Group suggestions 2015

Group
suggestions 2015
We welcome you to the Umeå region!
Shopping, restaurants, nightlife, hotels and other concentrated citydelights with a wide
choice of outdoor activities.
UMEÅ TOURIST OFFICE | Renmarkstorget 15 | SE-903 26 Umeå | +46 (0)90 16 16 16 | www.visitumea.se |
info@visitumea.se
Guided tour of Umeå
Besides being the largest city in northern Sweden, Umeå is also European capital of culture 2014. It has two
universities, an opera company (NorrlandsOperan) with its own symphony orchestra, museums famed for
sculpture and contemporary art and, for those who like the outdoor life, a host of exciting possibilities.
In 1622, King Gustav II Adolf gave Umeå town privileges. Growth thereafter was rapid. Sweden’s indigenous
population, the Sámi, carried out reindeer husbandry all the way down to the coast. Trade started to develop
and the enormous forest areas provided great potential for the growth of the timber industry. Umeå acquired
strategic importance in the economic and cultural growth of the entire region – from the northern border to the
Gulf of Bothnia.
Although several major fires hit the city, Umeå rose from the ashes time after time and continued to develop.
The birches that grow along the city’s streets have helped lead to Umeå being known as the “City of Birches”.
On a tour of the city, your guide will give details of how Umeå developed from a small village of just over one
thousand inhabitants to the most dynamic, innovative city in northern Sweden with a shade more than 116,000
residents!
Guided tour of the city – the tour is taken aboard a bus.
It is possible to book special interest guided tours, e.g. (depending on personal likes) old buildings,
sculptures, residential areas, company visits, etc.
Umeå Tourist Office/Umeå
www.visitumea.se
info@visitumea.se
+46 (0)90 16 16 16
SEK 1,625 for 2-hour city tour
SEK 2,000 for 2-hour guided tour aboard a bus
SEK 600 for each hour thereafter; language
supplement of SEK 375
Time, approx. 1.5 – 2 hours
Västerbotten museum, guided tours of the city
Västerbotten museum is within easy walking distance of central Umeå. The museum offers a constant
succession of temporary exhibitions and programmes. Here, at any time of the year, you can also stroll around
old Västerbotten farmsteads and their associated agricultural buildings. In the summer, the museum opens the
doors of these farmsteads and stories of life in bygone days are told.
Besides being the largest city in northern Sweden, Umeå is also European capital of culture 2014. On a guided
tour of the city, your guide will give details of how Umeå developed from a small village of just over one
thousand inhabitants to the most dynamic, innovative city in northern Sweden.
Umeå has two universities, an opera company (NorrlandsOperan) with its own symphony orchestra, museums
famed for sculpture and contemporary art and, for those who like the outdoor life, a host of exciting possibilities.
In 1622, King Gustav II Adolf gave Umeå town privileges. Growth thereafter was rapid. Sweden’s indigenous
population, the Sámi, carried out reindeer husbandry all the way down to the coast.
Although several major fires hit the city, Umeå rose from the ashes time after time and continued to develop.
The birches that grow along the city’s streets have helped lead to Umeå being known as the “City of Birches”.
Västerbotten museum
www.vbm.se
info@vbm.se
+46 (0)90 16 39 00
Open all year round
Free entry
Special tours for groups: SEK 1,000 (VAT incl.)
per hour, weekdays (supplementary charge for
evenings/weekends)
Umeå city centre to Gammlia, 2 km
Umeå Tourist Office/
Umeå Guide
Association
www.visitumea.se
info@visitumea.se
+46 (0)90 16 16 16
Guide, SEK 2,000 for a 2-hour guided bus tour;
language supplement of SEK 375
Time, approx. 4 hours
Art and gardens
This tour shows off the art and sculpture in the city of Umeå. We visit Umedalen Skulptur, one of Europe’s
most beautiful sculpture parks with works by outstanding Swedish and international artists. With a current
collection of 35 sculptures, the park is always well worth visiting. This area also has IKSU Spa, the Bistro Le
Garage restaurant and Galleri Andersson Sandström (one of Sweden’s largest galleries).
We then continue to Arboretum Norr. This includes around 20 hectares of natural land where there are over
1,400 exotic ligneous (woody) plants from around 250 different species and cultivars. Arboretum Norr is a highly
agreeable encounter with nature in a beautiful part of the valley of the Umeälven river.
We also take a look at Grön Eld (Green Fire), the 45-tonne sculpture made from 3,000 glass sheets.
Nearby, there is Stationstunneln, an airy and bird-songed tunnel with quotations from the author Sara
Lidman.
Bildmuseet on Umeå Arts Campus has established itself as one of Sweden’s most interesting stages for
contemporary art and visual culture. Its exhibitions include contemporary international art, photography
and other forms of visual expression – sometimes along with glances back into the past. The exhibitions are
complemented by a comprehensive programme of talks, film screenings, performances and image workshops.
Umedalen Skulptur
www.umedalenskulptur.se/us
galleri@gsa.se
+46 (0)90 14 49 90
Open all year round, all day round
Free entry to the park
Special viewings, SEK 2,000
(VAT incl.)
Umeå Tourist Office
Umeå Guide Association
www.visitumea.se
info@visitumea.se
+46 (0)90 16 16 16
SEK 2,000 for a 2-hour guided
bus tour; SEK 600 for each hour
thereafter; language supplement
of SEK 250
Total time, approx. 3 – 4 hours.
