Experience säfsen
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Experience säfsen
Experience säfsen Close to home, far from work Adventure guide Spring | Summer | Autumn 2012 EXPERIENCE SÄFSEN Guide to finding the best adventures Säfsen Resort offers adventurous activities as well as enjoyable outings for the family. In summer, the woods are our arena for everything from fishing, mountain biking, downhill and BMX biking to hiking, canoeing, climbing and all sorts of expeditions. You’re the one who sets the limits. Säfsen is also the perfect place for simply relaxing. This brochure presents all kinds of activities along with the opening hours for our reception, restaurants and shops. You can find more information, the latest news and opening hours on our inhouse TV channel. Welcome to Säfsen! HANDLAR´N IN SÄFSEN Lilla Handelsboden is now a Handlar’n shop. This means that guests at Säfsen Resort get access to a much wider range of products. Handlar’n in Säfsen is situated in the heart of the holiday village and has generous opening hours. Products on sale at Handlar’n include: Products at Handlar’n include: • a wide range of freshly baked bread every morning • fresh fruit and vegetables • many frozen products • an excellent range of other groceries Handlar’n also sells: • car care products • beer, wine and spirits from Systembolaget (the Swedish Alcohol Retailing Monopoly) for which we are agents Björnen Sportshop Good tips and advice when you shop! Björnen sportshop is located just outside Hyttan. You can hire everything you need here bikes, fishing gear, rucksacks, thermoses etc. You can also pick up life jackets here when you rent a canoe or boat. We sell equipment, clothing, fishing permits, and maps for fishing, MTB and hiking. Open: 8.30 am - 8 pm, weeks 27-33. Tel: 0591-77 50 43. PRODUCT 2 DAY 3 DAY Mountainbike 3 hour 0,5 DAY 1 DAY 160 190 280 460 660 4 DAY 5-6 DAY 830 920 Bicycle 100 150 190 270 370 480 590 Downhill MTB 660 990 1390 Downhill protection 190 330 450 Downhill Advanced 880 1360 Canoe 110 170 290 410 510 620 Canoe, 4-man 130 190 330 450 550 640 Kayak 110 170 290 410 510 620 Kayak, 2-man 120 180 310 420 520 620 Psst! Rowing boat 110 170 290 410 510 620 100 150 55 95 125 145 You can hire or buy downhill bikes and accessories in “Garaget”, our new shop in the Säfsen Bergscykelpark (mountainbike park). Fly rods Trekking poles 35 BOOK YOUR OWN INSTRUCTOR This summer we are offering private lessons to anyone wanting to learn more or to get as much as possible out of their sport. Expert, experienced instructors help you to get the best out of our activities. More information available in Björnen sport shop. Private lessons available for: MTB, downhill and kayaking. Prices: 1 pers. for 1 hour: SEK 460, SEK 135/ additional pers. Book in Björnen sport shop. All prices are in SEK. A complete list of equipment for hire can be found at www.safsen.se RECREATION IN SÄFSEN Fishing, Hiking & Mountain Bike Säfsen is a paradise for nature-oriented activities. In Finnmark countryside around the corner, we offer a lovely season, and a variety of activities such as fishing, hiking and mountain biking. Do not forget to take a break during the tour, enjoy the fresh air, beautiful scenery and unspoiled wilderness. FISHING With a mirror finish and the fog that slowly rises and silence is palpable, fish plays beneath the surface. In Säfsen there are 175 lakes, ponds and streams, which offers great opportunities for fishing year round, for both experienced anglers and beginners. On the hook, you can get rainbow trout, char and pike. HIKING There are 320 km hiking trails in the area and certainly something to suit everyone’s personal level. We can help with maps and tips on fine rest areas and tourist attractions. During high season we offer guided walking tours. MTB Around Säfsen is 400 km mountain bike trails of varying difficulty. This means that everyone can enjoy cycling here in any form and prior knowledge. Björnen Sports Shop has great bikes of all sizes to rent. The season begins in May