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Åre District Highlights

The Åre District centers on Sweden's most prominent alpine resort, blending high-altitude outdoor activities with regional history. The area features Åreskutan mountain, topped by Sweden’s highest café, and the historic Fröå copper mine. Natural landmarks include Tännforsen, the nation's largest waterfall by volume, and the bird-rich waters of Lake Ånnsjön. Visitors can access the slopes via the century-old Bergbanan funicular or explore the remote wilderness from the Blåhammarens mountain station.

Åre District Highlights — Karte

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Tännforsen

One of Sweden's largest waterfalls, dropping 38 meters with a width of 60 meters. The site features a hiking trail and a viewing bridge over the Jännan river.

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Åre

Åre is a locality and one of the leading Scandinavian ski resorts situated in Åre Municipality, Jämtland County, Sweden with 3,200…

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Blåhammarens Fjällstation

The Swedish Tourist Association's highest mountain station, situated 1,086 meters above sea level. It serves as a key stop on the Jämtland Triangle hiking route.

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Åre Bergbana

Åre Bergbana is a funicular railway located in Åre, Jämtland County, Sweden.

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Fröå gruva

A preserved copper mining site active between 1744 and 1919. The area includes restored historic buildings and water-powered machinery on the eastern slopes of Åreskutan.

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Åre Chocolate Factory

This family-run chocolate factory is a great place to see how the chocolate candies are made, tasting included.

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Toppstugan

Sweden's highest café, located 1,420 meters above sea level at the summit of Åreskutan.

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Ånnsjön

Ånnsjön is a lake in Åre Municipality in Jämtland County, Sweden. By road it is located 154 kilometres northwest of Östersund.

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Nalles klippa

A natural viewpoint on the slopes of Åreskutan offering panoramic views of Åre village and Lake Åresjön.

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Dolperna

An observation tower and shelter located near Lake Ånnsjön, used for birdwatching and surveying the surrounding wetlands.