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2018 VÄInspiration R for M your journey Lthrough the A fabulous landscape N D Culinary Värmland Quaint Village Shopping Discover Sweden’s Largest Lake Family Holidays Active Holidays • Music, Culture & Entertainment • Street Art Winter Activities • Cake Decorating • Café Guide • The Ericson Brothers Lars Lerin • Unexpected sites to see • Nature Experiences 1. Värmlands biggest destination! We give you a delightful shopping experience. Visit us at: Frykmansväg 1, Karlstad | www.bergvik.se 2. Did you know… …that you can travel to Värmland by plane via the airports in Karlstad, Värmland Hagfors and Torsby? – a state of mind ärmland is not a landscape. and culinary destinations. We also share 3 personal favourites It’s a state of mind. The with you our best cultural treasures, giv- words of writer, film and ing you plenty of inspiration if you’re theatre director Lars Löf- putting together the perfect activity Vgren perfectly capture our beautiful holiday. Inside, you’ll get to know some landscape. I could not say it better of the personalities from the Värmland myself. Even if we usually describe region and discover where you’ll find Värmland as ‘mini Sweden’ to foreign the very best shopping. 1. The ravines in Kil I willingly come to this nature reserve with visitors, where unique experiences Let us take you on a journey of the family at some point every summer so we can explore the enchanted paths. reveal themselves, it is perhaps first discovery far beyond the predictive Photo: Per Eriksson and foremost the Värmland disposition patterns of internet algorithms.Let us that makes a lasting impression on our offer you the ultimate souvenir in the guests. We love having visitors to Värm- form of unforgettable experiences in land, and revel in them, appreciating Värmland. them as individuals. Here you can find the possibility of connected or discon- Welcome to Värmland 2. Klarälvsbanan – The Klarälv trail nected relaxation where you as the – a destination, endless experiences! A 90 km asphalt trail built on an abando- ned railway embankment between Karl- guest are at the very centre. It is here stad and Hagfors. It’s the perfect place to that the endless forests and wilderness get your bike out and clear your head. Photo: Linn Malmen blend into Värmland’s horizon. In this edition of Värmland mag- azine you can, amongst other things, read about surpsing things worth see- ing such as car graveyards and white 3. Mariebergsskogen griffins. You will get a taste of Lake Karlstad’s beautiful city park and green groves. Thevchildren and I have played, Vänern and get our best tips if you’re Jonas Jacobsson swam, patted the animals, and gone ska- looking to discover more about nature CEO, Visit Värmland ting here more times than I can count. 3. Contents Welcome to Värmland 06 Natural Adventures 09 Vänern: Discover Sweden’s Largest Lake 12 Cultural Journey 18 Family-friendly adventures 22 Culinary Excursions 24 The Cake Artist 26 Lars Lerin 30 Fantastic Fika 32 Quaint Town Centres 34 Active Holidays 36 Cultural Announcements 40 The Many Sides of Nobel 42 Something for Everyone 44 Unexpected Excursions 46 Winter Activities 48 From Filipstad to Philly Photo: Jeppe Blomgren Photo: 12 18 30 Marcela ElofssonMarcela Editorial Värmland 2018 is produced by Glory Days AB for Visit Värmland. Publisher: Jonas Jacobsson Editor & Head of Production: Pål Johansson Project Manager Visit Värmland: Jenny Nohrén Art director: Ronja Willners, Ewa Lindström Repro: Bosse Blom Contributors: Pål Johansson, Karolina Arenhäll, Anna Aro Ring, Marcela Elofsson, Niklas Simonsson, Fridah Jönsson, Linnea Lindblad & Tomas Borgå. Photographers: Tommy Andersson, Marcela Elofsson, Mats Bäcker, Lars Brander, Karin Hermansson, Øyvind Lund, Linn Malmen, Anna Ledin Wirén, Anders Tedeholm, Håkan Larsson, Andy Lind, Anders Lipkin, Joakim Johansson, Jeppe Blomgren, Pål Johansson, Helena Christerdotter, Johan Johansson, Emma Martinsson, Mattias Blomqvist, Benny Ruus, Olaf Jansen, Preben Mortensen, Martin Kull, Johan von Wijngaarden, Jenny Nohrén, Per Eriksson, Jan Kruse, Pernilla Portén, Stig Dahlén, Ola Gustafsson, Emmie Åkesson, Fredrik Åkerberg, Kjell Sundström, S-Å Berglind, Roger Borgelid, Simone Syversson, Daniel Dahlgren, Roger Gleisner. Illustrations: Sara Persson Front Cover: Anders Tedeholm Contact: [email protected], visitvarmland.se visitvarmland.se While every care is taken to avoid mistakes, the publisher cannot accept liability for any errors, misprints, or programme changes. Feel free to quote us, but credit us where due. 4. Visit Filipstad experience värmland through VÄRMLANDS MUSEUM Sandgrundsudden, Karlstad 21 may–20 august 10 june–27 august 1 june–31 august DISCOVER von Echstedtska Långban gruv- & Torsby Finnskogs- gården, Säffle kulturby, Filipstad centrum FILIPSTAD exhibitions, cultural environments restaurant, café, shop, programs meeting & events, guided tours Filipstads