and continues until October. outdoor academy Natural know-how for all the family Where do you find dry wood and how do you deal safely with fire? What animals are you likely to meet in the forest around Säfsen, and which plants and berries are edible? We learn about the public right of access and other useful facts. An adventure for the whole family! Hiking with panoramic views Navigation and hiking Join us on a hike through forests and over marshy bogs. The route either goes over Solberget (7 km), where we take the lift up (bring along a snack to enjoy at the top), or up to Österhöjden (5 km) where the view is wonderful. We give you tips about the best outdoor clothing and what materials are preferable and you also get simple instructions about how to use a map and compass. Solberg hike incl. lift pass: SEK 50. Österhöjd hike: SEK 20. Register in Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Meet at Hyttan. Tue & Fri 13.00-16.00. Vital information or just good to know wildlife and plants During this walk you get a good idea of which plants and animals can be found in the Swedish forests. We learn to recognise the tracks that the animals leave behind. What can we eat from the forest’s larder, berries and other plants? We also learn the basics of how Swedish forestry is managed. Easy 3 km walk. Children to be accompanied by an adult. Register in Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Price: SEK 20. Meet at Hyttan. Mon & Thu 13.30-16.30. Skim across Lake Säfssjön Fire, survival and public right of access A great activity for the family. We slip along between the islands in Lake Säfssjön in our 15-man canoes. Lots of people paddling together is a wonderful feeling. We take a stop along the way, make a fire and find out more about the public right of access, which gives us the freedom to roam the Swedish countryside. Register in Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Children to be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the sports hall. Life jackets included. Price SEK 20. Bring a snack to enjoy. Wed & Sat 13.30-16.30. Relaxing coffee break on the lake COFFEE TOUR ON THE SÄFSEN RAFT Join a tour on Lake Säfssjön. During the trip we serve coffee and cake, with soda for the children. The tour takes about one hour. Price SEK 80, children SEK 50, payable in Björnen sport shop on registration, no later than the evening before. Departure from Prästudden. Mon 14.30-15.30, Thur 17.0018.00. Forest king ELK SAFARI Lots of wild animals live in the woods around Säfsen! Join us on our elk safari bus, and track down the king of the forest! We make a stop for coffee break. Register in Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Minimum 20 pers. Price: SEK 200/adult, SEK 150/child 6-12 years. Meet at Hyttan. Approx. 3 hours. Tue, Thur & Sat 20.00-23.00 (from week 30 19.0022.00). A peaceful adventure CANOE AND KAYAK INSTRUCTION A canoe or kayak allows you access to places you can’t reach by foot. With the right technique, it’s easy to paddle through the water. Information and tips on technique on the beach, e.g. how to get in and out, how to keep a straight course, safety aspects to consider. Register in Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Meet at Prästudden. Mon 14.00-15.00. Try these activities near Hyttan CLIMBING AND ARCHERY Here is your chance to try out our climbing wall at Hyttan. Instructors are there to help. You can also try out archery and blowgunning. No advance registration needed. Price: SEK 100/as much as you can take, or SEK 30/ activity. Mon & Fri 16.30-18.30. An exciting activity WILDERNESS WALK This hike involves walking in hilly terrain through a fantastic landscape with wonderful views. Walking boots are essential as there are no paths to follow. You take your own car to the starting point. Bring a snack to enjoy during the stop and don’t forget your camera! Register at Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Meet at Hyttan. Recommended from 12 years. Price: 50 sek, Sat 09.30-12.30. Full speed ahead TEST DOWNHILL