Bildmuseet
(the Museum of the Image)
www.bildmuseet.umu.se
info@bildmuseet.umu.se
+46 (0)90 786 52 27
Open all year round
Free entry
Special tour, SEK 1,000 (weekdays)
or SEK 2,000 (weekends), approx.
one hour
Västerbotten museum
Within easy walking distance of central Umeå, Västerbotten museum is one of the most important players in
Umeå. The museum offers a constant succession of temporary exhibitions and programmes. Here, you can
also stroll around old Västerbotten farmsteads and their associated agricultural buildings. In the summer, the
museum opens the doors of these farmsteads and stories of life in bygone days are told. Examples of events
during 2015 include special activities and tours taking in, amongst other things, the Sámi “vistes” (“camping
grounds” where the Sámi erect their lodges and storage huts), a historic Sámi market and handicrafts and
arts featuring Sámi symbols.
Västerbottens museum
www.vbm.se
info@vbm.se
+46 (0)90 – 16 39 00
Open all year round
Café
Free entry
Umeå city center to Västerbottens museum (Gammlia) 2 km. For quotations or bookings, please contact Lillemor
Elfgren (programme coordinatior) on +46 (0)90 16 39 60.
Visits can be combined with lunch/dinner at Sävargården.
Photo: Bildmuseet
Bildmuseet on Umeå Arts Campus
Bildmuseet has established itself as one of Sweden’s most interesting stages for contemporary art and visual
culture. Its exhibitions include contemporary international art, photography and other forms of visual expression
– sometimes along with glances back into the past. The exhibitions are complemented by a rich programme of
talks, film screenings, performances and image workshops.
Besides exhibitions and programmes, there is also the public creative workshop and the museum shop. The first
of these provides “artistic instruction” for all ages and the second has a unique selection of art books and picture
souvenirs. On the bottom floor, adjacent to the museum, there is a café/restaurant and library with journals and
books on art, design and architecture.
In May 2012, the new museum building was opened on Umeå University’s Arts Campus, which is next to the
Umeälven river. Designed by Danish Henning Larsen Architects in collaboration with White, the building’s seven
floors offer fantastic views across the city and the city’s river.
You are cordially invited to take a look around at your own pace or to join any of our open tours. It is also
possible to book special tours for groups.
Bildmuseet
www.bildmuseet.umu.se
info@bildmuseet.umu.se
+46 (0)90 786 74 00
Open Tuesday 11.00 – 20.00,
Wednesday to Sunday 11.00 –
18.00; closed Monday
Free entry
Exhibitions
www.bildmuseet.umu.se/english/
exhibitions
Programme events: www.bildmuseet.umu.se/english/events
Group tours can be booked (no
later than 14 days before the tour)
Umeå city centre to Bildmuseet, 0.8 km
(5 – 10 minutes on foot from the city centre, along the riverside walk)
at www.bildmuseet.umu.se/
visningar/bokningar/ (in Swedish)
Special group tours of approx. 1
hour, SEK 1,500 (weekdays) or SEK
2,500 (weekends) in 2015.
Photo: Patrick Trädgårdh
Photo: Calle Bredberg
Norrbyskär
Towards the end of the 19th century, one of Europe’s largest sawmills grew on Norrbyskär, a beautiful island in
an archipelago setting. Today, this idyllic island group offers experiences for all – dizzying adventures, peaceful
archipelago countryside, fascinating cultural heritage, children’s activities and good food.
A day on Norrbyskär
Book a wonderful day in a historical setting on the beautiful island of Norrbyskär. The package includes a guided
trip aboard a tourist train, entry to Norrbyskär Museum and Lilla Norrbyskär (little Norrbyskär) and an
archipelago lunch.
Norrbyskär Museum, www.norrbyskar.se, info@kfum.nu, +46 (0)90 18 57 10
Can be booked during the period June to August 2015
Children, f o r f r e e (0 – 5 years old) 3-5 years 55 SEK, 6-13 years 130 SEK.
Adults 290 SEK..
2 – 12 people. Start from ferry terminal at the island.
During the summer, the Norrbyskär ferry operates a regular service every day. The crossing takes around 15
minutes.
Experiences at Olofsfors Bruk
Olofsfors Bruk is one of Sweden’s best-preserved industrial heritage sites and one of Västerbotten’s grandest
attractions. This iron mill’s history is recounted in various ways via exhibitions, guided tours and activities. At the
mill, the old smithies, the smelting house, the school, the mill wheel, the laundry rooms, the workers’ houses and
the manor house have all been preserved. These buildings host a wide range of operations – everything from
studios to a conference facility.
Next to the mill, there is an outdoor recreation area with trails for exercise, walking, horses and snowmobiles.
Here, you can experience our fantastic countryside with its winding meanders and sandy banks.
A weekend in a historic setting
Spend an unforgettable 24 hours at Olofsfors’ historic iron mill. The visit begins with lunch at the mansion
house and an introduction to the mill and its history. Each visitor receives reference materials and a map of the
complex.
In a guided tour of the mill, we learn a little about the mill’s environments. Our skilful guide gives details of
life at the mill and how everything worked. After 1.5 to 2 hours, the tour ends and coffee and home-baked
pastries/cakes are served at Kafé Anno 1762.
In the afternoon, there is time to explore the mill on your own, visit the shop and drop in on any of the
craftspeople who are present.
Dinner at the mansion house comprises a three-course meal made from first-class ingredients. A sauna is a
further possibility.
In the fantasy inspiring setting of the old smelting house and blast furnace, the evening offers music and
entertainment.
The overnight stay is spent at Olofsfors Herrgård (the mansion house).
Following breakfast in the mansion house, we visit one of the mill’s many craftspeople. Here, we try out a
craft and learn a little of the technique. A large number of different crafts are on show in the mill’s smithies and
studios.
The visit ends with lunch at the mansion house.
A whole day in a historic setting
The visit starts with coffee and refreshments in Kafé Anno 1762. Here, we are introduced to the iron mill and
its history. Each visitor receives reference materials and a map of the complex.
