älvsbyn looks like a pearl framed by high mountains and deep forests, lined with a glistening, azu- re band; the Pite River - one of Sweden’s national rivers. Beautiful natural environments and hospitable people have led several major Swedish and foreign film companies to come here. This is a place to enjoy life, regardless of whether you seek high-tempo adventures or a calm, peaceful stay with your feet safely resting in the deep green moss. Come and let Älvsbyn open up your senses. Breathe the forest fragrance, hear the thundering river and treat your taste buds to delicacies from the local kitchen and the forest’s pantry.

You are welcome to share our everyday life and discover your very own summer pearls in Älvsbyn.

2 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN Älvsbyn - the hidden pearl of Swedish Lapland

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MAJESTIC, WILD, WIDE Storforsen AND POWERFUL

t h e n at u r a l f o rc e s at Storforsen will leave no one unmoved. The mighty river Storforsen is visited by approximately 150,000 people landscape with the largest unrestricted rapids in northern Europe have attracted every year, making it one of visitors throughout the ages. The surrounding old-growth forest on the banks with the most visited places in Sweden. its rich flora and fauna together with the river have provided transportation, accom- Here you will find barbe- modation, fishing and hunting. If you take a closer look at the seemingly untouched cuing sites useful when landscape you will find many traces of life and work from the past. Up until the spending a whole day by the river. Just remember 1980’s, logs were driven down the river and structures built on the river to assist log that making a fire is some- driving remain to this day. times prohibited during the hottest days of summer. With its five kilometres and 82 metre drop, Storforsen offers one of the most powerful experiences in the region. Here you can follow the frothing masses of water Other rapids and falls in along kilometres of trails and vantage platforms, taking you thrillingly close to the the region Fällforsen whirling waters. “Döda fallet” (lit. The Dead Fall) is one of all the places where the On your way up to water has been forced to forge a new route. Rocks, water and friction have Storforsen, the beautiful helped create a fairytale-like adventure landscape with wild canyons and giant Fällforsen is a great place to stop for a coffee break, cauldrons attracting visitors every day of the summer, regardless of the weather. Cool with a salmon ladder and a down in the water or enjoy the view from the banks, smoothed by the force of the wa- eleven metre high waterfall. During the log driving days, ter, with the sound of the mighty river in the background. You can easily cook a deli- not only logs were driven cious lunch at one of the many campfire sites in the area. No need to bring firewood, here but also barrels of tar. They were transported by you can get that from a firewood storage shed on location. horse and carriage past In this area, there is also a café, souvenir shop, a hotel, a log driving museum and the larger rapids and at many beautiful sights to see. Great efforts have been made to make the area accessible Fällforsen they were rolled along a cobblestone trail, to visitors, with rest spots, information and signed hiking trails. Large parts of the preserved to this day. area are also accessible to disabled people, for example, you can go by wheelchair all the way out to the river, on wooden footbridges.

4 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN Planning a wedding? Naturally beautiful, as if taken from a fairytale, the Storfor- sen Chapel at the foot of Storforsen is an amazing place to get married. Romantic and atmospheric with natural beauty throughout all seasons. This very special chapel has the most

spectacular altar piece imaginable, a window with a perfect Köppe Marcel Photo: view of Storforsen. www.storforsen-hotell.se

Feel the wings of history beating at Forestry and log museum Experience everyday life in the olden days and see the work of foresters and log drivers. Here, at the Storforsen nature reserve, there are around 20 buildings showing how forestry and log driving was done before being mechani- sed in the 50’s. Here you will find tools, MAJESTIC, WILD, WIDE cabins, a charcoal kiln, a tar pit and stables, all telling the story of the past. AND POWERFUL Köppe Marcel Photo: Experiences OF NATURE THAT Storforsen shop This cosy boutique has a wide and great YOU MUST NOT MISS. selection of locally produced crafts and delicacies. Here you will find everything from clothes and jewellery to cookware, decorations and many tasty treats made with Köppe Marcel Photo: regional ingredients and recipes. Perfect as a gift, for yourself or someone you love. www.storforsenshop.com

The Storforsen Outdoor Stage captivates audiences and performers alike Nature and culture become one on the unique outdoor stage that has been built to blend in with the magical natural environment at Storforsen. Like a natural amphitheatre, the rocky mountain sides form balconies and the sound of the river is an atmospheric accompaniment. During the summer, various events are organised here and you can enjoy them sitting on a blanket with a picnic basket. Would you like to know more about this summer’s performers and events? For information visit Storforsen tourist information

Photo: Peter Lundberg Peter Photo: or call +46 929 108 60.

5 Pålsträsk is a popular summer gem. The large lake with its fine sandy bottom and lovely grassy, sandy beach attracts many visitors but there is plenty of space. Find your way here: About 15 km from central Älvsbyn along Swimming possibilities route 94 towards Luleå. Övrabyn is a sand island with lovely dunes, revealing them- BETWEEN FOREST selves as the water of the Pite River recedes. Find your way here: You will need a boat to get here, or, AND MOUNTAINS if the water is low enough, you can wade over from the northern river bank. Vidsel: In central Vidsel, alongside the Pite River, you will find this golden nugget and its sand banks. Find your way here: Take the road down towards the river between Tempo and Renkronan and then turn right. Bredsel: In the stretch of smooth water below Storforsen you will find one of the most beautiful, magnificent places for a cooling dip in all of Sweden, with a view of Storforsen. However, this place is not particularly child-friendly. Find your way here: Located in front of Hotell Storforsen. ALONG THE RIVER THERE ARE Vistträsk: Pst! This pleasantly shallow lake has a very nice sandy, grassy SEVERAL SPOTS WHERE YOU beach. Find your way here: Approx. 20 km from central Älvsbyn CAN COOL OFF IN THE RIVER. along route 94 towards Arvidsjaur. HOWEVER, PLEASE NEVER Manjärv: Another pleasantly shallow lake with very clear water. UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER Find your way here: About 30 km from central Älvsbyn along route 94 towards Arvidsjaur. Turn right towards OF WATER CURRENTS. Manjärv after about 20 km. Korsträsk is a large, pleasantly shallow lake with nearby changing rooms and generous beach spaces, very popular with the locals. Do try it out! Find your way here: About 8 km from central Älvsbyn along route 94 towards Arvidsjaur. Krokträsk is a cosy smaller lake with a well-kept beach and a barbecuing site. Find your way here: Approx. 9 km from central Älvsbyn along route 94 towards Luleå. Turn left towards Brännberg and drive for about 4 km. Granträsk is another one of our lovely, pleasantly shallow lakes. Here you will find everything from a nice grassy beach to changing rooms, a barbecuing site, outdoor tables and benches. Find your way here: About 19 km from central Älvsbyn, drive along Nygårdsvägen and then turn right onto Gran- träskvägen. Selhomen lies by the Pite River, near the Selholmen campsite in central Älvsbyn, with a nice lawn and a fantastic sandy beach with a view of the majestic Hundberget mountain. Lillstrand is a pleasantly shallow lake with a sandy beach, beautifully located with rural, rugged, idyllic surroundings and lush meadows nearby. Accessible for the disabled with a small shop and a car parking. Find your way here: About 6 km from central Älvsbyn along route 94 towards Arvidsjaur. Storforsen is a unique area for cooling dips in wild canyons and giant cauldrons by the thundering Storforsen river. Relax on rocks warmed by the sun and have a fika at one of the many campfire sites with free firewood. Hitta hit: About 40 km from central Älvsbyn along route 374 towards Jokkmokk.