touristinformation +46(0)590-613 54 054-701 19 00 www.varmlandsmuseum.se www.visitfilipstad.se/en @visitfilipstad VÄRMLANDS MUSEUM # torsby visittorsby.se skidtunnel.se 5. Natural Adventures Explore the wilderness on foot, in the saddle or kayak. Here are some of the most noteworthy nature experiences on offer. Text: Pål Johansson Photo: Øyvind Lund Photo: Photo: Benny Ruus Beautiful waterway Dalsland’s canal is one of Europe’s most beautiful water- ways. The canal stretches from the west part of Lake Vänern to the other side of the Norwe- gian border. The 250+ km long waterways are linked together by over 10 kilometres of canal ways, perfect for some amazing Discover the wilderness kayaking and canoeing adven- Whether you are looking for peaceful canoeing and relaxing hot tub tures. You go through 31 locks bathing or fast-paced wildlife adventures such as high ropes course, moun- as you climb a total of 66 meters tainbiking and a fun pentathlon, Arvika Kanot & Turistcenter is the place for on the way up, amidst beautiful you. Here you can also rent a boat and try the famous pike perch fishing in natural surroundings. lake Glafsfjorden. Learn more: dalslandskanal.se Learn more: arvikacanoe.se Photo: Johan von Wijngaarden Outdoor activities in Hagfors Värmlandsgården in Hagfors is a perfect place to start your holiday. No matter what time of year it is, there’s an abundance of activities to choose between close by the the centre. In the summer, padd- ling, hiking, fishing and the elk safari are popular; in winter, there’s skiing, snowshoe hiking and dog sledding to choose from. Learn more: varmlandsgarden.com 6. Did you know… ... The river Klarälven is unique in that it has such a long stretch of regular meanders – almost 100km? Unforgettable rafting! One of the best memories you can have, and a great way of experiencing Värmland, is to go rafting on Klarälven. Vildmark i Värmland have arranged rafting tours for over 38 years. They offer a range of different packages for both small and large groups. Rafting is a unique, unforgettable nature experience, filled with beautiful surroun- Øyvind Lund Photo: dings, rich wildlife, cosy beaches and a deep sense of calm. Learn more: vildmark.se 7. Photo: Martin Kull The Jewel Kayaking of Rådasjön through the In the heart of Värmland, just wilderness a few kilometres from Hagfors A great way to expe- airport, is Björnbyn. You can stay rience the beautiful here in cosy cottages overlook- nature around Eda, ing beautiful Rådasjön. Next to which is close to the the summer cottages, adjacent Norwegian border, is to the car-free Klarälv trail, there from a kayak. Backwa- is a sandy beach, ideal for a cool, ter offer a variety of dif- relaxing dip. If you like fishing, ferent day or week trips golf or hiking, there’s plenty of either with or without things to do in the vicinity. guides. If you want to Learn more: bjornbyn.com explore the waterfalls on your own, you can hire a kayak. Photo: Pelargonmuseum Photo: Learn more: backwater.se Photo: Naturbyn Mad about geraniums? If you’re keen on geraniums, Niklasdams Trädgård just north of Kristinehamn is a must. This geranium museum has collec- Stay up in the trees ted together over 400 varieties Naturbyn – Natural Experience relaxing canoe trips, fishing or just of the plant, many of which – is a holiday centre by lake Eldan relaxing in the sauna or hot tub. are available to purchase. Make in Långserud. You stay in hand built Naturbyn also organises events and sure you take time to “fika” in log cabins amid or up in the trees! activities for companies and groups the cosy garden café. And why The romantic treehouse Gökboet of friends such as paintball, cooking not try a slice of newly baked is set amongst swaying branches classes, and wine tasting. geranium cake ? and has a great view of the lake. Learn more: naturbyn.se Learn more: niklasdam.se During the day you can enjoy Photo: Sun Dance Ranch The Wild West in Ekshärad A little piece of the American Wild West is to be found in Ekshärad. At Sun Dance Ranch, you will discover the wonderful atmosphere of the West with a grand saloon, tipi, cottages and a large flock of horses. There are numerous excursions, day trips and even courses to participate in. In winter, it’s possible to try to sledging and snowboarding pulled along by a horse! Learn more: sundanceranch.eu 8. Discover Sweden’s Largest Lake Although Lake Vänern’s coastline is about the same length as the entire coastline of Bohus county, many people have not explored the lake. Let’s set sail on a journey of discovery amongst the islets and beautiful natural harbours. Text: Fridah Jönsson Photo: Øyvind Lund Photo: 9. Did you know that... ...Europe’s largest inland archipelago is found in Vänern? Photo: Emmie Åkesson weden’s largest lake is a real goldmine definitely worth exploring, whether you’re in your own boat or get about with one of the ferries that sail regu- Slarly in Vänern’s northern archipelago.