In a guided tour of the mill, we learn a little about all the mill’s environments. Our skilful guide gives details
of life at the mill and how everything worked. The tour takes around 1.5 to 2 hours.
After the tour, there is lunch at Olofsfors Herrgård (the mansion house), where there is a tasty buffet
comprising a prodigious, open salad counter and 3 – 4 dishes made from excellent ingredients.
We then visit one of the mill’s many craftspeople. Here, we try out a craft and learn a little of the technique. A
large number of different crafts are on show in the mill’s smithies and studios.
There is then time to explore the iron mill on your own or to visit the shop or the various craftspeople.
Olofsfors Bruk
Guided tours and activities
www.olofsforsbruk.nu
asa@olofsforsbruk.nu
+46 (0)930 101 96
Open all year round Umeå to
Olofsfors, 55 km Örnsköldsvik to
Olofsfors, 60 km
.
Olofsfors Herrgård
www.olofsforsbruk.nu
bruket@olofsforsbruk.nu
+46 (0)930 131 96
Kafé Anno 1762
+46 (0)70 675 00 62
www.kafeanno1762.com
mona.prestele@yahoo.com
Photo: Calle Bredberg
Antiques and second-hand
trip
Join us on a journey full of finds, antiquities and handicrafts in quintessentially Västerbotten settings! With both
visit-worthy and shopping-friendly destinations, this trip has all the ingredients of success. Naturally enough,
good food in pleasant surroundings adds extra “spice”.
At Stenfors Gård in Ånäset, besides visiting a flea market and halls full of antiques, we also take refreshments
at Café Giraff. Do not miss the show garden and the apple grove with its 30 or so varieties of apple. The trip
then moves on to Andra Varvet, an extremely popular second-hand shop in the harbour setting of Sikeå. Our
coach then takes us to Ratan and Hantverk i Ratan, a handicrafts centre. The trip ends with a delightful meal
at Tullgården.
Andra Varvet
www.andravarvet.se
kontakt@andravarvet.se
+46 (0)70 248 89 97
Stenfors Loppis och
Antikt www.stenforsgard.se
roger@stenforsgard.se
+46 (0)70 556 44 19
Open
Time: about 1 hour
Distance: 72 km from Holmsund
Open
Time: about 1.5 hours
Distance: 83 km from Holmsund
Hantverk i Ratan
www.hantverkiratan.se
ritvalundberg@hotmail.com
+46 (0)70 620 79 85
Tullgården
www.tullgarden.se
info@tullgarden.se
+46 (0)934 311 32/
+46 (0)70 100 44 88
Open
Time: about 0.5 hours
Distance: 54 km from Holmsun
Open
Time: about 1.5 hours
Distance: 54 km from Holmsund
Miscellaneous
This trip can advantageously be combined with visits to/guided tours of: Ostens Lager (Västerbottensost),
Kulturrum at Tullgården and Bruksmuseet in Robertsfors. These are, respectively, a cheesery, a heritage
exhibition and an ironworks museum. Day trips to other regional destinations on a similar theme
(e.g. Olofsfors) are further possible partners for this trip.
Photo: Daniela Rothkegel
Photo: Malin Bjurén
Sámi now and before
Granö Beckasin is located in the village of Granö in the municipality of Vindeln, 75 km from Umeå. Granö is an
idyll surrounded by Västerbotten’s beautiful countryside and with views over the quiet waters of the Umeälven
river.
In a typical Sami tent, you will meet with the Sámi man Jesper which takes you on a journey into their
culture. You will learn how to build and what life would be like in such a hut and that nomadic life only
worked when they kept to strict procedures, customs and practices. At the same time, you will
experience the Sami cuisine and get to try some special culinary specialties.
Time: About 1.5 hours
Prices: 400 SEK / Adults
Less for children.
For groups of 6-8 people please contact for quotation
Other:
Granö Beckasin offer tours and activities during the whole year. Other options for groups are log rafting trip, herbal walk, moose
safari, horse and sleigh, ski tour to sami hut and guided ski tour at night.
Granö Beckasin’s “bird nests”
Join our guided tour of the spectacular Fågelnästena (bird nests), hotel accommodation built atop strong pines
with views across the Umeälven river. Your guide gives details of Granö Beckasin’s amazing history, the building
of the bird nests and how it all started with a thousand stuffed birds. Either outdoors or in the area’s cosy café,
we also eat a satisfying lunch together.
Time: About 1.5 hours
Prices: SEK 90 (VAT incl.) per person in group of at least 10 people
Granö Beckasin
www.granobeckasin.com
info@granobeckasin.com
+46 (0)76 22 99 855
Open all year round
Distance
From Umeå: 75 km – Take road E12 northwards to
Mo i Rana or Lycksele; after 70 km, follow the signs.
From Lycksele: 50 km – take road E12 southwards
to Umeå; at 50 km, follow the signs.
Other Vindeln destinations
The Vindelälven nature reserve
Vindelälvens Naturcentrum: www.vindeln.se,
naturcentrum@vindeln.se
+46 (0)70 697 20 46
Open in the summer and for bookings.
Art in the mill: www.konstikvarn.com
info@konstikvarn.com
+46 (0)73 044 03 37.
Open in the summer.
Additional information
Viewing of Granö Beckasin’s “bird nests”
Time: Approx. 30 minutes
Price: SEK 10 (VAT incl.) per person in group of at l
east 15 people
Refreshments in café
Coffee/tea and any cake: SEK 30 per person
Café and restaurant in the area
Granö Beckasin Café
Homestead museum
www.vindelnshembygdsgard.se,
info@vindelnshembygdsgard.se
+46 (0)76 87 88 416.