We go through the basics of safe downhill biking. Bring your own bike or hire one from us, and we’ll set off for the mountainbike park. Take the lift up and bike down! Register at Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Min. age 12 years. Meet at Säfsen Bergscykelpark (mountainbike park). Buy your lift pass at the park. Wed 10.00-12.30. Fun for the family FAMILY CHALLENGE An exciting activity involving GPS, plenty of ingenuity and a thrilling final! Everyone can join in. We divide into teams and the winners, apart from the honour, get a fine prize! Children to be accompanied by an adult. Register at Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Meet at Hyttan. Minimum 8 pers. SEK 20/pers., SEK 40/family. Thu 14.00-15.30. Right tackle, right technique FISHING SCHOOL It’s a great feeling to land your very first fish! Bring the family along and learn different techniques. We discuss fish, fishing tackle and bait. Casting practice takes place on land. Register in Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Meet at Hyttan. Mon & Thu 11.00-12.00. For children only – parents can skip these pages… We’re on our own at last – no parents anywhere near us. Let’s make sure we have a really great holiday together, with lots of fun and exciting adventures. You’ll meet Filurius – the cheeky but friendly elk who lives here in Säfsbyn. Together with all the other children, you can play in the woods, have sausage sizzles and join on lots of other fun. Maybe you’ll make some new friends and maybe you’ll do things you never even thought you’d dare. Come and join us! Yes – there are! Join us on an adventure, with lots of fun and games. There might be a treasure hunt. Not a parent in sight! Register in Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Max. 25 children 5-7 years. Meet at Hyttan. Bring a packed lunch. Tue 09.30-11.30. This can turn out to be really exciting… Säfsjön’s pirate raft has lost its crew, and now it’s time for a treasure hunt. All aboard! Cast off! Pirates get hungry, so pack your rucksack with some sausages and something to drink. Life jackets included. Register in Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Max. 25 pirates 8-12 years. Meet at Hyttan. Tue 13.00-15.30. You can always rely on Filurius. He’s the best friend ever. Sometimes he turns up just to say hello or to have a bit of fun. You can also meet him in Filurum, his own playroom in Hyttan. Keep your eyes open – he’ll be here soon… We explore the woods together, look at nature’s secrets and even learn to make a fire. Bring along sausages to sizzle and something to drink. You’ll get lots of cool wildlife tips. Of course, parents are not allowed to join in! Because anything can happen here… Max. 25 children. 8-12 years. Register at Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Meet at Hyttan. Fri 13.00-15.30. Trolla has got lost again and we’ve got to lend a hand. And when Trolla’s involved there’s bound to be lots of fun! And no parents. Bring a packed lunch. Register at Björnen sport shop no later than the evening before. Max. 25 children. 5-7 years. Meet at Hyttan. Fri 09.30-11.30. THE MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK, WHAT A SUCCESS Downhill is a success in Säfsen. Velodromes, plateaux, jumps and much more besides. Our ambition is that everyone should be able to bike downhill, regardless of experience. We take you up the Solbergsliften lift, and you get yourself down. It’s easy to hire bikes and protective gear in Garaget, our new bike depot and shop in the Säfsen mountainbike park, or you can use your own. Lift pass adult SEK 220/day, Youth SEK 175/day. Single ticket SEK 50. Free for children under 8 with helmets. Opening hours weeks 22-27 and 32-39, Fri-Sun 10 am - 4 pm Opening hours weeks 28-31, Tue-Sun 10 am - 4 pm 1. Råbergsleden 5. Dobb - Lasse New track* 2. Harpasset 6. Gördeln 3. Transporten 7. Vargspåret * New track: Styggen 4. Solbergs - Greta 8.Solbergsleden Annexet Fredriksberg Luossa stugan Säfsnäs Hembygdsgård CULTURE IN FINNMARK IN AND AROUND SÄFSEN