WELCOME TO BOLLNÄS IN HÄLSINGLAND!

World heritage site ”Gästgivars” in Vallsta
WELCOME TO BOLLNÄS
IN HÄLSINGLAND!
Bollnäs – the municipality in the centre of the cultural countryside of Hälsingland with 26,500 inhabitants has all the convenience of town life as well as
outstanding nature and wide-open and exciting countryside. There is a rich
cultural life here; above all, music is prominent. At Onbacken, in the middle of
the town, there are early iron age remains confirming that this area has long
been populated. In 1942, Bollnäs officially became a town. Today, Bollnäs is a
lively town with a wealth of small companies, great opportunities and much to
experience recreationally.
THE PROVINCE’S
FLOWER, FLAX
This beautiful blue flower is the province of Hälsing­
land’s flower. Flax from Hälsingland was a very impor­
tant product for the people who lived here.
Flax preparation was industrialised during the 18th19th century when a large number of water-driven
flax treatment works were established along the riv­
ers and streams. Flax from Hälsingland was famous
for its good quality throughout all Sweden.
THE DECORATED
FARMHOUSES OF
HÄLSINGLAND
– OUR NEW WORLD­
HERITAGE SITE
The decorated farmhouses of Hälsingland are the
15th World Heritage Site in Sweden on UNESCO’s
list. The extraordinary aspect of these farmhouses is
that Hälsingland’s independent farmers built more
and larger festivity rooms than did farmers in any
other part of the world. The building phase began in
the 17th century and culminated in the 19th centu­
ry. More decorated interiors are preserved in Häls­
ingland than anywhere else. Seven World Heritage
farmhouses are chosen as representative for about
1000 Hälsingland farmhouses of considerable cul­
tural value.
It was, amongst other things, flax growing which cre­
ated a wealthier class of farmers. It was these farm­
ers who began to build the impressive “Farmhouses
of Hälsingland”. There was competition amongst the
villages for splendour and adornment of the farm­
steads’ buildings. Folkart was of a skillfull, high qual­
ity with beautiful paintings and superb craftsmanship
in woodwork and carvings.
Today, many of these “Farmhouses of Hälsing­
land” are well preserved and open to the public
to visit. Contained within them is the history of
Hälsingland from the 18th century onwards. Con­
tact the Tourist bureau for further information.
Welcome to visit our World Heritage decorated farm­
houses! www.halsingegardar.se
Träslottet in Arbrå
WORLD HERITAGE SITE “GÄSTGIVARS”
Gästgivars is the name of one of the farmhouses on
Unesco’s World Heritage list of decorated farmhous­
es of Hälsingland. Available here are a handicrafts
shop, displays, and guided tours. Gästgivars is a
Hälsingland farmhouse from the 18th century with
beautiful interior paintings and note-worthy wallpa­
per. Several activities on different days of the week.
Day courses in traditional handicrafts.
Vallsta. Open during the summer. Other times by
appointment.
Tel: +46 (0)278 256 40, +46 (0)70 532 60 85.
www.varldsarvgastgivars.se
TRÄSLOTTET IN ARBRÅ
This old Hälsingland farmhouse features exhibits of
various quality products. There is an excellent café
featuring specialities of Hälsingland, a large imagina­
tive playarea for children, as well as inspiring gardens
and a herb garden.
Arbrå. Open during the summer.
Tel: +46 (0)278 413 03. www.traslottet.se
DECORATED FARMHOUSES OF
HÄLSINGLAND – VISITORS’ CENTRE
AT TRÄSLOTTET
Information and pictorial display of the impressive
farmhouses of Hälsingland. Tour reservations for the
worl heritage site “Gästgivars” in Vallsta. Souvenirs
are available.
Arbrå. Open during the summer.
Tel: +46 (0)278 256 40, +46 (0)70 532 60 85.
VÄSTERBY – HÄLSINGLAND
FARMHOUSES IN RENGSJÖ
A unique, historical open-air folk-museum of some 30
buildings. The farmhouses have well-preserved interi­
ors with beautiful wall paintings, decorated wallpaper
and period furniture. Five centuries of farming culture
are gathered here in one unique collection of old farm­
ing implements. Activities for children, shops and ex­
hibitions. Cafeteria.
