Hiking in Beautiful Värmland
One of the best ways to explore Värmland is at a comfortable pace, on foot. In Värmland, there are 23 quality-assured trails suitable for both experts and beginners. These certified trails are marked as “Hiking Värmland” and are carefully maintained and well-signposted. If you’re looking for a change of scenery, there are also wonderful city walks where you can stroll on your own or join a guided tour. For those who want a combination of hiking, comfortable accommodation, and good food, there are several hiking packages.
Leisure Cycling on Quality-Assured Bike Trails
Wherever you are in Värmland, there are great opportunities for cycling. A popular route is the Klarälvsbanan, a 90-kilometer trail stretching from Karlstad to Uddeholm, passing through open farmland in the south and deep, welcoming forests in the north. There are also several national cycling routes where you will be amazed by stunning landscapes overlooking Lake Vänern and the Värmland archipelago, such as Vänernleden and Unionsleden, which connects Norway and Sweden. These trails are quality-assured and well-marked. There are several packaged cycling experiences offering accommodation, delicious food, and cultural highlights along the way.
MTB Adventures for Both Beginners and Experts
Biking Värmland offers quality-assured trails for everyone – from winding forest paths to fast-paced gravel roads. Choose between Cross Country, Gravel, or mixed trails, all equipped with digital maps for a safe and enjoyable cycling experience.
Paddle in Tranquil Lakes
Värmland offers many opportunities for water activities. If you’re interested in paddling, there are plenty of places where you can rent both canoes and kayaks. A wide range of guided and self-guided tours is also available. Some excellent locations to paddle and experience Värmland’s nature from the water include the nature reserve Glaskogen, Kristinehamn’s archipelago, and Lurö, which is Europe’s largest freshwater archipelago.
Experience the Värmland Archipelago
In the south, where the Klarälven River flows out, Lake Vänern takes over. Vänern offers many different activities and experiences – both on the lake and on land. Did you know that Vänern is Europe’s third-largest lake and has more than 20,000 islands, islets, and skerries? The Värmland coastline of Vänern stretches for 160 km – the same length as the entire Bohuslän coast! There is plenty to do here, such as swimming, hiking across islands, paddling, and taking a boat bus.
Fishing in Värmland
For fishing enthusiasts, Värmland is a dream destination. With its many lakes and waterways, there are great opportunities to catch species such as pike, perch, zander, and salmon. Vänern, Sweden’s largest lake, is particularly known for its rich fish population. If you want to combine fishing with great food and comfortable accommodation, Hotell Årjäng has the perfect package for you. The package includes a double room with breakfast, a fishing permit, a water bottle, a picnic package, and a two-course dinner.