Open summer weekends and for bookings.
Galleri Täppan
www.galleritappan.se, prab@telia.com
+46 (0)70 386 66 87.
Open Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays.
Vindeln’s church
Photo: Noah Melin
Västerbotten cheese – from farm to table in the cheese kingdom!
In the early 1870s in Burträsk, dairymaid Ulrika Eleonora Lindström made the “mistake” of a lifetime. It resulted
in Västerbotten cheese, an “emperor amongst cheeses”. Using Ulrika Eleonora’s original recipe, this cheese is still
made today at the Burträsk dairy. Once it has been made, each Västerbotten cheese is sent to Ostens Lager (the
“Cheese Store”) where it is allowed to mature and gain its distinctive flavour. Follow it along its way from farm to
table in the cheese kingdom.
Ängesbäckens Lantbruk is a large and modern ecological farm with around 300 head of livestock. It
produces up towards 5,000 litres of milk every day. This is one of the farms that provides the milk for
Västerbotten cheese. Learn a little about the life of the farm’s cows and enjoy a thrilling experience that
gives an entirely new perspective.
To acquire the right taste, consistency and structure, Västerbotten cheese is stored for at least 12 months. At
Ostens Lager in Ånäset, visitors can follow storage all the way from the cheese arriving from the Burträsk dairy
to it being ready for delivery a full year later. Seeing around 140,000 cheeses stored row after row is impressive.
Besides an exhibition on past and present dairy processing, the “Cheese Store” also has a café. Furthermore,
Västerbotten cheese can be bought directly from the store.
If there is time, it may additionally be possible to visit Burträsk dairy. This is the only place in the world where
Västerbotten cheese can be produced. Directly adjacent to the dairy, there is Västerbottensost besökscenter
(Västerbotten cheese visitor centre) with its exhibition on Västerbotten cheese. This covers almost everything
about production of the cheese (secret recipe excluded!), its history and the myths that surround it. Activities
such as cheese tasting and small-scale cheese production can also be booked. The café serves dishes that use
this famous cheese.
Ängesbäckens Lantbruk
http://www.ostriket.net/23.html
+46 (0)934 500 10
Group visits received subject to
agreement
Time, approx. 1 hour
Approx. 97 km from Holmsund
Ostens
Lager,
Ånäset
www.ostenslager.com,
info@ostenslager.com
+46 (0)934 142 96
Group visits received subject to
agreement
Time, approx. 1 hour
Approx. 85 km from Holmsund
Västerbottensost
besökscenter
http://vasterbottensost.com/
vasterbottensost-besokscenter/
info@burtraskmejeri.se
+46 (0)90 18 47 47
Group visits received subject to
agreement
Time, approx. 1 hour
Approx. 120 km from Holmsund
Tips on places to eat: Lufta Camping & Restaurang in Ånäset (the pizzas with Västerbotten cheese are
highly recommended). Tullgården in Ratan (genuine, home-made dishes with Västerbotten ingredients).
Photo: Calle Bredberg
Farm visit with lunch and activities
The farm is a popular outing that offers unique experiences in an attractive environment with grazing animals
and good food. We start the visit with a presentation that gives details of the farm’s operations and includes a
couple of films. Next, we go on a tour and meet the farm’s animals. Two activities are included, for example, a
“treasure hunt” and sheepdog trials. For lunch, you can choose between unique dishes such as salmon prepared
in a wok and special meatloaf. There is also a dessert.
This leave time for shopping in the farm’s shop. Besides its own produce, this also has wares from other local
producers.
You are cordially invited to enjoy a pleasant time in a beautiful setting!
Hälje Gård
www.haljegard.nu
haljegard@ume.se
Erik Johansson, +46 (0)70 514 75 24
Kristina Johansson, +46 (0)730 567 224,
+46 (0)90 14 75 24
2015:
Standard opening times for farm visits, Mondays 13.00 – 20.00; Sundays, 12.00 – 16.00
Groups should book in advance
SEK 280 per person (minimum booking, 20 people)
Time: 2.5 hours for bus-lunch with activity
Umeå to Holmnäs, 20 km
Photo: Calle Bredberg
Photo: Malin Bjurén
The Seven Rivers Art Route
The Seven Rivers Art Route (Konstvägen Sju Älvar) is a 350-km long art exhibition. It runs between Holmsund in
the east and Borgafjäll in the west (in the mountains of southern Lappland). A trip along the route invites you to
experience 12 different works of art, many cultural heritage sites and fantastic closeness to Mother Nature. The
Art Route passes the Vindelälven, Umeälven, Öreälven, Lögdeälven, Gideälven and Ångermanälven rivers. At the
route’s furthest point in southern Lapland’s mountains, you will also see the Saxälven river.
The Seven Rivers Art Route
Information on the 12 fantastic works of art is available at www.konstvagen.se.
Some attractions along the route
Umedalen Skulptur has works by prominent Swedish
and international artists. With a current collection of 35
sculptures, the park is always well worth visiting.
Umedalen Skulptur
www.umedalenskulptur.se/us
galleri@gsa.se
+46 (0)90 14 49 90
Open all year round, all day round.
Free entry to the park
Special viewings, SEK 2,000 (VAT incl.)
Umeå city centre to Umedalen, 5 km
At Älgens Hus (Elk House) you can tap tame elks,
study the museum’s exhibits, take a guided tour and
buy the farm’s own elk cheese. Meeting elks at really
close quarters is a unique experience.
