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SOFT ADVENTURE

In the Middle of Scandinavia you will find plenty of places ready to offer you both relaxation and exciting adventures. Here, the forest dominates the landscape, interspersed with lakes and rivers, but you will also find rolling open countryside, high mountains and a beautiful coastline. Discover it all by bike, pedal rail, geo-catching or just by a walk in the forest.

Welcome to enjoy the middle of Scandinavia!

Safe in the outdoor

10-14 days – A Soft Adventure route suggestion in the Middle of Scandinavia

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1 Gränsfors BrukOver more than 100 years, Gränsfors Bruk has built up a business based around handcrafted axes and axe expertise, with a focus on quality and environmental responsibility. When it comes to the quality and feel of the axes, much depends on the experience and skill of the individual craftsman. Each axe is signed with the smith’s initials as a guarantee of quality. Worldwide, the Gränsfors axe is considered one of the finest axes available today. We warmly welcome you to visit us and see our axes being forged, sharpened, tempered and fitted with handles. In addition to the forge with its’ factory shop, there is also an axe museum and during the summer a café and craft courses in forging and log-building. Don’t miss the chance to try ax throwing while you’re here!

www.gransforsbruk.com

2 DellenbananPedal rail bikes past glittering lakes, glide over bridges and through dark tunnels. Nothing rolls like iron wheels on iron rails. Stop and stretch your legs for a while, enjoy a packed lunch on the beach, and take a swim in the glittering lakes if your want to. Dellenbanan offers 55 km of rails between Hudiksvall to Hybo.

www.dellenbanan.se

3 JärvzooCome and experience a zoo that resembles the real wilderness! Walk safely along the three kilometres long wooden walkway through the forest. Along the way there are cosy rest areas where you can enjoy a picnic. During the walk you will meet Nordic animals such as bears, moose, raindeer, wolves, musk ox and lynx in their wild environment. Welcome to an experience that fits children, family and all animal and nature lovers.

www.jarvzoo.se

4 Tur o TonWhen time is racing past, Tur o Ton is needed as a way of slowing things down a little. Homage is paid here to a slower pace of life in the silence of the enchanting Hälsingland forest. With Tur o Ton, adventure and tranquillity, outdoor experiences and musical entertainment join together in a unique and genuine combination. The host couple, Maria and Roger Svärd welcome you into their world, full of music, storytelling, breathtaking nature, friendly horses and delicious meals by an open fire.

www.turoton.se

5 Högbo BrukHögbo Bruk is a unique combination of nature, activities and cultural history. There is something for everyone, big andsmall. You can swim or go fishing on the lake, run or walk in the forest on well prepared tracks or stroll through the old mill area where you can visit the craftsmen. There’s 70 kms of canoeing trails in the area, and since 2015 there’s also a brand new mountain bike arena with 120 km of bike trails.

www. hogbobruk.se

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Fully grown

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6 Gårdsjö ÄlgparkMoose Park with possibility to stay overnight. Travel on a trailer, pulled by a tractor, on a guided Moose safari. Anyone can join this tour; children, seniors and people with disabilities. You will learn a lot about the moose and how they live, in the wild and in the park. You will get really close to these magnifi-cent animals, sometimes even close enough to touch. They are huge, mighty animals and it’s a very special experience to be near them.

www.gardsjoalgpark.se/en

7 Sala SilvergruvaOne of Swedens’ most exciting and beautifully situated high wire adventure tracks, with several stimulating features such as ropeways, hanging bridges and other challenges at high altitudes. This is the perfect activity for visitors looking for a real adventure. Of course you also have the possibility to take a guided tour of the mine.

www.salasilvergruva.se/en

8 Gold panningVisit Kopparberg in Bergslagen, and learn how to pan for gold with world champions in gold panning. Suddenly, it happens! Under the gravel so it gleams, is it really gold? Yes, gold is found almost everywhere, you just have to know how to find it. The big challenge is to get the gold to remain in the pan, it requires the right technique. And that is what you gonna learn. Your instructors have over 50 World Championship medals under their belts. In the gold panning school we talk about everything a beginner needs to know. A little history, a little bit about gold properties, where in nature you should look, and of course a lot about the magic and mystery of gold. This is followed by a demonstration how to pan. How is it possible to find those little delights. Then it́ s your turn to try to pan for gold!

www.guldaventyr.se

9 ÅnnabodaHere you can enjoy the nature with the whole family. Try mountainbiking! Here is over 10 mtb-trails and there are bikes for rent. Try also hiking, fishing and bathing. In wintertime Ånnaboda is a perfect place for skiing. Stay at the hotel or in a cottage.

www.annaboda.com

10 BergslagsledenBergsleden, 280 km adventure. A new adventure awaits around every corner. Bergsleden offers amazing opportunities to experience much of our wilderness. No other lowland trail in Sweden offers so many chances to meet the expansive views, vast forests, inviting lakes and historical traces of the iron industry. The feeling of freedom here is huge.