Rengsjö. Open during the summer. Other times
by appointment.
Tel: +46 (0)278 66 55 10. www.vasterby.com
KÄMPENS HEMBYGDSGÅRD – RURAL
COMMUNITY CULTURAL CENTRE
A well-preserved Hälsingland farmstead originating
from the 16th century and a farmhouse of great his­
torical and cultural significance. There are many pre­
served objects of Hälsingland´s folkart.
Bollnäs. Open during the summer. Other times by
appoint­ment.
Tel: +46 (0)70 560 52 40, +46 (0)278 125 31.
www.hembygd.se/bollnas
Växbo Lin – Linen Factory
Växbo Mill and Växbo Krog Gourmet Restaurant
SEE & EXPERIENCE
VÄXBO
VÄXBO MILL AND VÄXBO KROG
GOURMET RESTAURANT
Växbo Mill – outstandingly beautiful, lies next to the
old mill dam. Have a look in the mill and experience
the undisturbed, rustic environment. Guided tours
available. There is a barn with many traditional hand­
icraft products of high quality, with museum and ex­
hibits, a pottery and a smithy. Open during the sum­
mer. There is also an excellent gourmet restaurant,
Växbo Krog, featuring locally produced specialities.
Växbo. Open during the summer. (The restaurant is also open during some weekends spring/
autumn and for Christmas.)
Tel: +46 (0)278 66 61 85.
www.vaxbokrog.se
VÄXBO LIN – LINEN FACTORY
A short walk away lies Växbo Lin, where one can
watch present day production of high-class flax prod­
ucts. (The Guided tours starts here). The large fac­
tory-shop has a rich assortment of beautiful textiles.
Växbo. Open year round.
Tel: +46 (0)278 66 62 00.
www.vaxbolin.se
TROLLDALEN – OUTDOOR MUSEUM IN
VÄXBO EXHIBITING TRADITIONAL FLAX
AND LINEN PRODUCTION
The beautiful and idyllic Trolldalen is situated by
Växbo Mill. Here one can observe how the flax was
treated in olden days. Lined up along the small rapids
are unique, old flax treatment works. (Guided tours).
Stroll around the beautiful surroundings or stop for
tea or coffee and a light meal at the Växbo Bakery
with bread from their own stone-hearth ovens.
Steamship S/S Warpen
MOBACKES GARDENCENTER AND
LILLA k´s GARDENRESTAURANT
Hälsingland’s biggest garden company, located
next to a nice Gardenrestaurant and café. A wide
assortment of plants and expertise. Exhibition gar­
dens and special exhibits with for example orchids.
N.Kilaforsv. 24, Bollnäs. Open year round.
Tel Mobackes: +46 (0)278 61 13 12.
Tel Lilla k´s: +46 (0)278 120 12.
www.mobackes.se, www.lillak.com
WORLD HERITAGE SITE GÄSTGIVARS
– HANDICRAFTS SHOP
At this beautiful old Hälsingland farmhouse there
are exhibitions and the sale of handicrafts of the
highest quality. Handicraft displays and courses.
Gamla Orbadenvägen 29, Vallsta.
Open during the summer. Tel: +46 (0)278 455 57.
www.hemslojden.org/arbra
VÄXBO MILL & VÄXBO LINEN FACTORY
By Brotorget in Bollnäs there is a platform for the
Snoddas train – a little round-tour train on wheels
offering a free round-tour of the central parts of the
town. Located in the centre of Bollnäs.
Växbo Mill: Displays and sales of handicrafts and
design objects of high quality, such as jewelery and
clothing. Pottery, iron smithy, café and bakery, and
gourmet restaurant.
Open during the summer, except for rainy days.
Tel: +46 (0)70 581 91 64.
Växbo. Open during the summer.
Tel: +46 (0)278 66 61 85. www.vaxbokrog.se
MUSEUMS
– ART EXHIBITIONS
Växbo Linen factory: The large factory-shop has
a rich assortment of beautiful textiles.
BOLLNÄS MUSEUM/ART HALL
Exhibits of all types are shown, contact the Muse­
um or Tourist bureau for the current programme.