Älgens Hus
www.algenshus.se
btab@telia.com
+46 (0)70 674 15 95
Open June – August (year round for groups)
SEK 120 per person (entry and guide)
Restaurant and café
Umeå to Västernyliden (Älgens Hus), 70 km
At Torvsjö kvarnar, there is one of northern Europe’s most remarkable collections of water-powered plants. It
has mill wheels, a threshing barn, a saw, a planer, grinding stones and an electricity generator. Employing great
ingenuity, everything was hand built by Torvsjö’s farmers. An exhibition in the heritage centre at this Torvsjö
attraction reveals how people lived in inland Västerbotten. Torvsjö kvarnar is now national heritage listed.
www.torvsjokvarnar.se
In Björnlandet National Park, you encounter magnificent
wilderness and one of Sweden’s most valuable primeval
forests. Steep and vertical slopes punctuate the undulating
upland terrain. At 550 m, Storberget’s peak is the park’s
highest point. The eastern part of the park has
information boards and a marked scenic walk.
Åsele Tourist Information
Office www.southlapland.com
www.lapplandturism.se
turistinfo@asele.se
+46 (0)941 140 78
Tour of Torvsjö mills (incl. the heritage centre),
from SEK 700
June – August. Time, 1.5 hours. Umeå to Torvsjö,
186 km
Caravan museum
Visit the Polarvagn caravan museum.
Guide, Kikki Mårtensson
www.polarvagnen.se
+46 (0)942 520 19
Old Sámi camping grounds in Storviken
Wander to the various camping grounds and experience Sutme Lappläger, an over 200 year old habitation where,
up until the 1970s, Sámi used to live all year round. Sense the mystery of the sacrificial site, enjoy the views and
experience the waterfall in the Slipsikån river. Ramble up the treeless uplands and drink in the far-stretching panoramas over unspoilt countryside. Further details and guides are available from Dorotea Tourist Information Office.
Hotell Borgafjäll
With prize-winning architecture by the world-famous Ralph Erskine, the hotel was designated Västerbotten’s
best loved building in Arkitekturtinget 2001. Inspired by the surrounding mountains, the rooms are spectacularly
constructed.
Amongst other things, Borgafjäll offers snowmobile safaris, dog sledding, horse trekking and sleigh rides. In the
summer and autumn, you can walk in the mountains, fish and pick chantarelles. Our hunt organisers can take
you out on thrilling ptarmigan hunts in magnificent upland settings. 69° Nord (a company) offers
adrenaline-tinged adventures such as caterpillar and helicopter skiing.
www.borgafjallen.se
info@hotellborgafjall.com
+46 (0)942 421 00
Trollklinten, Gitsfjällets nature reserve, Blaikfjället, Oxfjället
Information on guided tours, Jan-Erik Wallin
+46 (0)942 440 50/+46 (0)70 3100 499
Dorotea Tourist Information Office
www.southlapland.com
www.lapplandturism.se
turism@dorotea.se
+46 (0)942 140 63
Umeå to Borgafjäll, 320 km
Photo: Calle Bredberg
Alpine challenges in the Umeå
region
The Umeå region has a large selection of alpine ski slopes that are open throughout the season (December to
April). Within a one-hour car/bus ride from Umeå, there are several fine skiing centres offering well prepared
slopes and various degrees of difficulty. Alpine ski equipment can be hired at these centres, where cross-country
skiing is yet a further possibility. There are also refreshment facilities close to all the slopes.
Buberget, Vindeln’s time-honoured winter sports centre, has challenges for everyone! It offers both beginners’
and advanced slopes. In total there are five descents and four lifts. One of these is a children’s/button lift.
Agnäsbacken in Bjurholm is perhaps the region’s most complete hill. Its slopes suit the youngest to the most
experienced downhillers.
Middagsberget in Vännäs is a family centre with two slopes. It is famous for its snowboard slope and there is
also an awesome superpipe here.
Checking in at a hotel in Umeå is the start of your trip. The afternoon and evening are then free for shopping
and Umeå’s hurly-burly. After a sumptuous breakfast the following morning, we set off for Buberget in Vindeln
(or Agnäsbacken in Bjurholm or Middagsberget in Vännäs) and devote the day to skiing. Refreshments can be
booked in advance or bought on the day from the café/restaurant at the slope. At 15.00 we return to Umeå for
an overnight stay or the journey home.
Buberget, Vindeln
Bubergsgården, Buberget
SE-922 32 Vindeln
Tel: +46 (0)933 613 68
Mobile: +46 (0)70 355 74 66
www.bubergsgarden.nu
Distance: 55 km from Umeå
Agnäsbacken, Bjurholm
Agnäs
SE-916 91 Bjurholm
Tel: +46 (0)932 400 04
www.agnasbacken.se
info@agnasbacken.se
Distance: 70 km from Umeå
Middagsberget, Vännäs
Middagsberget
SE-911 01 Vännäs
Tel: +46 (0)935 203 45
Mobile: +46 (0)76 140 56 49
www.middagsberget.se
info@middagsberget.se
Distance: 30 km from Umeå
Tips on where to stay!
Hotels in Umeå
Book hotel rooms online
www.visitumea.se
Time: At least two days. Day 1 is spent in Umeå and day 2 at one of the region’s ski centres.
Photo: Umeå Golfklubb
Play golf in the Umeå region
There are six golf courses in the region. For those keen to experience a little variety, we have selected three
with differing characters. You can stay at any of Umeå’s hotels.
Umeå golf club has 27 holes (an 18-hole and a 9-hole course) in a rolling forest setting. It is in Sweden’s top
class. There is a restaurant, a well-stocked golf shop, a swing studio, a golf range, a practice area and simple
accommodation. Founded in 1954, the course is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Norrland.
Bjurholm golf club offers an 18-hole course in a rolling, agricultural setting. The course’s architect Peter Nordwall has created something that, while having its own distinctive character, is reminiscent of Scottish heathland.