6 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN Foto: Julia Palo Julia Foto: Swimming possibilities BETWEEN FOREST AND MOUNTAINS Foto: Marcel Köppe Marcel Foto: Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo:

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On the boundary between Piteå and ÄlvsbynPst! you can spot the “sitting hen” on Stormyrberget mountain. A rock formation that looks like a hen hatching its eggs, shaped by the moving inland ice sheet during the ice age. It is not all that easy to find but clearly visible if you keep your eyes peeled.

From ancient times into the future Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo:

ä lv s by n i s o n e of the smallest inland municipalities the closeness to nature, the aroma of forests and lakes, of Swedish Lapland, yet it is home to some of the most the sound of the river and nature’s own pantry all help majestic natural and cultural environments. Here there create a unique quality of life. There are 17 different are clearly visible remains of the ice age as well as of nature reserves with everything from unique old- the people who lived here during the Stone Age. Ar- growth mountain forests to rare and protected species chaeological excavations have revealed traces and fin- such as orchids, freshwater pearl mussels and golden dings showing that hunters and trappers lived here as eagles. far back as 7,000 years ago. Don’t let your eyes deceive There are also several sites of significance to mo- you, even if the natural environment looks untouched dern cultural history here, such as the “ghost town” and feels like uncharted wilderness, people have lived Laver, Sweden’s most modern community before the here since ancient times. They lived in small groups, Second World War. Another such place is Kyrkmalmen on whatever nature had to offer. There was no ‘no where religion and science meet: an old church village man’s land’ then, only new areas to discover. Now, you in the heart of Älvsbyn with genuine church cottages have the chance to make the same voyage of discovery surrounding a modern space monument erected in through this amazing natural environment. honour of the pioneering astronomer Knut Lundmark Go discovering along the many hiking trails, or find who lived there. In the late 19th century he was one a route of your own. Give yourself time to relax, find of the pioneers in the field of galactic research that rich fishing waters or a place to bathe, a beautiful view shaped the worldview which we still accept and learn of the river landscape or just simply go for a walka- from to this day. He was also the first to discover dark bout. To the approximately 8,000 residents of Älvsbyn, matter – a mystery that we are still trying to solve.

8 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN EXPLORE THE GHOST TOWN – THE MINING Foto: Gösta Fries Gösta Foto: COMMUNITY THAT DISAPPEARED In the 1930’s, Sweden’s most modern community was built in the middle of the Swedish Lapland wilderness. The Laver mining community had a higher standard of living than most people at that time could imagine with district heating, electric Kekkonen Lennart Photo: stoves, refrigerators, water toilets and electric lighting both indoors and along the streets. In the forest, there was also a store, a school, a fire station, a cinema and a post office. However, just ten years later, the mine was shut down, the buildings were moved and Laver became a ghost town. Today, the ghost town is a popular place to visit, with street signs and building foundations telling the story of the former glory days. We recommend bringing your own fika, snacks and drinks, to enjoy by the old mine that is now a lake, as wide as it is deep. The experience DID YOU KNOW THAT... Laver was probably the inspiration for the fictional ghost town, Mervas, in Elisabeth Rynell’s novel “To Mervas”, often regarded as one of the forest best swedish fictional novels of the 21st century. Opposite to Hotell Storforsen is Bred- selberget mountain. Here you will find an easy trail through the forest where you can learn more about nature and plant life. On the mountain there is also a cottage and places to barbecue, with benches and wind shelters. If you continue further up on the moun-

Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo: tain and more to the right, you will have a fantastic view of Storforsen.

DID YOU KNOW THAT... nature reserves are areas where the natural environment is particularly sensitive? Here, rules are stricter than those which normally apply under the Right of Public Access. Read the signs and follow the rules. Information about the Swedish Right of Public Access can be found at www.allemansratten.se Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo:

WELL WORTH A DAY TRIP – FOLLOW THE CAVEMEN IN MANJÄRV A trip down Manjärv is one of the oldest cultural villages in Älvsbyn, named after the lake memory lane at in the area with the same name. The name is rooted in the Sámi language, meaning the Petrol Museum “the tribe’s lake”. Here you will also find It might not look like much from outside, Finnäset where unique archaeological but behind its doors is a treasure like remains have been found although during no other for nostalgic car enthusiasts. the Stone Age it was an island surroun- The Petrol Museum has two floors with ded by the Gulf of Bothnia. In addition Sweden’s largest exhibition of old petrol to about 20 dwellings, hut foundations, stations from the 1920’s to the 1960’s hearths and fire pits, the oldest identifi- as well as other artefacts such as able human in the Nordics has also been spare parts, advertisements and motor found here, in a 7,000 year old grave, magazines. Everything from pumps to unlike any other in Europe. This archaeo- the smallest little ad and anything and logical trail is captivating for everyone, everything that used to be part of a regardless of age. At the beginning of the well-stocked petrol station. Here you trail there is a campfire site with seating can browse, be amazed and remini- and a table with benches, a perfect place sce for hours. The museum is open on to eat your packed lunch. Johansson Michael Photo: request.

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Tours begin and end at Rikard’s Western Ranch, with a saloon, a saddle workshop, a bathing cabin with a wood-burning sauna and a country store. Everything from day tours to week-long tours in the saddle are available. www.uddaaventyr.com Let nature become your adventure

w e a l l y e a r n f o r f r e e d o m every now and then. Taking each day as it comes is the key to having Just venturing out into the unknown, trying a wonderful summer, together with lovely baths something new, taking each day as it comes. Now of course. Choose between warm lakes or cooling is your chance, because here you can literally dips in the river, sand between your toes or cliffs ride out into new adventures. Just like in the old warmed up by the sun. The ever-varying natural western movies, you can sink into the soft western environment has something for everyone and there saddle and go on long journeys into the unknown. are many jewels to discover. Feel the power and energy of the horse, in symbio- For the daredevils who can’t get enough adventure, sis with nature, set up camp for the night and cook there is also rock climbing on vertical cliffs and your food on an open fire whilst the horses graze whitewater rafting on Europe’s highest unrestricted and cool off by a forest mere. If it’s a hot summer river. Why not try a glider flight, where you can, on night, bring a blanket and sleep out in the open, calm days, enjoy the mile-wide view with the ar- or go swimming in the midnight sun. We promise chipelago in one direction and snow-clad mountain you that Rickard at Udda Äventyr, a western riding peaks in the other. Embrace the holiday freedom, go expert, will make you experience the natural beyond your everyday life and create lifelong memo- environment from a new perspective, in a true ries. Let our constantly varying natural environment cowboy adventure. become your next adventure.