Located in the nearby Kulturhuset (Cultural centre)
is the Onbacken room. An exhibition about On­
backen, an iron-age site near the museum.
Odengatan 17, Bollnäs.
Open during Exhibitions year round.
Tel: +46 (0)278 253 26, +46 (0)278 251 39.
www.bollnas.se/museum
www.bollnas.se/museum
DAAGARSSON-GÅRDEN IN LENNINGE
Växbo. Open during the summer.
Tel Bakery: +46 (0)278 66 61 85.
www.vaxbokrog.se
STEAMSHIP S/S WARPEN
Lenninge, Bollnäs. Tel: +46 (0)278 230 11.
www.daagarsson.se
Bollnäs. Open during the summer.
Call for reservations (also available for hire).
Tel: +46 (0)70 261 06 65, +46 (0)70 309 93 59.
www.warpen.se
CRAFTS
SNODDASTÅGET
Art exhibitions by well-known artists are held year
round in Stora Galleriet and local artists’ works in
Lilla Gårdsgalleriet. Contact the Daagarssongården
or Tourist bureau for opening times and current pro­
gramme.
Go on a cruise in this steamship in a genuine steam­
ship setting, with decorative fittings in mahogany,
red plush and brass. Good food and drink are
served during the trip along lake Varpen, in the river
Ljusnan’s beautiful valley. Lunchcruises and diner­
cruises, 2–3 hours.
Gästgivars in Vallsta
CHURCHES
BOLLNÄS CHURCH
This large cruciform church, originally from the ear­
ly half of the 14th century features, amongst other
things, a 3.5m high middle-ages altar triptych with
the famous Bollnäs Madonna, carved by Haaken
Gulleson. The Church has one of Sweden’s best-pre­
served collections of middle-ages wood sculptures.
N. Kyrkvägen 8, Bollnäs.
Open year round. Tel: +46 (0)278 279 00.
www.svenskakyrkan.se/bollnaspastorat
Växbo. Open year round.
Tel: +46 (0)278 66 62 00. www.vaxbolin.se
MAJA’S CAFÉ AND GIFT SHOP
Two floors filled with handicrafts, presents and
household articles in a pleasant, rural setting. Café
with home-made bakery goods and sandwiches.
Rengsjö. Open year round.
Tel: +46 (0)278 66 54 42.
Visit our Facebook page.
ÅTERBRUKSHYTTAN
An unusual glassworks where bottles and jars are
formed into useful and artistic objects. Sales and
displays – try it out!
Järnvägsgatan 35, Bollnäs. Open during the
summer. Other times by appointment.
Tel: +46 (0)70 226 21 02.
www.aterbrukshyttan.se
ANTIQUES AND
FLEA MARKETS
In the Bollnäs area you can find numerous exciting
flea markets, antique shops and auctions! Great
deals are a sure thing! Here is a selection of those
places that are open frequently.
Bollnäs: Erikshjälpen, Gammalt & Nytt, The Red
Cross shop, Ismyra loppis flea market, and Brolin’s
Auktionskammare (auction house).
Kilafors: Larshans’ Antiques at Hälsingland farm­
house.
Röste: Röste Furniture and Curios.
For more information, contact the Tourist bureau.
Tur o Ton
Återbrukshyttan
Orbaden
NATURE – HIKING
ACTIVITIES
Hälsingland has a magnificent and varied land­
scape with impressive forests, high mountains and
many lakes and watercourses. It offers great op­
portunities for the outdoor life and recreation. Trek
along some of the trails. Trail guides with informa­
tion on over-nighting and rest stops can be bought
at the Tourist bureau.
HORSE-DRAWN CART TRIPS WITH
TUR O TON (TOURS AND TONES) IN
HÄLSINGLAND
Hälsingeleden, is 100 kilometres (62 miles) long
and passes through all the countryside of Hälsing­
land: the northern part being 50 km from Harsa to
Bollnäs, the southern part 50 km from Bollnäs to
Lingbo.
Finnskogsleden, is a round walking-trail of 35 km,
which starts in Annefors.
Flottarleden, from Runemo to Söräng. A walking
trail of 7 km along the Runemo-Söräng streams.