THE FIVE WORKS VILLAGES Strömsdal, Gravendal, Annefors, Ulriksberg and Tyfors, located around Säfsen, all date from the 1700s, when ironworks, foundries, trip hammers and metal workshops were started up. Fredriksberg is now the main village with about 800 inhabitants. Join a walk around the five works villages. There are paths marked in each one, with information about the area. THE ANNEX – FREDRIKSBERG MANOR In the 18th century building, the Annex, right beside Fredriksberg manor, there is an exhibition showing the development of the Säfsen area - from the inland ice, via forestry Finns and masters of the works, to the industries of the 1900s and the establishment of tourism. Here you can find information about the area, maps, ideas for outings, events and much more. There is also a little café in the Annex. Tel. 0591-201 28 . Styggenstugan This was the home of Carl Johan Persson, who was popularly known as “Styggen” (the Wicked) on account of his ability to practise sorcery. Visit the Styggenstugan cottage and witness how nothing seems able to grow around the cottage. BENGT AND KERSTIN ELDE’S STUDIO Skolhuset, Gravendal. Open June to August, Wednesdays and Sundays 12 - 5 pm. Exhibition and sales Tel. 0591-400 45 Luossastugan Since 1944 this cottage has commemorated the life of Dan Andersson (Swedish poet and author). It is open to the public in summer and a troubadour usually entertains visitors with songs and stories by and about Dan Andersson. Räckhammaren och bakarstugan In Gravendal there is a reconstruction of a trip hammer powered by a waterwheel. On certain days there are guided tours of the trip hammer in the works setting. Visit the bakehouse in Strömsdal too, where the bread is baked in a wood-fired oven. You can also visit the ”1848” Smithy and the Labbi hut. Tel. 0591-400 43, 400 18. SÄFSNÄS HERITAGE CENTRE This comprises a dwelling house, barn, poled shed, watermill and a museum with interesting old objects and photographs. Most of the objects are from the Säfsnäs area. There are several buildings from the old Finnish settlement. Tel. 0591-203 12, 203 33. VILDMARKSSPA WILDLAND SPA Let body meet soul Wildland spa - natural relaxation Säfsen Wildland spa restores your natural strength and energy. With the wilds of Säfsen on the doorstep, take some time to relax and recharge your batteries, either on your own or together with friends or family. This is a place to which you’ll want to return. Make a booking at Hyttan’s reception. Admittance Sauna & Relax: SEK 20/pers. Family ticket Sauna & Relax: SEK 50/family Vitalizing full body massage Eases tension in the whole body, a wonderfully relaxing feeling. 50 min. SEK 650 25 min. SEK 400 Back, shoulder and neck massage Massage focusing on upper body problem areas. Improves blood circulation in stress-exposed zones. 25 min. SEK 350 Vitalizing foot massage Treats reflex zones to achieve balance in the whole body. 30 min. SEK 360 Anti-stress massage A relaxing full body massage that improves body balance from the inside out. 40 min. SEK 500 Weekly Activities for Body & Health Tuesdays 10:00 to 10:40 Awarness training in the nature We take a gentle walk through Säfsens beautiful nature, we perform exercises designed to take advantage ”of here and now”, we also do relaxation exercises. 140 SEK p.p Wednesdays 17:00 to 17:30 Meditation with the traditional ”singing bowls” Together we experience 30 minutes of total relaxation, We will strengthen health and inner harmony. 95 SEK p.p fridays 10:00 to 10:45 Yoga for beginners We work with mind and spirit to enhance health and vitality of the body. Yoga aims to keep the body beautiful, young, and create a conscious being. 