10 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN THRILLING WHITEWATER

RAFTING land och vatten På Photo: IN STORFORSEN Feel the frothing water against your face and your adrenaline pumping. Come on the adventure of your life. The standard tour takes approximately two hours with a safety demon- stration and is carried out with at least six people. Longer tours, with breaks featuring light snacks made with local, natural ingredients, are also available on request. A DID YOU KNOW THAT... Nature reserves are areas where the fewPEARLS selected AMONG OUR natural environment i particulary sensitive? Here, rules are stricter than those EXCITING AND which normally apply under the Right of Public Access. Read the signs and OUTDOOR follow the rules. Information about the EXPERIENCES Swedish Right of Public Access can be found at www.allemansratten.se DO YOU DARE TO TRY? If you would like to try rock climbing in Swedish Lapland, Älvsbyn is a great place to start. With mountains like Dödlarsber- get, Kälsberget and Hund- berget there are plenty

BEAVER SAFARI of cliffs for everyone from beginners to seasoned Evenings are the best time to spot this rodent, a close encoun- climbers. The challenging, ter with a beaver in the light summer night is something quite vertical wall at Dödslars- special. Go beaver spotting alongside running water or come berget is popular with close sitting in a canoe. Round off the adventure with some climbers coming from both fika by an open fire. Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo: near and far.

BLACK GROUSE MORNINGS MAKE YOUR DREAM COME TRUE During April and May you can experience the magnificent - SAIL UP HIGH IN SKIES OF BLUE mating display of the black grouse. Go out for a couple of hours or stay overnight in a tent in the forest to listen and look for the A modern glider aircraft provides a very comfortable, pleas- majestic blackcocks. You will often get to see other animals antly thrilling experience. Every flight begins with a motorised such as great grouse, ptarmigans and elk if you keep really still. aircraft towing you to an altitude between 600 and 1,200 metres. As a passenger, you can participate in the flight as

much as you like or just lean back and enjoy the mile wide view. HORSEPOWER Try something different, a weekend with accommodation and activities for the whole family. At Canis Hästkrafter you will find

an apartment with a loft Canis hästkrafter Photo: bedroom for up to 6 people as well as horses for hire. Ride in the forests surrounding the farm or on the riding track, tour guides will join you on request. Here, you can also go for horse and carriage rides and there are riding options for

Photo: Photo: Marcel Köppe people with disabilities.

11 ta k e t h e opportunity to catch a record-breaking expert. He generously shares his knowledge of the pike or large perch in our calm, rich lakes. Go out natural environments and waterways of Älvsbyn into the light of the midnight sun along the Pite and Swedish Lapland. In his own words: “With me, River, where grayling and trout wait behind large you’re not just going on a fishing trip, you’re getting a rocks and in deep hollows. Or lure the salmon by fishing experience.” the mighty river rapids at Storforsen and Fällforsen. To Kaj, fishing is not just a livelihood and a hobby. There are many exciting fishing opportunities in and It’s also therapy. During his guided tours, he always around Älvsbyn. With more than 50 different fishing tells participants to turn off their phones. It’s not just lakes, both large and small, river stretches, streams about catching the most or the biggest fish, it’s just and rapids, there are waters to suit every taste. as important, if not more so, to have an unforgettable The key to fishing luck is knowing which fish fishing trip, an experience. “If you’re coming from to find where - the easiest way to do that is with a ‘the big city’ or somewhere else where life is hectic, guide. One of the specialists in Älvsbyn, who can give full of work, school, going to the gym and having a you a fishing experience that you will remember for phone that’s constantly ringing...you shouldn’t have the rest of your life, is the natural fishing guide Kaj to think about that whilst on one of my tours. Here, Kottelin. Born with a casting rod in his hand, he’s you should just relax and let nature come closer to a Swedish ice fishing champion and a fly fishing you. Catching a lot of fish is just a bonus!” “Here, you’re not just going on a fishing trip, you are getting a fishing experience.” Bylander Ulrik Photo:

12 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS Fishing can be tricky. Regardless of whether you are a beginner, a Photo: Naturfiskeguiden Photo: bit rusty or a seasoned fisher in other regions, it can be helpful to learn about terminology, techni- que, equipment and species. You don’t need very much equipment to get started. Kaj Kottelin at Naturfiskeguiden will teach you what you need to know offering courses in, for example, fly tying, casting techniques and materials selection as well as tailor-made natural fishing experiences.

FISH RESPONSIBLY To help fish populations in our waters last for future genera- tions, you should not take more fish than you need yourself. Ru- les and regulations are in place to protect our fish populations. Some are part of Swedish law and others are local regulations. Bylander Ulrik Photo: If you violate these, you may face fines. Ask for more information when you purchase your fishing licence. If you are releasing a fish, treat it carefully so as not to hurt it. Do not subject the fish to unnecessary stress and unhook it

Photo: Ulrik Bylander Bylander Ulrik Photo: carefully. If it bleeds from the gills or is otherwise badly hurt, it might be best to put it down. Spare smaller fish so that they can grow old enough to spawn.

WHERE TO BUY FISHING LICENCES Photo: Ulrik Bylander Ulrik Photo: When you go fishing, read up on the rules that apply and check if you need a fishing licence. Licences can be bought at Gulf, OKQ8 and Gårdings Järnaffär in Älvsbyn. The Storforsen shop sells licences for the Pite River Economic Association. You can also buy fishing licences online at www.sveaskog.se Photo: Ulf B Jonsson Ulf Photo:

VIP FISHING IN YOUR OWN LITTLE LAKE At Nattberg you can fish undisturbed in your very own little lake. There are plenty of rainbow trout, grayling and trout. Fishing equipment is available to borrow. You can then enjoy lunch or dinner in the Nattbergsstugan cottage. Do combine it with a sauna and an outdoor hot tub bath. VIP fishing is organised by the natural experience company På land och vatten.

13 Shopping in Älvsbyn SIMPLE, FUN AND PERSONAL

g o i n g s h o p p i n g i n ä lv s by n is a delight. Stores are close by, offering unique and well curated selections. The staff are experts at what they sell and regardless of whether you would like tips and advice, help with trying things on or just chat for a while, they are helpful and accommodating. Älvsbyn is renowned for personal service, warmth and expertise and many people come here from afar to find fun bargains, good quality items and a pleasant shopping experience. Stores, cafés and restaurants lie close together, so if your feet get tired and your bags feel heavy, a lovely meal or a coffee break is always just a stone’s throw away, allowing you to sit down and inspect your bounty whilst you top up with more energy.