This is a course where thinking players can do well against those who merely hit long.
Norrmjöle golf club has a first-class 18-hole course that meanders through admirably rolling pine heathland
interrupted by rocky outcrops and small lakes. The well-drained sandy soil and the electrically heated greens
enable an early start to the golf season.
Umeå golf club
www.umgk.se
info@umgk.se
+46 (0) 90 585 85
Green fee, SEK 300
Umeå to Holmsund, 17 km
Hotels in Umeå
Book hotel rooms online
www.visitumea.se
Bjurholm golf club
Mariebäck
www.bjurholmsgk.se
kansliet@bjurholmsgk.se
+46 (0) 932 107 56
Green fee, SEK 350
Umeå to Bjurholm, 62 km
Norrmjöle golf club
www.norrmjole-golf.se
kansli@norrmjole-golf.se
+46 (0) 90 815 81
Green fee, SEK 250-350
Umeå to Norrmjöle, 20 km
Study visits
Umeå’s Technical Visits offers 11 different study visit programmes, each of which has fascinating contents. The
programmes also make various provisions for further, in-depth studies. For example, the waste management
programme has landfill and recycling options. Aware that many visitors have specific wishes, we have made it
possible to customise study visits accordingly.
Our goal is that our visitors should leave Umeå with fresh inspiration to create changes that result in sustainable
cities and communities.
The study visit programmes cover the following areas:
· Environmental awareness
· Waste management
· Energy
· Sustainable construction
· Urban planning
· Road ecology
· Air environment
· Sustainable transport
· Water and wastewater treatment
· Sustainable companies
· Contaminated areas
www.technicalvisitsumea.se
Photo: Patrick Trädgårdh
Photo: Malin Bjurén
Food
High-quality, welcoming restaurants that are suitable for bus/coach parties.
BJURHOLM
Älgens Hus – www.algenshus.se
VÄNNÄS
Hotell Vännäs – www.hotelvannas.se
Slöjdarnas Hus – www.slojdarnashus.se/
NORDMALING
Olofsfors Herrgård – www.olofsforsbruk.nu
ROBERTSFORS
Tullgården – www.tullgarden.se
Lufta Camping – www.luftacamping.se
Calle Slevens Kök – www.calleslevens.se
UMEÅ
Baggböle Herrgård – www.baggboleherrgard.se
Bistro Le Garage – www.bistrolegarage.com
Brännlands Wärdshus – www.brannlandswardshus.se
Holmö Havsbad – www.visitholmon.se
Hälje gård – www.haljegard.nu
Kummin – www.kummin.nu
VINDELN
Hotell Forsen – www.hotellforsen.se
Mårdseleforsens café och servering
– www.kronlundkursgard.se/mardseleforsen/
Norrbyskärs Museum – www.norrbyskar.se
Skeppsviks Herrgård – www.skeppsvik.se
Umeå Tourist
Office
Renmarkstorget 15
SE-903 26 Umeå
+46 (0)90 16 16 16
www.visitumea.se
info@visitumea.se
More suggestions on www.visitumea.se
Sävargården – www.savargarden.se
Photo: Patrick Trädgårdh
Annual
events
Photo: Daniel Olausson
Photo: Jakob Birgers
February
The Konstvägen race
The Konstvägen (“Art Route”) ski race is one of Sweden’s classics. It runs between Fredrika and Balsjö (45 km).
There is also an alternative stretch between Övre Nyland and Balsjö (20 km). A glorious winter experience for
skiers and spectators alike. The race helps determine seedings for the Vasaloppet and Tjejvasan races.
Fredrika and Övre Nyland
FredrikaIK-Skidor, fredrikaik@live.se
+46 (0)943 10389
Umeå snow-sculpting championships
The highly imaginative snow sculptures along Rådhusesplanaden have become an extremely popular
tradition. W orking on a set theme, participating teams turn a snow cube into a sculpture. Voting decides
the winner. The prize is presented on Saturday in Rådhustorget.
Rådhusesplanaden, Umeå
www.visitumea.se, info@visitumea.se
+46 (0)90 16 16 16
Nolia Utbildning och Rekrytering
This fair is centred on providing help in choosing educational courses and careers. Knowledgeable exhibitors,
visitors hungry for information, inspiring lecturers and fun activities all come together here. This year’s “inspirer”
is comedienne Marika Carlsson.
Nolia, Umeå
www.nolia.se/ur/, inger.backstrom@nolia.se
+46 (0)90 16 42 69, +46 (0)70 559 63 52
Umefolk
Umeå’s folk music festival has its roots in the folk-centred festivals of the 1970s. With concerts, dancing and
workshops, it is the winter’s largest folk music event. Since 1986, it has been held at Umeå Folkets Hus (Umeå’s
civic centre).
Umeå, Folkets Hus
www.umefolk.umeafolkmusik.se, info@umefolk.com
+46 (0)70 329 94 92
March
April
House of Metal
Umeå Open
House of Metal is a two-day indoor festival focusing on various genres of metal music. Every year, around 25
bands from Sweden and all around the world perform on the festival’s stages (three main stages and one for
cover bands).
Umeå Open is Sweden’s largest indoor festival for pop and rock. Both national and international stars come here.
Since its start in 1998, the festival has grown tremendously and become a given meeting point for music lovers
throughout Norrland.
Umeå, Folkets Hus
www.houseofmetal.se, petra@houseofmetal.se
+46 (0)90 15 63 81
Umeå, Folkets Hus www.umeaopen.se,
info@humlan.org
+46 (0)90 12 61 80
Sámi week
Nolia Trädgård
Throughout Sámi week, the city is full of music, dance, theatre,
exhibitions and talks revolving around and showcasing Sámi culture.