120 SEK p.p (from 12 years) All activities and treatments booked in reception. (For activities the day before) In the reception you will find the treatment menu for Säfsens Vildmarksspa, in the folder you can find news as Lavender Dream or why not a hot bath in Säfsen hot source. We can help you with your booking. Menu suggestion BBQ Buffet Fridays, 6 pm-9 pm Barbecued classics using local produce. Different meats, sausages and other delicacies served with choice accompaniments. Save some room for our delicious desserts. SEK 289 kr Children 5-7 years 65 SEK 8-9 years 99 SEK, 10-14 years 129 sek Tastes of Säfsen Saturdays, 6 pm-8 pm An assortment of Swedish classics such as elk, salmon, salads, game casserole, herring, pies, omelettes, desserts etc. SEK 295 kr Children 5-7 years 65 SEK, 8-9 years 99 SEK, 10-14 years 129 sek Filurius children’s menu Each evening we serve a childish good buffet Filurius selected. All up to 13 years may eat as much as they want. All children under 4 years eat FREE! Children 5-7 years 65 SEK, 8-9 years 99 SEK 10-14 years 129 sek Pizza at Hyttan Sunday, 16-20 We have pizzas of different kinds, with ingredients that. moose, chanterelles and Parmesan, real pizzas simply. The whole pizza menu is served every Sunday. (No buffé) Open weeks 17-26 and 34-44, Fri and Sat, 6 pm-9 pm. Open weeks 27-33, 6 pm-9 pm. Mon-Thu à la carte menu, see on the left. Themed evenings, Fri-Sun. Book table, telephone 0591-77 50 42, or via website www.safsen.se Starters - Grilled tiger prawns on a stick with small caesar salad topped with freshly grated Parmesan. - Smoked elk with homemade sausage, balsamico cooked small onions, cornichons, and a piece of cheese. - Säfsen Skagen toast with shrimp and prawns topped with trout roe Main Courses - Grilled tiger prawns on a stick with great caesar salad topped with freshly grated Parmesan. (Big) - Säfsen Plank - pink fried elk with duchesspotato flavored with swedish cheese, bacon wrapped green beans, grilled tomato and chanterelles. - Herb marinated lamb fillet with red wine sauce, feta cheese, cream and a warm potato salad with rucola - Säfsen Elkburger with bread, bacon, cheddar cheese, tomato, pickles, salad dressing and cole-slow, served with french fries - Fried Trout with capers, bacon and butter, topped with horseradish and potatoes. Dessert - Old fashioned vanilla ice cream with fresh strawberries and lemon balm -Chocolatefondant with a creamy core of rhubarb compote and walnut ice cream. Children’s menu (Mon-Thurs) - Pancake with jam and ice-cream -Hamburger (elkmeet) with garnish and fries -Plank with a small fillet of beef, gravy and vegetables Summer à la carte weeks 27-33, 6 pm-9 pm. Mon-Thu. Themed evenings, Fri-Sun, see left. Book table, telephone 0591-77 50 42, or via website www.safsen.se 87 sek 118 sek 98 sek 159 sek 259 sek 229 sek 169 sek 189 sek 95 sek 95 sek 59 sek 79 sek 149 sek Pizzamenu Hanget Eat in 136 sek Take away 126 sek Specialen 129 sek 119 sek Blixten 99 sek 89 sek Hälge 109 sek 99 sek Puckeln 115 sek 105 sek Branten 112 sek 102 sek 15 sek 10 sek 79 sek 69 sek Fillet of beef with fresh tomatoes and chilibearnaise. with red onions, fresh peppers and fresh mushrooms. Kalamata olives, pine nuts, sun dried tomatoes topped with ham, fresh rucola and fresh Parmesan after baking Ham, pineapple and bacon. Elk and chanterelle mushrooms, onion, black pepper, topped with sour cream and fresh rucola after baking Chicken, fresh mushrooms, bell pepper, onion and basil pesto. Elkchili, bell pepper, olives, fresh tomatoes and red onion. Hyttans specialsås Top your pizza with our delicious sauce! Filurius - for the children Choose two favourite ingredients for your pizza! All our pizzas are baked with cheddar mozzarella and Hyttan’s own tomato sauce. Eat your pizza in the restaurant, or why not take it with you to your cabin! Pizzas served until 9 pm (on Sundays until 8 pm). Säfsen Café Don´t forget that we have the Café open everyday from 11-16 week 27-33. Here you can have a nice hot or cold drink, eat waffles or relax with an ice-cream. Welcome! spa-weekend Varva ner och njut av härliga behandlingar Samla energi och koppla bort den stressiga vardagen. Låt oss ta hand om dig för en helg. Bo i mysig timmerstuga inkl. linne och städning, valfri 25 min SPA-behandling och SPA-bad i 1 h samt 2 buffémiddagar. Pris tors-sön. fishing weekend Fish without any performance requirements. (Two buffet dinners