More information about the stores in Älvsbyn on www.alvsbyhandel.se Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo:

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14 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN PREPARE FOR ADVENTURE Sportringen is the sports and outdoor store guaranteed to prepare you for all the adventures that you are planning whilst here in Älvsbyn. The store has one of Swedish Lapland’s widest selections of sporting goods, shoes and clothing. Featuring brands such as Salomon, Haglöfs and Lundhags. Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo: The store also has a cycle and ski workshop with expert staff.

Gårdings Järnaffär is more than a hardware store. During the summer, the store has fully stocked departments for outdoor living, hunting and fishing – perfect for those planning an adventurous stay. Photo: Robin Nilsson Robin Photo:

HANDPLOCKAT - A LITTLE BIT EXTRA

OF EVERYTHING Gårdings Photo: Handplockat (Hand Picked) is a boutique that really lives up to its name. Here you can find everything from new design to vintage interiors, gardening, clothes, confectionery, books, jewellery, spa and children’s items. Everything is carefully curated by the staff, travelling nationally and internationally to hand pick the best of the best. Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo:

A CENTRAL, GREEN OASIS Lomtjärnsparken is a large green area and a popular meeting place in central Älvsbyn. Here you will find places to barbecue, a summer café and a modern, highly popular playground, accessible for children with disabilities. It is also a perfect picnic area with kubb (a combination of garden bowling and Köppe Marcel Photo: horseshoes) and badminton equipment available for hire, you can play boule and listen to performers on the outdoor stage. Large flea markets and other kinds of bazaars are also arranged here - keep an eye out for what’s going on during your visit. Foto: Marcel Köppe Marcel Foto:

Look for uppcoming events on www.alvsbyn.se/visit

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f o o d i s n o t j u s t for satisfying your appetite, it’s “roaming baker” Johan Nilsson, having wandered also an enjoyable experience, regardless of whether from Gothenburg to Lapland, chose to settle down you dine at a restaurant or eat out in the wild. In here. Inspired by the thin Sámi bread made on Älvsbyn we love food - we blend nature and culture, heated stones out in the wild, he created the recipe old traditions and new ideas. Local ingredients from for today’s Polarkaka. He passed it on to his chil- our rich environment are served in traditional cours- dren, creating a heritage that has been managed by es or added to exotic recipes from every corner of the the family every since. “It comes down to northern world. It all boils down to one thing: genuine ingredi- Swedish perseverance and persistence actually. ents, served tastefully, with pride and generosity. Things haven’t always been going well. Back in 1912 Älvsbyn has many things to be proud of, taken we went through hard times, but we saved the bakery directly from the forest and the natural environment: by trading a kicksled for one kilo of yeast. You have Mushrooms, arctic raspberries, elk, reindeer, wild got to be inventive”, explains Elisabeth Nilsson Singh, salmon, lavaret and cloudberries, just to name a few great grandchild of Johan Nilsson, with a laugh. of the many golden nuggets. How about elk carpac- “My mother invented the renklämma (a ready- cio, French fish soup made with wild salmon caught made sandwich with reindeer meat) as well. It was in Fällforsen or Caesar wraps made with Sarek first known as rågstrut and then as the polar sand- flatbread? wich because she thought it sounded exotic. Then it Here you will also find a true Swedish celebrity, became simply renklämma, because it tastes so good! popular for breakfast, as a snack, when travelling or Even if the sky’s the limit when it comes to spreads as part of packed lunches. In Swedish homes, the and fillings, butter and cheese or reindeer meat are soft, round flatbread Polarkakan is a true classic. still my favourites. It’s so good when you’re outdoors. The recipe was invented in Älvsbyn in 1879 as the Simple and great!

16 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN Photo: Ingrid Fridesjö Ingrid Photo: The Bakery

BakeMuseum your own polarkaka according to the old recipe. Step into the place where the family business Polarbröd be- gan its journey.

Yum! Ekbergs Konditori (Patisserie) has a pastry that you simply mustn’t miss! With love and care, the pastry “Norrbottens pärla” THREE OPEN-AIR ESTABLISHMENTS (the Pearl of Swedish Lapland) was developed to celebrate TO ENJOY THIS SUMMER Älvsbyn. It is indeed just like Älvsbyn - one of a kind!

Clary’s Krog - Classic Swedish food, innovative local tastes A great lunch buffet is served here, focusing on classic Swedish food. In the evening, the tables are set for à la carte. Try the elk carpaccio starter with lingonberries, pickled carrots, Västerbotten cheese cream, pine nuts, sourdough crumbs and parmesan cheese.

For the main course, you grill your own meat on a black rock grill Polarbröd Photo: at the table.

The well-renowned Centrumkonditoriet or Konditori Centrum as it is really called, opened already in 1919 and has been a popular café ever since. Here you can order specially designed cakes in all shapes and colours.

Let our beautiful nature become your outdoor dining! Make a lovely picnic basket with your own favorites and enjoy the food in the nature. In Älvsbyn there is a lot of cozy, beautiful and exciting places. There is an incredible view from the top of Hundberget.

Elisabeth Nilsson Singh and her mother, treating the then Crown Prince Carl Gustaf to a polar sandwich during an expo at Skansen in Stockholm, 1972. Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo:

17 Soft made BETWEEN FOREST AND MOUNTAINS

h av i n g p e r f e c t accommodation during your Would you like to try something completely dif- vacation is almost as important as the things you ferent, substituting city life for the life on a farm? can see and do. In Älvsbyn, we are serious about Read the morning paper on the front porch with a hospitality and therefore we offer you a wide range good cup of coffee and freshly made bread whilst of accommodation. Would you like to be pampe- the friendly farm cat bids you good morning. red with a spa, a hotel breakfast and come home Whatever your choice, we have a wide selection to freshly cleaned room after a day of adventures? of great places to stay. Some of our pearls can be Are you eager to just open your tent, step outside found on the next page. and stretch out in the crisp morning air?

View towards Skataudden, seen from Lillstrand. Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo: Foto: Marcel Köppe Marcel Foto:

18 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN With memories from the past At Norrskensudden you will find charming holiday cottages with an air of nostalgia, such as the old soldier’s farmstead dating back to the 18th century with tealights and a kerosene

lamp as the only available sources of light. However, in summer Skataudden Photo: you need not worry about it getting dark. Through the window, you will have front-row seats as the evening sun is mirrored beautifully on the lake. Here you can go fishing, or rent a pedal boat, rowboat or canoe. A sauna and a campfire site is also available for hire down by the lake, to rest and relax. All this in scenic surroundings with the mountain Falkberget towering beyond the lake.