The Sámi are an autochthonous people and the oldest native people
in the Nordic countries. From October to April, the Umeå region forms
part of the Sámi’s reindeer husbandry area.
Nolia Trädgård is an exhibition devoted to gardening. Held first in 2012, it attracted a staggering 5,900 visitors
over its three days.
Umeå
www.samiskaveckan.se, eva@samiskaveckan.se
+46 (0)70 354 51 06
Photo: Malin Bjurén
International literature festival
Littfest in Umeå is the largest literature festival in northern Sweden. Via seminars, presentations, exhibitions and
performances, new forms are sought for exchanges between writers, publishers, critics, researchers and readers.
Hus www.littfest.se,
info@littfest.se
+46 (0)72 745 46 55
Nolia, Umeå
www.nolia.se/tradgard, kristin.olsson@nolia.se
+46 (0)90 16 34 02
May
The MADE festival
MADE is an annual performing arts festival that offers an astounding mix of different forms of art and
expression. It brings together high-calibre international performers and artistes, local artistic innovators and
enthusiasts and audiences from all parts of the compass.
NorrlandsOperan and other Umeå venues
www.madefestivalen.se, info@norrlandsoperan.se
+46 (0)90 15 43 00
Rounders Cup
The Vindelälven River Mush
The Vindelälven River Mush is a unique sled-dog competition in the form of a relay race along this beautiful
watercourse. Starting from the mountain village of Ammarnäs, the competition finishes four days later in
Vännäsby, where the Vindelälven and Umeälven rivers meet.
www.vindelalven.se,
olle.rosen@ubhk.se
+46 (0)90 351 60, +46 (0)70 568 30 79
Västerbotten’s Ski Festival – 70-km race
The traditional 70-km race from Vindeln to Robertsfors is for ordinary exercisers and elite sportspeople alike. It is
a challenging skiing adventure. The race for ladies is run on the same day over 40 km.
Vindeln and Robertsfors
www.7-mila.se, kansli@7-mila.se
+46 (0)72 227 96 11
The tournament is a popular festival that celebrates more than just sporting achievement. As the world’s largest
rounders tournament, it attracts over 3,000 players and large audiences.
Mariehemsängarna, Umeå
www.brannbollscupen.se, gustav.pettersson@vk.se
+46 (0)73 775 89 02
Blodomloppet (the “Blood Circulation Race”)
Umeå is one of Sweden’s largest organizers of Blodomloppet. 2013 is the event’s 10th anniversary. The race offers
5 and 10 km routes for both individuals and teams of 5 people. All the events finish with a gigantic picnic.
I20-området (the I20 area), Umeå
www.blodomloppet.se, umea@blodomloppet.se
+46 (0)90 77 00 08
July
June
Country festival
Grunkor & Mojänger (“Thingummies and Whatsits”)
An unusual get-together with a mix of technology, mechanics and old objects. Down-to-earth, spontaneous and
glint in the eye are the key ideas. The message – come as you are. Join the crowds at Överklinten and take a
look at various thingummies and whatsits.
Överklinten, Robertsfors
www.overklinten.se
info@overklinten.se
+46 (0)934 400 50
Vår Ruset (“the Spring Rush”)
A 5-km race for ladies of all ages. With the start and finish in the Nolia area, Umeå’s new course was launched
in 2012. It was a great success. On the 4th of June, it is once again time for this annual exercise party.
Hedlundadungen Nolia, Umeå
www.varruset.se, kansliet@ifkumea.com
+46 (0)90 77 37 08
Two packed days of rock and country music, workshops, line dancing and dance bands. Besides performances
by famous rock and country artistes, there are also family attractions such as flea markets, pony riding, lotteries,
stalls, etc.
Gumboda Hed, Robertsfors
www.gumbodahed.se, bengt.r.gunnarsson@gmail.com
+46 (0)90 469 27, +46 (0)70 371 01 17
Iron mill day
With guided tours, markets, exhibitions, blacksmithing for children, art shows and much more, Olofsfors bruk
(Olofsfors mill) offers activities for all the family. Olofsfors bruk is one of Sweden’s most authentic and
best-preserved, historic iron mill.
Olofsfors, Nordmaling
www.olofsforsbruk.nu, bruksmuseet@olofsforsbruk.nu
+46 (0)930 131 96
Täfteåfestivalen (“the Täfteå Festival”)
Dance
Week
At the heart of idyllic Norrland, this is a music festival focused on pop and rock. With one foot in the traditional
music and the other in the latest sounds, the Täfteå festival has something for visitors of all ages.
Dances were held at Gräsmyr loge as early as the 1950s. Nowadays, each evening of Dance Band Week sees
several hundred people dancing to the music of popular bands and enjoying the light summer nights.
Täfteå Idrottsplats (sports centre), Umeå
www.tafteafestivalen.se, info@tafteafestivalen.se
+46 (0)90 12 61 80
Gräsmyr, Nordmaling
www.grasmyrloge.se, grasmyrbgf@hotmail.com
+46 (0)930 700 80
Umeå Motor Week
Umeå
Festival
Umeå Motor Week is the week for all vehicle lovers. It is an event that aims to show the depth of Umeå’s love
of engine-driven vehicles. It attracts around 40,000 people from Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark.
www.motorweek.se, info@umeac.se
+46 (0)90 12 81 90
Wheels Nationals Norr
Wheels Nationals Norr is a much appreciated get-together for all Norrland’s car enthusiasts. Visitors take part in
voting for the show’s most beautiful car and popular local bands provide entertainment throughout the day. The
evening concludes with the traditional motorcade in Umeå city centre.