NATURE RESERVES
Bollnäs county has ten nature reserves. Natural
variation with beautiful views, rambling paths and
undisturbed nature. Put on your hiking boots and
get out into wonderful nature!
Choose between Stora Bolleberget, Tjuvberget, Köl­
berget, Grossjöberget, Blårönningen, Galvån, Djups­
jön-Römmaberget, Hästhagsberget, Majorns Hage
and Larzonska. Free maps of some of the reserves
can be sent for or picked up at the Tourist bureau.
FISHING
There are many fine places to fish where you can
find, amongst others, salmon trout, char, grayling,
pike-perch, perch, pike and bream. Rainbow trout is
stocked in some of the “put-and-take” ponds in the
mountains and forest areas. There is river fishing in
Ljusnan and Voxnan. It is also possible to fish in the
middle of Bollnäs. Every year 1,500 kilos of fish are
put into the Bollnäs streams and in Vågen, a small
lake right in town. In Vågen you can catch a local
trout variety, and there is a walking path round the
lake. Fishing permits are required at all locations.
Some renowned fishing spots are: Varpen, Boll­
näs streams in Ljusnan, Bergviken near Kilafors,
Söräng’s streams in Voxnan, Abbortjärn and Tre­
hörningen south of Annefors. Björktjärn Lake in
Segersta and Vågen in central Bollnäs are “putand-take” stocked lakes, with moderate handicap
access.
A fishing licence can be bought, for example, at
Bollnäs Tourist bureau or in a fishing store called
“Sportfiskecentrum” in Bollnäs city center, tel. +46
(0)278 358 30.
Approved Swedish ecotourism organizer:
Musical tours in horse-drawn vehicles in the peace­
ful woods. Tales, music and traditional food from
Hälsingland served in the light of the campfire!
Gather together some friends and have a delightful
ride in a horse-drawn cart: an experience in nature,
which also includes entertainment. During the sum­
mer we also offer, amongst other things, a horsedrawn cart tour concentrated in the wilderness/
marsh as well as tours with a social gathering and
entertainment in a barn or hunting lodge. In winter
time we have horse-drawn sleigh rides.
Vallsta. Open yearly round for booking.
Tel: +46 (0)73 098 19 84.
www.turoton.se
DJUPAGÅRDEN´S PONYTREKKING,
SEGERSTA
Would you like to be out riding in the beautiful na­
ture of Hälsingland? Then you are most welcome to
Djupgården’s ponytrekking.
View from Tjuvberget
Beaver safari: as dusk falls you can join a guided
tour to the beaver’s waters that flow into the Ljus­
nan River valley.
Moose safari: As afternoon turns to evening,
the moose rise from their daily rest and wander in
search of food. That’s when we go out to look for
tracks and get close to the moose.
Arbrå. Call for reservations.
Tel: +46 (0)70 460 66 65.
www.scandinavianwildwatch.com
CYCLE TRIPS & BIKE RENTAL
There are many beautiful back roads around Boll­
näs in a varied landscape with spectacular views,
which lend themselves ideally to cycling. At the
Tourist bureau you can buy a Cycle map and get
tour suggestions. A popular trip is “Varpen runt”,
round Lake Varpen, and it is 42 km long.
Bike rental at Bollnäs Campground (from mid
June – mid August, other times by appointment), at
Orbaden Campground and at “Storsve´s bicycle
rental & cycle cafe” in Kilafors (tel +46 (0)76 259
10 10, www.storsves.se).
RAFTING ON LAKE VARPEN
– RIVER LJUSNAN
Situated on the road between Vevlinge-Segersta.
Open yearly round for booking.
Tel: +46 (0)73 027 02 46.
www.djupagardensridturer.se
Take a raft journey along the river Ljusnan’s beauti­
ful valley and discover a moment of tranquillity. The
sauna and hot tub are mounted on the raft together
with a camping style cabin with gas stove, cooler,
toilet and four bunks.
BEAR WATCHING IN FINNSKOGSRIKET
AT VARGAS WILDERNESS LODGE
Långnäsvägen, Bollnäs (at the Marina).
Open during the summer.
Tel: +46 (0)70 625 22 67, +46 (0)70 670 08 52.