A farm for the whole family In wonderfully idyllic Lillkorträsk you will find the well-renowned Skataudden farm, which has been in operation for four genera- tions. Here you will have a fantastic view of the lake and you will get to experience life on the farm with the animals on the farm and in the village. Staying here, you can follow the everyday life of a farmer. Why not help with milking the cows or feeding the calves? There are two cosy, modern cottages on the farm, including free access to a canoe, a boat, a barbecuing site and a sauna raft. Photo: Marcel Köppe Marcel Photo:

Photo: Norrskensudden Photo: Storforsen - RestBETWEEN THEin accommodation ADVENTURES IN A Countryside and city life to suit all tastes LIVING OF YOUR side by side The Selholmen campsite is found in central By the foot of the mighty river lies the CHOICE Älvsbyn, yet surrounded by an amazing Storforsen Hotel with Mother Nature’s own natural environment. With a fantastic view of art just around the corner. Here you will find the Pite River you can choose between staying everything from single rooms to family rooms and in a tent, a caravan or in a log cabin with a simple luxurious suites. After a day of adventures along the kitchen. Some way upstream on the Pite River you will find river we promise you that you will sleep well, without a worry the islet after which the campsite has been named - Selholmen. in the world. Here there are many activities for all ages and On this little islet, reached by a wooden bridge, you can go for tastes but during the summer, a walk in the scenic surroun- a picnic or barbecue on warm summer nights. At the campsite dings can be quite enough. In the same area, you will also find you will find a kiosk, barbecuing sites, places to bathe, walking the Storforsen campsite with cottages and caravan parking. and running trails and a service building offering various Walk of fame: At the Storforsen campsite you will find the now- amenities. famous pub “Raimo’s Bar”, built as the set for the film The Hunters (Swedish: Jägarna). Photo: Peter Lundberg Peter Photo:

Polar Hotel Centrally located, within walking distance of the shopping district, cafés, a cinema and the green oasis Lomtjärnsparken is the modern Polar Hotel. Here you will find all amenities imaginable: a sauna, a relaxation area, a gym and a lounge bar and restaurant with designer lighting inspired by the seasons of Swedish Lapland. There is also a cosy summer terrace on

Photo: Bergslagsbild AB Bergslagsbild Photo: the ground floor, with a great view over Älvsbyn.

19 Nature reserves MIDNIGHT SUN to explore IN THE SUMMER Is there anything better than going on a really long hike and being at one with the majestic natural environment? For those Welcome planning to go hiking, here are a few of our more than 17 nature reserves, well worth a visit. TOWARDS JOKKMOKK to Älvsbyn STORBERGET - DUBBLABERGEN - VISTTJÄRNLIDEN FANTASTIC VIEW A NEW NATURE RESERVE In the nature reserve you find VITBERGET The terrain is rugged and a mix of conifer forest and From the peak of Storberget 4 swamp forest. You can also 3 7 you can see a spectacular view amongst the hills and mountains you will find beautiful find birds which are associated of the landscape and the lake to nature forest environment, and forest around Manjärv. little lakes, as well as long and narrow mires. In the middle of for example siberian jay and V On the souther slope of the A the three toe woodpecker. 170 R the area is a very old spruce J I S mountain you find an old pine years ago a forest fire ravaged Å N forest. forest. In the northwestern part of the reserve you will find the the area and you can still see beautiful Lake Hästtjärnen. tracks from the fire. STORFORSEN VITBERGET - RÄVABACKEN - ÄLVSBYN’S HIGHEST PEAK EASILY ACCESSIBLE, WITH The Vitberget mountain has the TRACES OF THE ICE AGE VIDSEL S T highest peak in the municipality, O This reserve is a scenic area, well R F E N 594 metres above sea level, as O R S well as a natural forest offering worth a visit for its old forests, rare species and terrain forma- a wealth of environments. The Köppe Marcel Photo: reserve is a mountain massif with tions. It is quite remarkable that TOWARDS such an unexploited area still N I BODEN 6 peaks and hollows in between A R remains so close to a public high- T TOWARDS and the area is of great impor- MOSKOSEL P I way. Here you will find ice river T E Ä L V E N tance to many species. There is S FÄLLFORSEN TOWARDS a cabin open to the public. The deposits, kettle holes and sand BODEN and gravel fields left behind by eastern part of Vitberget has TVÄRÅSEL several brooks, adjacent to the the moving inland ice sheet. The Hålbäcksmyrorna wetlands. nature reserve is easily accessible and suitable for beginners Along one of the brooks, a very LADUBERG rare hanging lichen known wishing to try outdoor living. as Old Man’s Beard has been VISTTRÄSK KORS- found, growing in long ribbons RACKBERGET AND NAKTEBERGET- TOWARDS ARVIDSJAUR 9 4 RICH WILDLIFE NATTBERGET TRÄSK on spruce trees. HUNDBERGET - 9 4 If you would like to experience PLENTY OF ORCHIDS AND a beautiful natural environment AIR DJUPTRÄSKET - A PERFECT VIEWPOINT PO RT PÅLSTRÄSK A POPULAR FISHING LAKE and the feeling of untamed LILLTRÄSK The steep Rackberget mountain Djupträsket is a rugged nature wilderness, do visit the Nakte- 9 4 provides a backdrop to the berget mountain. The mountain ÄLVSBYN reserve with steep slopes down TOWARDS farmland of the river valley. As LULEÅ towards the popular fishing has a strong old-growth moun- the earth’s crust was pushed tain forest character and a lake carrying the same name. down following the ice age, the rich bird life: inside the reserve AIR Here you can hike through mountain popped up like an is- PO RT you will find golden eagles, D : thick pine forests or look out A N S land in the sea. This means that P L W three-toed woodpeckers and A E over the lake from the summit L D TEUGERTRÄSK the Rackberget peak has never E H N great grouse. On the mountain S of one of the three mountains I ´ been affected by the waves S there are also two meres with D

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20 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN MIDNIGHT SUN IN THE SUMMER Welcome

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(SWEDISH: SMÖRGÅSTÅRTA, Summery LIT. SANDWICH CAKE) Smorgastarta One smorgastarta 12–15 pieces Start by beating cream cheese and creme fraiche 3 whole bread cakes (6 halves) Polarbröd Jubileumskaka with a handmixer, making the base for both spread and topping, add salt and pepper to taste. Cheese cream Do not use diet products as they cannot be beaten 400 g natural cream cheese in the same way. Split the cream into three bowls, 4 dl creme fraiche one can be smaller, for the topping. Flavour the 1 tsp salt other two with the ingredients of spreads 1 and 2 1/2 tsp white pepper respectively.