included.) In the 175 lakes, tarns and watercourses at Säfsen and in the surrounding countryside, you can catch rainbow trout, salmon trout, char and pike. In addition, all the game fishing waters are continually restocked with fish during the season. Accommodation includes linen and cleaning, 2 buffet dinners, 3 fishing permits and a map. Price Thu-Sun trekking weekend just come and relax weekend Freedom. Air. Life. Come here for enjoyment and relaxation – go home rested and recharged. With 100 km of tracks of varying nature, there will be something of just the right level for everyone. The tracks are located in fabulous countryside and there are plenty of excellent rest areas. Accommodation incl. bedlinen and cleaning, 2 buffet dinners and a walking map. Price Thu-Sun You are welcome to do as little as possible for a few days. Allow yourself to be lazy and be taken care of in naturally relaxing surroundings. Here, you will find a relaxation suite with a sauna and the opportunity to have a massage during the spring and autumn. Accommodation includes linen and cleaning and 2 buffet dinners. Price Thu-Sun WALKING DISTANCE Right in the forest - yet still close by If you stay at Säfsen Resort, you’re right beside the forest but still close to so much else. It’s walking distance to lovely places for swimming and for barbecuing, to playgrounds, and lakes for good fishing. It’s easy to hire a canoe and paddle out on the lake, or an MTB and get out onto the tracks. Säfsen Resort lies at the heart of all this. Distance to: Ludvika 60 km Vansbro 56 km Filipstad 60 km Grythyttan 70 km OPENING HOURS SÄFSEN Receptionen Björnen Sportshop 8 am - 8 pm, weeks 27-33. Tel: Dial 9 from your cabin or 0591-77 51 00. 8.30 am - 8 pm, weeks 27-33. THE MOUNTAINBIKE PARK 11 am - 9 pm, weeks 27-33. Summer café, 11 am - 4 pm, Buffet & À la carte, 6 pm - 9 pm. Sun 4 pm-8 pm 8 am - 4 pm, weeks 27-33, Tue-Sun. Hyttan Kök & Bar IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS IN Säfsen Hyttan Kök & Bar with takeaway: Handlar´n: Coop Fredriksberg: (pharmacy, post office): Ludvika Police: Preem Fredriksberg: (orders for wines and spirits): Youth hostel in Säfsen: Sunnansjö Health Centre: Medical helpline: SOS Alarm, emergency services: 0591-77 50 42 0591-77 54 73 0591-200 14 0240-66 74 00, 114 14 0591-201 20 0591-205 65 0240-49 57 00 0240-49 53 71 112 Follow us on: facebook.com/safsen T16 sh 9 ir SE t K D K O E O S H 9 49 Buy your own Björnen Sportshop WEEKLY PROGRAMME For young and old, the weekly programme is for weeks 27-33. For those simply wanting to enjoy the countryside or those wanting to really tire themselves out. Equipment for hire at Björnen sport shop. MONDAY 11 am - 12.00 am Fishing school 1.30 pm - 4.30 pm Outdoor Academy Wildlife and Plants 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm Coffee tour 2 pm Canoeing instruction & Kayaking instruction 4.30 pm - 6.30 pm Climbing, archery and blowgunning TUESDAY 9.30 am - 11.30 am Red Indian games 10.00 am-10.40 am Awerness training in the Nature 11.30 am Filurius comes to call at Hyttan 1 pm - 3.30 pm Lake and adventure 1 pm - 4 pm Outdoor Academy Navigation and Hiking, Österhöjden, approx. 5 km easy hiking 8 pm - 11 pm Elk safari (from week 30, 7 pm - 10 pm) WEDNESDAY 10 am - 12.30 pm Downhill instruction 1.30 pm - 4.30 pm Outdoor Academy Fire, survival and public right of access 5 pm-5.30 pm Meditation with singing bowls THURSDAY 11 am - 12 am Fishing school 1.30 pm - 4.30 pm Outdoor Academy Wildlife and Plants 2 pm - 3.30 pm Family challenge 5 pm - 6 pm Coffee tour 8 pm - 11 pm Elk safari (from week 30, 7 pm - 10 pm) FRIDAY 9.30 am - 11.30 am Troll fun 10.00 am-10.45 am Yoga for beginners 11.30 am Filurius comes to call at Hyttan 1 pm - 3.30 pm Forest and adventure 1 pm - 4 pm Outdoor Academy Navigation and Hiking, Solberget 7 km 4.30 pm - 6.30 pm Climbing, archery and blowgunning SATURDAY 9.30 am - 12.30 pm Wilderness walk 1.30 pm - 4.30 pm Outdoor Academy Fire, survival and public right of access 8 pm - 11 pm Elk safari (from week 30, 7 pm - 10 pm)