If you want to see a wild bear in your lifetime then
come with us to The Bears’ Mountain! Here you’ll
have the opportunity to observe the brown bear’s
daily life. You can study them at close quarters,
in peace and quiet. The experience begins with a
25 minute walk from Vargas Vildmarkslodge to the
hide, which is extremely comfortable. Included here
is a great picnic, together with accommodation and
breakfast in the hide’s cosy beds. This excursion is
‘quality marked’ with the Swedish Eco-tourism So­
ciety’s “Best of Nature” award.
Stora Öjungen, Annefors. Swedish wildlife tourism, Vargas Vildmarkslodge.
Open yearly round for booking.
Tel: +46 (0)278 340 96, +46 (0)70 317 75 29.
www.swedenwildlife.se
SCANDINAVIAN WILDWATCH
– SAFARI TOURS
Exciting safari tours in the woods of Hälsingland.
Bear-watching: the opportunity to see moose, bear
and woodland birds on the way to the hide. After the
car ride awaits an easy 500 meter walk to the Bear
Cabin, situated next to a beautiful forest marsh.
CANOEING
Hire a canoe and paddle in a beautiful environment!
A little wilder water can be found in the river Voxnan
and calmer water with impressive views on the river
Ljusnan.
CANOE RENTAL
Sävstaås IP, Bollnäs
Hire canoes which you transport yourself to the de­
sired location.
Tel: +46 (0)278 250 86.
Prästnäset, Bollnäs
Rent canoes on Voxsjön.
Tel: +46 (0)278 134 90.
Orbaden Campground, Vallsta
Rent canoes on the river Orsjön , Vallsta.
Tel: +46 (0)278 451 65, +46 (0)70 333 81 82.
BOWLING
ACCOMMODATION
Try bowling! There are 8 computerised alleys. You
can also dine at the fully licensed restaurant.
HOTELS AND BOARDING HOUSES
GOLF
HÅRGABANAN, KILAFORS
A well-maintained park and forest course in beauti­
ful Hälsinge countryside, with 18 varying and chal­
lenging holes. Par 72. Driving range, practise area,
restaurant, golf-shop, pro, caravan parking and
over-nighting possibilities.
Tel: +46 (0)278 65 05 40, +46 (0)278 65 03 96
www.bollnasgk.com
FRELUGA GOLF CLUB IN MÖDÄNGE
In the middle of beautiful nature you find this golf­
course beside the river Ljusnan.
Scandic, Bollnäs
Tel: +46 (0)278 74 41 00
Grand Hotell, Bollnäs
Tel: +46 (0)278 63 28 00
Bollegården Sporthotell, Bollnäs
Tel: +46 (0)278 181 85, +46 (0)70 372 71 10
Orbaden Spa & Resort, Vallsta
Tel: +46 (0)278 62 15 00
Vilan Hotell & Restaurang, Orbaden
Tel: +46 (0)278 455 10
Kullerbacka Gästhus, Segersta
Tel: +46 (0)278 65 34 45, +46 (0)73 030 67 93
Kungsholmen, Segersta
Tel: +46 (0)278 65 32 29, +46 (0)70 324 04 03
BED & BREAKFAST/HOSTELS
Bollnäs Vandrarhem (youth hostel), Bollnäs
Tel: +46 (0)70 777 78 68
Loads of events and activities are held
in the Bollnäs area all year long! Choose
among music, theatre, art, children’s events
and much more. Welcome to find your own
favourites!
DECORATED FARMHOUSES
OF HÄLSINGLAND
Many summertime events are held for both
young and old at our numerous traditional
farmhouses.
See the specific websites for each farm
and visit www.bollnas.se/turism
HERITAGE DAY FOR
HÄLSINGLAND’S FARMHOUSES,
IN JULY
Open House at many of the Farmhouses of
Hälsingland in the province.
Tel: +46 (0)70 258 68 77. For more information
please visit www.frelugagk.se
Vandrarhemmet Voltersberg (youth hostel),
Bollnäs
Tel: +46 (0)278 65 31 54, +46 (0)70 583 03 30
MINIGOLF BY KARLSLUNDSBADET
Nils-Olsgården Bed & Breakfast, Söräng
Tel: +46 (0)278 391 63, +46 (0)70 649 89 55
FRELUGA GARDEN STAGE
(FRELUGA TRÄDGÅRDSSCEN)
Play mini-golf on this 18-hole course, which is ap­
proved for competitive games. Refreshments, restau­
rant and bathing beach nearby.