Spread 1 Assemble the smorgastarta: Place 1 large, round 200 g feta cheese, mashed/crushed slice of bread like a circle on a tray and add 1 apple, diced spread number 1 on top. Add another layer of 3 tbsp chives, finely cut bread and spread number 2. Add yet another layer Spread 2 of bread and top with the neutral spread. Decora- 4 hard-boiled eggs, finely diced te with rolled-up slices of cheese, brie and apple. 1/2-1 box garden cress, cut Place the strawberries in the middle and garnish 1 tsp French mustard with basil just before serving. Tip: the best way to get finely diced egg is to use For decoration an egg slicer and rotate the egg, giving you nice 1 head of crisp lettuce, 12 slices of cheese,250 g brie little square pieces. in pieces, 1 apple thin slices, 1 box of strawberries chopped or sliced, fresh basil leaves

22 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN Coffee & pastries

SIBYLLA MIX POLAR HOTELL HAMBURGERRESTAURANG Lunch buffet and a restaurant The restaurant has seating for serving á la carte. 47 guests and serves hambur- gers, kebab etc. Storgatan 29, Älvsbyn

Photo: Clarys krog Clarys Photo: +46 929-557 40 Storgatan 9, Älvsbyn +46 929-550 80 PIZZERIA ARAMO Pizzeria also offering salads, KAFFESTUGAN kebab dishes, falafel, wild Coffee cottage inside the game, sandwiches and grill Storforsen nature reserve, ser- dishes ving palt (potato dumplings), waffles, hot sandwiches, ice Storgatan 10 D, Älvsbyn CLARY´S KROG A great lunch buffet is served cream and fika (pastries). +46 929-100 03 Medborgargatan 2, Älvsbyn here, focusing on classic Swedish +46 929-800 70 food. In the evening, the tables +46 929-721 00 RESTAURANG VENEZIA www.clarys-krog.se are set for á la carte Pizza, grill dishes, salads, á la carte, amongst other things.

TRESCORONA RESTAURANG PIZZERIA TIC TAC Storgatan 43 B, Älvsbyn Glazed-in outdoor restaurant In central Vidsel, approx. 35 +46 929-140 99 open during the summer, km from central Älvsbyn. The serving pizzas, grill dishes and restaurant has everything from PIZZERIA TRE KRONOR á la carte. Lunch. pizza and grill dishes to kebab The restaurant offers classic dishes and salads. Outdoor pizzas, salads and grill dishes. Storgatan 4, Älvsbyn serving during summer. Storgatan 14, Älvsbyn +46 929-129 64 Storforsen Hotell Photo: Västra Vidselsvägen 1, Vidsel +46 929-555 17 HOTELL STORFORSEN +46 929-340 02 ÄLVSBY FOLKHÖGSKOLA The restaurant Lunch restaurant offering eve- ÄLVÅKRAGRILLEN In our restaurant with a view EKBERGS KONDITORI rything from palt to fish dishes. Älvåkra Idrottsplats, Älvsbyn of Storforsen there is room for The patisserie always offers Open from the beginning of the +46 929-131 44 up to 300 guests. Please make home made pastries and winter semester until the last reservations in advance and be cakes, as well as a couple of day of June. During the school SUMMERCAFÉ IN our guest. Lunch, Dinner buffet savoury dishes. year, opening hours follow the LOMTJÄRNSPARKEN (summer buffet during summer), school schedule. Summer café serving coffee, à la carte, every day Storgatan 10 B, Älvsbyn pastries and ice cream. +46 929-133 95 Nygrensvägen, Älvsbyn Bredsel 105, Vidsel +46 929-723 21 Lomtjärnsparken +46 929-721 00 www.storforsen.se RESTAURANG FLUXEN The restaurant offers a classic lunch buffet with a main course, vegetables and fika for dessert. You can also order various grill

dishes and the salad of the Köppe Marcel Photo: week.

Skolgatan 23 C, Älvsbyn +46 929-170 39 Photo: Storforsen hotell Storforsen Photo:

KANISKROGEN konditori Ekbergs Photo: At the foot of Älvsbyn’s ski HEART TO HEART slope you will find the family Restaurant serving kebab KONDITORI CENTRUM friendly Kaniskrogen. Eat in a dishes, pasta and Thai food. At our patisserie you will find nice, relaxing environment with fresh pastries, everything a lovely view of the Kanisback- Storgatan 19, Älvsbyn from cookies to fancy cakes, en slope. We are fully licensed. +46 929-128 58 baked with love in our very The restaurant is always open own bakery. In our café you when the slope is open, during GOY & GEE THAI OCH can enjoy a good cup of coffee the winter season (and also GRILL with something sweet. We also during upcoming summer The restaurant serves Thai food serve hearty homemade food, activities). and offers a lunch buffet with a fresh salads and sandwiches. touch of Thailand. Kanisbergets Skidanläggning, Storgatan 19, Älvsbyn Älvsbyn Medborgargatan 3, Älvsbyn +46 929-100 24 +46 929-172 02 +46 929-600 11 [email protected]

www.kaniskrogen.se centrum Konditori Photo:

23 Activities

FLY FISHING COURSE WHITEWATER RAFTING PERCH AND PIKE FISHING You will be learning about ON THE PITE RIVE Guided fishing experience in a casting techniques, insects, the Come on the adventure of your scenic environment natural environment and the life. Daily tours from May to waters and also how to behave September. The standard tour Naturfiskeguiden in order to preserve nature takes approx. 2 hours. We also Strandvägen 15 whilst visiting. We help you do longer tours on request. +46 73-183 95 82 develop your spinner fishing, [email protected] giving you the right knowledge land och vatten På Photo: På Land och Vatten www.naturfiskeguiden.com to create an even better fishing Vistbacka 33 experience. +46 929-211 66 THE PETROL MUSEUM GRAYLING FISHING +46 70-605 74 79 Sweden’s largest exhibition Naturfiskeguiden Fly fishing for grayling on Lake [email protected] of old petrol stations from the Strandvägen 15 Bergträsket. One of Sweden’s www.plov.se 1920’s to the 1960’s as well as +46 73-183 95 82 best grayling waters. Grayling other artefacts such as spare [email protected] over two kilos are not uncom- CLOUDBERRY SAFARI parts, advertisements and www.naturfiskeguiden.com mon. Fly fishing only. Lake During the second half of July motor magazines. The museum Bergträsket is found in the and until mid-August, you can is open on request. Gaddaberget nature reserve, a pick the ‘forest gold’ at these beautiful area with old-growth latitudes. We guide you out +46 70-378 2160 forest. onto the cloudberry mires. www.caltex.nu Their growth varies from year På Land och Vatten to year. Everything depends Vistbacka 33 on how weather and winds +46 929-211 66 have been during spring and Photo: Naturfiskeguiden Photo: +46 70-605 74 79 summer. Of course, you will get VIP FISHING IN A POND [email protected] a jar of cloudberry jam to bring OF YOUT OWN www.plov.se home, to add a golden lining to Guaranteed catch. At Nattberg any special occasion. Half day Köppe Marcel Photo: you have a fishing lake all to BEAVER SAFARI or full day safaris. We guide yourself. There are plenty of We walk alongside running all summer, even outside the rainbow, grayling and trout. The waters, looking for the mystical berry-picking group is guaranteed a catch. beavers. Evenings are the best Lunch or dinner then awaits you time to spot them. We will also På Land och Vatten in the Nattberg Cabin. May be stop for a cup of coffee, boiled Vistbacka 33 combined with sauna and hea- over an open fire and a light +46 929-211 66 ted outdoor bathtub. Includes snack. +46 70-605 74 79 fishing gear, lunch or dinner, På Land och Vatten [email protected] snack, guide and fishing permit. Vistbacka 33 www.plov.se RELAXING RIDING TOURS, +46 929-211 66 HALF DAY TOURS, A QUIET EVENING +46 70-605 74 79 FULL DAY TOURS ON THE LAKE [email protected] Horseback riding along winding There are good conditions for Köppe Marcel Photo: www.plov.se trails, up and down mountains. perch and pike fishing. Let us know what you wish to do. Canis Hästkrafter FLYFISHING ON THE Lillkorsträsk 201 UPPER RIVER PITE +46 70-573 26 66 Fish in classic flyfishing waters. [email protected] In whitewater craft, we travel www.canishastkrafter.se along the river to places that are otherwise unreachable. Bylander Ulrik Photo: The River Pite – the wilderness river, differs from other rivers in Sweden, since only a quarter is THE TRAPPER TRAIL populated and three-quarters NATURAL FISHING Walk along a true trapper trail. runs through pure wilderness. EXPERIENCE UNDER Here you will get to see and The fish we are most interested THE MIDNIGHT SUN learn more about various kinds in are grayling and trout. All of traps; how to place them,