Dragonfältet, Umeå
www.wheelsnationals.se, erik.flygt@egmont.se
+46 (0)8 692 01 24
Band
Football
One of Sweden’s largest international football tournaments and, with around 900 matches, a popular event.
Umeå
www.umeafotbollsfestival.com, kansli@umeafotbollsfestival.com
+46 (0)90 13 94 45
The
Holmön
Festival
Song
Swedish artistes and many local singers perform in the idyllic setting provided by this song festival. The festival’s
vision is to also give lesser known names an opportunity to show off their singing talents. Holmön is a beautiful
island ten kilometres out into the Gulf of Bothnia.
Holmön, Umeå
www.visfestivalen.nu, chjilder@gmail.com
+46 (0)70 300 23 32
August
Angsjön’s music festival
Angsjöns Camping is a peaceful, highly scenic camping site that, for a period of two days, transforms into a
glorious, popular festival full of famous artistes, music, parties and laughter.
Angsjön, Bjurholm
www.angsjonscamping.se, bokning@angsjonscamping.se
+46 (0)932 520 44, +46 (0)70 231 88 46
September
Farmers’ markets (see August)
October
Umeå European Film Festival
Stora Nolia
Move, Umeå’s film festival, comprises a packed week of movies, guests, talks and festival shopping. The film
programme includes a colourful collection of long films, short films and interesting documentaries.
With a little over 800 exhibitors and 100,000 visitors, Stora Nolia is Sweden’s largest, annual trade fair for the
general public. It is held every other year in Umeå and is divided into six different product areas: Homes &
Housing; Motors & Leisure; Future; Industry & Technology; Food and Drink; and, Children’s Land.
Umeå, Folkets Hus
www.moveumea.se, rosemarie.strand@folketsbio.se
+46 (0)73 682 75 30
Nolia, Umeå
www.nolia.se/stora/, lars.olovson@nolia.se
+46 (0)90 16 34 05, +46 (0)70 510 73 58
Umeå Jazz festival
SeaJazz on Holmön
Artistic innovation is the hallmark of Umeå Jazz festival. Since its start in 1968, it has developed into one of the
most important platforms for live music in Swedish jazz. A selection of our time’s most outstanding musicians
from the national and international jazz scenes will be on stage.
Enjoy fantastic music in a wonderful setting when SeaJazz is held on sunny Holmön. This yearly festival spreads
jazz, swing and blues tunes across the island. It is being held for the 22nd time this summer. Holmön is a
beautiful island ten kilometres out into the Gulf of Bothnia.
Umeå, Folkets Hus
www.umeajazzfestival.se, lennart.stromback@norrlandsoperan.se
+46 (0)90 15 43 06
Holmön, Umeå
www.seajazz.se, lars@seajazz.se
+46 (0)70 675 06 79
Swedish Beach Tour
Swedish Beach Tour is one of Sweden’s largest beach volleyball events. Sweden’s elite players take on foreign
stars when Rådhustorget (the town hall square) is filled with 225 tonnes of stand and turned into an arena for
almost 2,000 spectators. Besides the competition itself, there are also other morning and evening activities at
the arena.
Rådhustorget, Umeå
www.swedishbeachtour.se
+46 (0)70 298 16 69
Farmers’ markets
Freshly harvested vegetables, flowers, cheeses from small producers, fish in various forms, jams, juices, honey,
mushrooms and bread are amongst the offerings on Farmers markets.
www.bondensegen.com, christina.hammarstrom@hush.se
+46 (0)70 355 05 25, +46 (0)90 17 18 69
Truck show
In August, you can be one of the thousands of visitors who make their way to Näsmark (outside Bjurholm) to
be part of this amazing truck show. It offers trade stands, competitions, food and entertainment.
Näsmark, Bjurholm
www.stellansakeri.se, plogarn1@hotmail.com
+46 (0)70 399 52 50
Umeå Fashion Week
Autumn’s Umeå Fashion Week is full of fashion shows, boutique events, exhibitions and fantastic shopping offers
throughout the city. The week also provides many opportunities to mingle with Umeå’s fashion.
Umeå
www.umeafashionweek.se, nadja@plakat.se
+46 (0)90 71 77 83
November
Popup
The one-day Popup festival is dominated by pop. Artistes such as Teddybears, Hello Saferide!, Detektivbyrån,
Florence Valentin, Sahara Hotnights and Niki & the Doves have all appeared.
Umeå, Folkets Hus
www.popupumea.se, info@humlan.org
+46 (0)90 12 61 80
December
Skyltsöndag (Shop window Sunday)
Father Christmas, music, mulled wine and gingerbread biscuits are to hand when the shops of the Umeå
region’s municipalities show off their Christmas windows.
www.visitumea.se, info@visitumea.se
Sweden’s
Lucia
coldest
On the 13th of December at Olofsfors Bruk, the iron mill’s Lucia glides
down the steep steps of the blast furnace and Sweden’s coldest Lucia
celebrations begin.
Olofsfors Bruk, Nordmaling
www.olofsforsbruk.nu, bruksmuseet@olofsforsbruk.nu
+46 (0)930 101 96
Christmas concerts and Christmas markets
Numerous Christmas concerts and Christmas markets are held around the Umeå region throughout the festive
season. Please contact the regional tourist information office for more information.
www.visitumea.se, info@visitumea.se
+46 (0)90 16 16 16
New Year sparkle over Umeå
Rådhusparken (the town hall park) is the venue for Umeå’s public New Year celebrations. The programme starts
at 23.30 with the welcoming of the crowds and the lighting of fire bowls in ice columns. Once the year’s Umeå
ambassador has been presented, there are New Year speeches, music, bell ringing and a massive firework
display.
31 December Rådhusparken, Umeå
www.visitumea.se, info@visitumea.se
+46 (0)90 16 16 16