Dalarna County

Region · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Population 286,143

Area 30,568 km²

Time zone Europe/Stockholm

Official website www.w.lst.se

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Dalarnas län Must-Sees

Dalarnas län features diverse cultural and natural landmarks, including Dalhalla, a concert venue set in a former limestone quarry, and the Zorn Collections in Mora, which showcase the works of painter Anders Zorn. The region is home to Fulufjället National Park, site of the 9,550-year-old Old Tjikko spruce, and Styggforsen’s dramatic waterfall. Visitors can observe traditional Dala horse production at Grannas A. Olsson Hemslöjd or explore the historic Hedemora Gamla Theater, one of Sweden's oldest preserved barn theaters.

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Swedish Lakes and Wetlands

Dalarna's landscape is defined by its diverse aquatic systems, ranging from the expansive 34-square-kilometer Venjanssjön to the interconnected Barken lakes, which form part of the historic Strömsholm Canal. This collection features significant reservoirs like Trängsletdammen on the Dalälven river alongside clusters of smaller ponds and lakes near Nornäs and Malung-Sälen. These waters belong to major Swedish drainage basins, including the Dalälven and Norrström, supporting local ecosystems and hydroelectric infrastructure while providing extensive space for regional fishing and boating.

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Outdoor Adventures

Dalarna's landscape features dramatic geological formations, from the 100-meter cliffs of Hykjeberg to the cascading waters of Styggforsen and Fjätfallet. This collection highlights the region's accessible wilderness, including historic fire towers like Bunkris and the high-altitude peaks of the southern Scandinavian mountains. Visitors can explore the deep canyons of Storstupet, hike through the ancient forests of Fulufjället National Park, or find riverside camping spots near the Vasaloppet finish line in Mora.

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Top Ski Resorts and Slopes

Dalarna is Sweden's premier winter sports region, offering a diverse range of alpine environments from the high-capacity slopes of Romme Alpin to the family-oriented Orsa Grönklitt. This collection features major resorts alongside local ski hills like Nybroberget and Fjällberget. It includes detailed infrastructure data, covering expert pistes like Stina, intermediate runs such as Lotte and Lasse, and various lift systems including T-bars and Poma lifts serving the Sälen and Grövelsjön mountain areas.

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Swedish Cultural Heritage

This collection highlights the historical depth of Dalarna through its preserved manor houses, industrial relics, and cultural landmarks. Key sites include the Zorn House in Mora, dedicated to painter Anders Zorn, and Luossastugan, the former home of poet Dan Andersson. The list features archaeological sites in Orsa and Älvdalen, traditional open-air museums in Leksand, and industrial heritage represented by the Sandön glassworks ruins and historic water mills like Acksikvarnen.

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Historic Churches and Chapels

Dalarna is home to a diverse array of ecclesiastical architecture, ranging from medieval stone structures like Hedemora and Torsång to unique wooden mountain chapels in the Sälenfjällen region. Many of these sites, such as Mora and Orsa, serve as central landmarks within the Diocese of Västerås. Often situated along the banks of the Dalälven river, these churches and chapels reflect centuries of Swedish Lutheran tradition and local timber craftsmanship.

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