A guided fishing tour in the unt- Canis hästkrafter Photo: trout are to be put back, and ouched environment of the Pite what they are used for and so for grayling there is a minimum River Valley. Experience the on. Old trapping methods are length of 30 centimetres. characteristic water currents of also demonstrated. With a bit However, we practise catch and the Pite River and give yourself of luck, we might even get to release.We tailor the package to an unforgettable natural fishing empty a trap. meet the customer’s wishes. experience. På Land och Vatten På Land och Vatten Naturfiskeguiden Vistbacka 33 Vistbacka 33 Strandvägen 15 +46 929-211 66 +46 929-211 66 +46 73-183 95 82 +46 70-605 74 79 +46 70-605 74 79 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.naturfiskeguiden.com www.plov.se www.plov.se

24 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN Aktiviteter / Kultur

FORESTRY AND LOG ADVENTURE RIDING DRIVING MUSEUM Adventure riding, with the At Storforsen you will find a for- emphasis on adventure. The estry and log driving museum. company has its own horses, all Experience everyday life in the western trained and equipped olden days and see the work of

with quality saddles and all Köppe Marcel Photo: foresters and log drivers. other equipment needed for a At the Storforsen nature successful ride. reserve, there are around 20 buildings showing how forestry Udda Äventyr and log driving was done in Stockfors Swedish Lapland. Here you will +46 929-511 70 find tools, cabins, a charcoal +46 70-585 11 71 kiln, a tar pit and stables. [email protected] www.uddaaventyr.com

THE LAVER MINE Photo: Maria Söderberg Maria Photo: The Laver Mine is located about 50 kilometres west of Älvsbyn and 10 kilometres north of Natt- berget along route 94. There used to be a copper mine here, Thulin Lars Photo: with Sweden’s most modern community, built in 1937.

THE RFN MUSEUM The place is now called FMV Vidsel Test Range. For example the museum shows the development of missiles from 1958. SWEDISH LAPLAND For information call HUNTING ÄLVSBY BOWLING ALLEY +46 929-371 11 A 4 day hunt for Swedish Lapland Bowling and moonlight bowling. wild game in our grounds. THE BAKERY MUSEUM You will have the opportunity to Forum/Folkets Hus Here you will learn more about use our well trained, experienced Medborgargatan 2 TOP OF ÄLVSBYN the local bakery enterprise, horses. Hunting with pointer +46 929-135 34 Join the challenge to reach at the history of Polarbröd and dogs and barking dogs. Accom- least 5 of ten mountain peaks the baking craftsmanship that modation on or directly adjacent in the Älvsbyn region. Buy an has been preserved since the to the hunting grounds. admission card, sold at Coop turn of the last century. Extra Älvsbyn. Udda Äventyr Gammelvägen 23 Stockfors Information: +46 10-450 60 00 +46 929-511 70 Katarina Sundman +46 70-585 11 71 Köppe Marcel Photo: +46 70-354 09 15 [email protected] Barbro Nilsson www.uddaaventyr.com +46 70-650 56 53 FOREST WALK Experience our unique, ever-changing natural environment. We walk through the various biotopes of the local landscape. Look for animal tracks, we may spot the King of the Forest, the elk. We will also be looking at plants and in some places you can see ancient and cultural remains. Walks rang- ing from a few hours to a full day.

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25 Shopping / SouvenirsAktiviteter / Kultur

INTERIÖR & DESIGN RADIOHUSET AUDIO Interior design shop. VIDEO Hifi and video. Hantverkargatan 1 +46 929-557 70 Storgatan 14 www.obergsinterior.se +46929-124 50 [email protected] KONTORSTEKNIK Office supplies and computers. ÄLVSBY ELEKTRISKA AB A part of the ELON chain. Medborgargatan 1 +46 929-120 90 Storgatan 35 [email protected] +46 929-135 25 www.kontorsteknik.com [email protected]

Photo: Coop Extra Älvsbyn Coop Extra Photo: www.alvsbyel.nu LINNERUTHS OPTIK Optician. JOHANNAS HEM BLOMMOR & TING GÅRDINGS JÄRNAFFÄR & HOBBY Florist and interior decoration The store sells everything from Storgatan 10 Hobbymaterial, interior shop. hardware and paint to toys, +46 929-550 77 decoration, masquerade. gardening tools and hunting [email protected] Storgatan 10 and fishing items. Medborgargatan 7 +46 929-100 75 RÖDA KORSET – +46 70-680 31 11 [email protected] Storgatan 8, Älvsbyn MÖTESPLATS KUPAN +46 929-557 50 Second hand. BOUTIQUE MIM [email protected] Aclothes store for men and Storgatan 2-4 women alike. HANDPLOCKAT +46 929-143 11 The boutique offers a hand Storgatan 10 picket selection of interior de- NILSSONS BUTIKEN +46 929-553 33 cor, clothing, confectionery and General store with Pick-up [email protected] jewellery. Open all days. point for pharmacy deliveries and packages from Bussgods. Älvsbyn Sportringen Photo: COOP EXTRA Storgatan 17 Supermarket that also offers +46 929-100 25 Köpmangatan 22, Vistträsk free Wi-Fi. [email protected] +46 929-212 24 Storgatan 15 [email protected] T+46 929-168 70 HAPPY www.nilssonsbutiken.se www.coop.se The store offers clothes for children, from newborns to NTM BUTIKEN teenagers, sizes 50 to 170. Clothes.

