Total length: 8
kmGranbergsrundan is a moderately challenging, quality-assured, and certified Hiking Värmland trail that offers varied terrain through dense forest, across ridges, and past sites of cultural and historical interest. The hike begins at the parking area and leads you up Granberget through beautiful and untouched nature.
Along the way, you’ll pass Norra Åselbergssätern, an old summer pasture hut that remains open for hikers. This is a perfect spot to take a break and experience a traditional mountain pasture setting that echoes times gone by. When you reach the top of Granberget, a tall lookout tower awaits, offering a fantastic view over the vast forests, lakes, and mountains of northern Värmland. On clear days, you can see far into Norway.
The final kilometer of the loop follows a gravel road back to the parking area. Granbergsrundan also partially overlaps with the longer Nordvärmlandsleden, making it possible to combine routes for a longer hike. You may also choose to hike up and down directly from the parking area – in that case, it’s about 2 km to the summit.
Please note that the beautiful view can only be experienced from the top of the tower. To reach the top, you need to be able to climb steep stairs – both up and down. The trail can be very wet during rainy periods, and there are sections that are rocky or difficult to walk. The gravel road to Granberget is approximately 16 kilometers long and can be both rocky and bumpy in parts. Low-clearance vehicles are not recommended.
Trail Status
Current status: Open year-round, but can be challenging during snow and icy conditions. No winter maintenance. Wear sturdy footwear – hiking boots are recommended as some sections may be wet.
Route and entrances: Start and finish at the parking area near Utsiktstorn Granberget and Kvarndammen. Note that the gravel road to Granberget is in rough condition – drive with care.
Trail markings: Orange markings and signs.
Special regulations: The trail passes through the Havsjöskogen Nature Reserve. Please respect the reserve’s regulations and the Right of Public Access (Allemansrätten). Read more about the Right of Public Access at Naturvårdsverket.
Services
Drinking water and groceries: No drinking water is available along the trail. The nearest grocery store is in Höljes – Höljes Lanthandel. At the top of Granberget, you can enjoy your packed meal at a picnic table.
Toilets: There are no toilets along the trail. The nearest public toilet is located in Höljes.
Parking: Parking is available at the trailhead. Please note that the gravel road to Granberget is in rough condition – drive carefully.
Public transport: The nearest bus stop is in Höljes. Check the current schedule via Värmlandstrafik.
Guided tours: Not available.
Waste management: No waste collection along the trail – please carry your trash home.
About Hiking Värmland
You can read more about Hiking Värmland's quality-assured trails here. Through the Naturkartan app (available for Android and Iphone), you can download the Hiking Värmland guide and save the maps for offline use.
