Gavle - Airport City Dating back from the 14th century, Gavle is nowadays a modern city of broad squares, wide avenues, and monumental buildings. County Museum is renowned for its fine collection of contemporary Swedish art, and over 300 works from the 17th to 20th century are on display. In the Cyrén Hall, glass, plastic, steel, and silver pieces by the creator of the Nobel Service Set are on display. Sweden's Map Archive and "Mini Karteum" with its unique collection offer many possibilities for, amongst others, academics, and the historically interested and family history researchers. Swedish Railway Museum houses one of the world's finest collections of locomotives and carriages, together with facts and articles from Sweden's railway history, are on display at the museum. Gavle's Art Centre and gallery host both local and guest artists. | Book this City | Harnosand Founded in 1582, Harnosand is the oldest town in the administrative district of Vasternorrland. It is a jewel on the east coast of Sweden, close to the mountains and countryside. It is the best base for exploring Angermanland, the area of Sweden that most resembles Norway, with its coastlines and long fjords stretching inland, and also the High Coast or Hoga Kusten. Harnosand is built on islands connected by bridges and its setting is one of the most scenic in Sweden. The city also has an extensive selection of outdoor activities both in summer and wintertime. Wintertime offers possibilities for skiing (cross country and downhill), ice skating, etc. Summertime activities include climbing, kayaking, trekking, etc. The town also features a summertime beach Smitingen, which occasionally gets some surfable waves. | Book this City | Hudiksvall - Airport City Dating back from the dating from 1582, Hudiksvall is a charming small fishing town located on the Swedish Coast. The town's heritage is visible in the typical fishermen's cottages along the Strommingssundet Sound, the well-preserved wooden buildings of the Fiskarstan, and the town's area around Lilla Kyrkogatan. Hudiksvall's municipality has breathtaking nature lying by the sea with a fantastic archipelago, deep forests, lakes and blue mountains. It also has a rich cultural life with theatre shows and exciting exhibitions at the Halsingland museum. Hudiksvall area also houses many magnificent Halsingland farmhouses that are part of its living cultural heritage. | Book this City | Skelleftea - Airport City The Skelleftea Region's nature highlights the contrasts between the wild and the tranquil, offering something for all five of your senses ranging from northern lights to midnight sun. Skelleftea is more than a coastal Norrland gem; it is a seaside resort in the summer, ski resort in the winter and entertainment centre all year round. It is also the gateway to a region full of exciting and memorable sights, activities and destinations. The monumental Skelleftea Church is the largest and most beautiful building in the north of Sweden. Other interesting sights are: the Wilderness Mine in Varutrask - one of the richest places in the world in minerals and Rismyrliden - Vasterbotten's only preserved new building from the beginning of the 19th century. Its proximity to real winters and coastal summers with lots of sunshine make Skelleftea a good place to spend a peaceful vacation. | Book this City | Soderhamn - Airport City Located at the center of an archipelago of 500 islands, Soderhamn is an industrial port city. The main tourist attraction is the archipelago with its many bays, and its opportunities for swimming, boating and fishing. Soderhamn is surrounded by scenic natural beauty. The town's many parks that explode into an array of color during summer are well-known throughout Sweden. The characteristic observation tower at Ostra Berget that looks out over Soderhamn and its surroundings is an unforgettable sight. The tower, opened in 1895, is known nationwide as a symbol of the town. If you're a fish lover, than a visit to Ostlins Fish Smokehouse is an absolute must. You'll find all the goodies of the sea here such as: salmon, whitefish and herring in a variety of prepared forms. An abundance of coastal delicacies are also available for sale at the Trollharens Fishing Village. | Book this City | Sundsvall - Airport City Ideally situated in the middle of Sweden near the mouths of the Ljungan and Indalsalven rivers, Sundsvall is a magnificent neo-Renaissance town with richly ornamented buildings. After being devastated by fire for the third time in 1888, rendering 9,000 people homeless, the town was rebuilt in stone. Today is surnamed the "Stone City," its buildings appearing just as they did at the end of the 19th century. The best way to experience the town is a guided tour, either at the street or roof level. Sundsvall is a real coastal town, rivaling Spain's Costa del Sol and it has several wonderful beaches along this beautiful stretch of coastline. If possible arrange your visit during the fantastic Gatufesten street festival in Sundsvall - the largest street festival in Sweden or of the Jazz Festival. | Book this City | Umeaa - Airport City Umeaa is the largest town in the north of Sweden, home of the famous Umeaa University (the most northern one in Europe). It is a city of knowledge and culture with a multiethnic population, offering world-class art, drama, films, industries, music and research. There are many different sights worth visiting in Umeaa region. At Gammlia, there is Vasterbotten's Museum with its outdoor museum, the Fishing and Maritime Museum, the Swedish Ski Museum and the Art Museum. Holmon and Norrbyskar are two idyllic islands which you can get to by car/bus and ferry. This region offers many exciting outdoor activities and attractive swimming beaches. You can go on an unforgettable canoe trip or go fishing on the coast. There are beautiful hiking trails along the rivers and lakes. If you play golf, you can try five different golf courses from 9 to 27 holes. | Book this City |
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