Hantverksgatan 1 +46 929-140 00 +46 929-557 70 [email protected] ÄLVSBY SPORT & FRITID [email protected] Jägargatan 5 Storgatan 16 +46 929-550 00 OK/Q8 [email protected] HELENAS MED STIL Petrol station with shop and www.sportringen.se The store has a wide selection workshop. of women’s clothing for all APOTEK HJÄRTAT ages and sizes, up to size 56. Kyrkogårdsgatan 24, Älvsbyn Hantverkargatan 1 +46 929-102 63 +46 771-40 54 05 Storgatan 10 www.okq8.se alvsbyn.storgatan@apotek- +46 929-100 68 hjartat.se [email protected] www.apotekhjartat.se

HERRMAN TEMPO The store has clothes for General store and younger and older men alike. servicepoint in central Vidsel.

Storgatan 10 Östra Vidselvägen 2, Vidsel Photo: Helenas med stil Helenas Photo: +46 929-557 70 +46 929-301 11 GULF [email protected] Petrol station with shop and workshop. ICA SUPERMARKET Here can also pick up packa- Kyrkogårdsgatan 20 ges delivered by Postnord. +46 929-553 88 Skolgatan 17 [email protected] +46 929-579 99 www.ica.se Photo: OKQ8 Photo:

26 DESTINATIONS OF SWEDISH LAPLAND ÄLVSBYN Shopping / Souvenirs Accommodation

EFS LILLSTRAND SKATAUDDEN NORRSKENSUDDEN Located about 6 km from central Located at the scenic Lake Lil- Charming holiday houses Älvsbyn along road 94 towards lkorsträsk, about 5.5 km from with a nostalgic air, fully Arvidsjaur, beautifully situated Älvsbyn. Modern cottages with equipped for a self-catering by Lake Lillkorsträsket. a fantastic view of the lake. stay. The guesthouse with its Suitable for courses and camps, You can “live at the farm” and six beds has a beautiful lake follow the everyday life and Photo: EFS Lillstrand EFS Photo: accessible to people with disa- view from all windows and the bilities. There are two four-bed work of a farmer. Adjacent to bakehouse, also with six beds, apartments here with refriger- the lake you will find canoes, has a cosy fireplace to curl ators, mini kitchens and kitchen a campfire site and a up by. There too, you can look supplies, available for hire wood-burning sauna raft. out over the lake. Both houses during parts of the summer. have electricity, a refrigerator Access to shower and toilets. Lillkorsträsk 21 and freezer, a stove and a A total of 40 beds available in +46 929-134 06 bathroom with a toilet and the hostel-standard rooms and www.skataudden.se shower. PÅ LAND OCH VATTEN apartments. The campsite is ÄLVSBY The Nattbergsstugan cottage open to caravans and FOLKHÖGSKOLA Skatan 4, 942 91 Vistträsk used to be a resting cottage camping all summer. +46 70-172 71 99 for Royal Foresters. They would Älvsby Folkhögskola offers accommodation in single, www.norrskensudden.se come there to rest, hunt and Lillstrand 12,+46 929-200 66 double or multiple bed rooms. fish. This cottage has now been www.kyrktorget.se/lillstrand renovated and slightly modern- ised, however, it still retains the Nygrensvägen 28 old atmosphere. The cottage +46 929-723 00 has two rooms and a kitchen. www.afhs.nu A conference room with a cosy fireplace, a common room suitable for smaller conferences and

Photo:Norrskensudden dinners and a kitchen equipped Photo: ÄFHS Photo: with both a wood-burning stove Köppe Marcel Photo: and an electric one, running water and mains drainage. Located 30 km west of Älvsbyn towards Arvidsjaur. Two six-bed cottages available for hire. Fully HOTELL STORFORSEN/ equipped kitchen, toilet and STORFORSEN CAMPING shower. Sauna and outdoor hot Located at the foot of the largest tub available for hire. unrestricted river in northern ÖVRABYNS BOENDE Europe. Here you can stay, eat +46 70-605 74 79 Located about 3 km from and attend conferences in a www.plov.se central Älvsbyn. Rural environ- breathtakingly beautiful envi- POLAR HOTEL ment just next to the Pite River. ronment. Hotell Storforsen is one Located in central Älvsbyn, 82 Chickens on the farm. Close to of the most beautifully situated rooms, 150 beds. Conference fishing, the river and a riding hotels in all of Sweden. The hotel room for up to 60 people. The school. Övrabyns boende offers exciting adventures, restful hotel has a sauna, a gym area consists of a light, spacious recreation, lovely hotel beds and and table tennis. Swimming apartment with two bedrooms, effective conference hosting. baths, cinema, ski tracks and a living room, toilet, shower You can choose between single stores nearby. and kitchen. Self-catering. rooms, combi rooms, double Dogs are welcome. rooms, mini suites and suites. The land och vatten På Foto: Storgatan 29 Storforsen Camping campsite lies +46 929-557 40 Övrabyvägen 26 adjacent to Hotell Storforsen and +46 929-230 54 offers both cottages and caravan www.ovrabynsboende.se parking.

Bredsel 105, 942 95 Vidsel +46 929-721 00 [email protected] SELHOLMENS CAMPING www.storforsen.se Campsite for tents, caravans and cottages with a fantastic

view of the Pite River. Log cab- Köppe Marcel Photo: ins with basic kitchen supplies, one allergy certified. Within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Service building with amenities, barbecuing sites, a bathing beach, walking

Photo: Lennart Kekkonen Kekkonen Lennart Photo: and running trails.

Campinggatan +46 72 704 10 94 [email protected]

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and we invite you to share it with us. www.swedishlapland.com here, and love of nature is even stronger. This is our everyday-life, tinctive characteristics to offer. Traditions cultures and are strong south to Torne River in the north-east, all with their unique dis open-handed forest river and valleys from Skellefte River the in you from themadventures lots drink and of can around the corner. between In the quiet, enigmatic, beaches, produce. unique camps and fishing the west In vast – mountains, brooks with water clean so the Bay Bothnia, of the world’s largest brackish water archipelago, with thousands islands.Sandy of coastal stretch facing 300-km a – east the In sun. midnight the under night days without hundred and with sparkling northern lights white a in winter landscape warm and with swimming summers filled high by up the Arctic Circle, you experience can with great seasons contrasts between nights polar SwedishIn Lapland you arctic unique experiences. find will Thanks to the warm Gulf Stream, here I S H

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Idea: Swedish Lapland Visitors Board. Text: Ingrid Fridesjö/www.blamorama.se. Graphic design & Cover photo: Marcel Köppe /www.servingmind.se. Map illustrated by: Lisa Wallin. www.swedishlaplandvisitorsboard.com. Print: Lule Grafiska 2017.