Ohlandersgården – STF (youth hostel), Rengsjö
Tel: +46 (0)70 810 29 66
Summer concerts with some of Sweden’s
best known artists in a wonderful garden
atmosphere!
Bollnäs. Tel: +46 (0)70 578 37 65.
BATHING PLACES
Långnäs: centrally located beach in Bollnäs, Lång­
näs park, with beautiful views of Lake Varpen and the
River Ljusnan. Restaurant service at “Terrassen” next
to the sandy beach.
Karlslundbadet: centrally located in Bollnäs by the
River Ljusnan. Diving tower, play ground, beach-vol­
ley pitch, mini-golf and refreshments.
Vevlingestrand: family-friendly swimming by Vev­
lingestrand’s Campground. Playground, volleyball
pitch and large grassy areas. Refreshments.
Stiftsgården, Undersvik
Tel: +46 (0)278 63 65 60
www.frelugatradgardsscen.se
Daniel-Olsgården Bed & Breakfast, Kilafors
Tel: +46 (0)70 372 71 10
Freluga Gård, Freluga
Tel: +46 (0)763 49 92 19
Västansjö Vandrarhem (youth hostel), Kilafors
Tel: +46 (0)762 59 10 10
Storsve´s Bed & Breakfast, Kilafors
Tel: +46 (0)762 59 10 10
Bollnäs Folkhögskola, Bollnäs
Tel: +46 (0)278 389 02
CAMPING & CABINS
Prästnäset, Sunnerstaholm: A well-maintained
bathing place by Voxsjön. Canoeing, volleyball pitch
as well as several barbecue places and pleasant
strolling areas. Refreshments.
Bollnäs Camping, Bollnäs
Tel: +46 (0)278 180 90, +46 (0)70 389 10 90
Orbaden, Vallsta: Orbaden is often called “The
Riviera of Hälsingland”, having a kilometre long
sandy beach along Orsjön with beautiful views over
the bay. There are jetties, slides, beach-volley pitch­
es as well as a kiosk, restaurant, hotel, camping and
much more!
Bollegården Naturcamping, Bollnäs
Tel: +46 (0)278 181 85, +46 (0)70 372 71 10
Vevlingestrands Camping, Bollnäs
Tel: +46 (0)73 812 91 83.
Orbaden Camping, Vallsta
Tel: +46 (0)278 451 65, +46 (0)70 333 81 82
Rengsjö Camping
Tel: +46 (0)70 332 03 93, +46 (0)70 548 77 21
LÅNGNÄS PARK
This beautifully situated park offers many
events during the summer. Concerts, night
club, theatre, motor shows, amateur sports
and much more! Also a great beach and a
full service restaurant.
www.callmyr.se
BOLLNÄS KULTURHUS
– CULTURAL CENTRE
The cultural centre offers extensive and
varied concerts and activities both with
well-known performers and local talents.
Also plays, dance events, programs for
children and more!
www.bollnas.se/kulturhuset
For more events please contact the Tourist bureau or visit www.bollnas.se/turism
for calendar of events and info!
Information is subject to change after
printing.
Private cabins, contact Bollnäs Tourist bureau
Tel: +46 (0)278 258 80
Stay at a Hälsingland Farm:
Nygården, Rengsjö
Tel: +46 (0)70 392 05 56
BOLLNÄS TOURIST BUREAU
Kulturhuset ,Odengatan 17B
Tel +46 (0)278 258 80,
Fax +46 (0)278 258 70
Email: [email protected]
www.bollnas.se/turism
www.halsingland.se
Freluga Garden stage
Foto: Bernt Björklund, Birgitta Jonsson, Anneli Wiklund, Tur o Ton, Tomas Lothström m.fl.
Bollnäs, Häggesta. Bollnäs Bowling Club.
Open year round. Tel: +46 (0)278 183 75.
www.bollnasbowling.se
EVENTS