www.bergslagsleden.se

11 Klarälvsbanan90 kilometers of car-free outdoor adventure on asphalt which meanders straight through the landscape of Värmland, from Karlstad in the south to Hagfors in the north. Klarälvsbanan is a disused railway embankment. Perfect for biking!

www.klaralvsbanan.se

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12 Guesthouse ElevenThe family friendly hotel is close to nature and has 10 tastefully decorated bedrooms. Try Geocaching, a modern version of outdoor treasure hunting. Enjoy a magnificent canoe trip for the whole family that leads you around a nature reserve. Admire the beautiful views and surroundings. Directly from the hotel, it is also possible to start some hikingtours. You can choose from a variety of lengths, from 7 km up to 20 km. And after an eventful day, you can relax in the cozy hotel and enjoy a good meal. So put on your hiking boots and discover the Värmland country-side on foot.

www.elevenarvika.se

13 Långbergets SporthotellLångbergets location, its rich variety of activities and exotic surroundings make Långberget an obvious tourist destination for those who want to discover Sweden and experience the Swedish countryside. During spring and summertime, the hotel offers hiking, fishing, guided canoe tours and even elk and beaver safaris. During winter this is an eldorado for cross-countryskiing.

www.langberget.se

14 Sønsterud GårdThe focus Is wild nature and a vast selection of birds, animals and such. This invitation goes to you, to experience the unfor-gettable travel into these mystic forest́ s where the myths talks about meeting the Hulder and Nøkken, for some. If not, the nature gives you the rivers, lakes and the vast forest for experiences of nature itself or fishing and photo-hunting of animals, moose f.ex. And why not pick some wild berries and mushroom, when the time is right?

www.sonsterud.net

15 Budor In the wilderness, just a little over an hour’s drive from Oslo international Airport and less than 30 minutes from the towns Hamar, Elverum and Løten that have a rich heritage and culture hot spots, you will find Budor. Deep forests, marshlands, soft rolling mountains and open landscapes – this is an idyllic location during wintertime with lots of snow, which is perfect for cross-country skiing. There is also a small ski center, which is available for downhill skiing, snow tubing and sledding. During summer and fall, you can experience the stillness, the wildlife, and bike and hike the trails and backroads, as well as pick berries and mushrooms. Budor Gjestegård have modern apartments for rent as well as self-service mountain houses and cabins. These can also be accommodated for larger groups or meeting with catered service upon request.

www.budor.no

16 Stora Lee CampingWonderful location by Stora Lee lake on the border between Norway and Sweden. Modern service facilities, playground, beach, canoes and superb walking opportunities. During the summer, pony rides for the youngest. Simple or luxury cabins for hire. Excellent locality for pike fishing.

www.visitoslofjord.no/en/indre-ostfold/accommodation

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17 Fetsund LenserFetsund Lenser is a former sorting and bundling site for log driving. The 2,5 km long site is now a National Heritage Site beautifully situated by the river Glomma and the offers the unique and exiting experience of «walking on water» on the connecting rafts. A guided tour offers an interesting insight into the historical importance of this industry and the everyday life of the plant workers. Enjoy a taste of the popular local specialty “pike-burger” and visit the charming museum shop ENDELI’ The Wetland Centre offers child friendly exhibitions and activities showing the biological diversity in the wetlands of the nearby Nordre Øyeren nature reserve.

www.akershus.com

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What do I need to consider before I travel and how do I get to Norway?

Norway is a vast country and the best way to get around is by car. From the south of Østfold to the north of Hedmark the distance is about 500 km. If you are planning to visit the western parts of The Middle of Scandi-navia, you can fly to Oslo and Gardermoen airport, Rygge airport or Karlstad airport (via Frankfurt). It will take about 2 hours to travel by car from Oslo to Sweden and Värmland. If you are travelling by car, you can arrive in Oslo via ferry connections from Kiel, Fredrikshavn and Copenhagen.

Find more useful information at www.visitnorway.com/en/About-Norway

Welcome to the Middle of Scandinavia!

www.mid-sweden.com www.theheartofsweden.sewww.vastmanland.se www.visit-akershus.no www.visitelverumregionen.no www.visitoslofjord.com www.visitvarmland.se

What do I need to consider before I travel and how do I get to Sweden?

From Gävle, on the east coast, to the Norwegian border in the west, the distance is about 400 kilometres. The easiest way to get around is by car. If you travel by car, there is a bridge between Denmark and Sweden or ferryconnections for example to Gothenburg. If you prefer to fly to Sweden and arrive at Stockholm Arlanda airport, you are near the eastern parts of the Middle of Scandinavia. If you are going to visit the western parts, we recommend you to fly to Karlstad (via Frankfurt), Oslo and Gardermoen airport or Moss Rygge airport.

Find more useful information at www.visitsweden.com/sweden/Travel-guide /Getting-around-in-Sweden

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