SUMMER IS HERE YOUR GUIDE TO LOFSDALEN
LOFSDALEN´S SUMMER GUIDE In front of you you have suggestions and tips on what to do in and around Lofsdalen. Everything to show you what we love about our village. Read, experience and make Lofsdalen your own! For more information on all activities visit www.lofsdalen.com, email us at info@lofsdalen.com or visit Destination Lofsdalen’s reception, in the center of the village.
HIKING The simple adventure is always close in Lofsdalen. Short day trips are also a full-day experience with more time for relaxing and exploration.
Destination Lofsdalen has more hiking tips. At guide.lofsdalen.com there is a hiking map where you will find all our hiking trails.
SOLGROPEN
TROLLSTIGEN
SAGOSPÅRET
THE TRAIL AT LOFSSJÖN
Distance: 1.2 km (one way) Trail color: Green (very easy) Start: Panorama trail hub For whom: Families with children and lovers of life. Pack your lunch bag and hike along fantastic expanses to Solgropen. Easy hike on the mountain with great views. A favorite for both villagers and visitors.
Distance: 640 meters (round trip) Trail color: Green (very easy) Start: The trail hub at Elljusspåret For whom: Families with children Short hike with several fairy-tale characters along the hike. Here the whole family can have fun in both the bike tracks and the outdoor gym.
Length: 2 km, (one way) Trail color: Green (very easy) Start: Left side of the road before Västvallen on the south side Lofssjön. For whom: Everyone Very nice hike for the children with several magical characters hiding in the forest. Follow the trail at the far end of the cape and grill at the shelter. Tip! Bring your fishing rod! Distance: 4 km (one way) Trail color: Green (very easy) Start: The trail hub at Västvallen. For whom: Everyone At Västvallen there is a really nice and wide hiking trail along Lake Lofssjön. Here you can bring both bicycles and strollers. Along the lake there are several barbecue places overlooking the mountain Hovärken.
CHALLENGES Lofsdalen’s wide expanses and large mountains offer several miles of hiking. Here are some of ours favorites during your hiking summer in Lofsdalen.
RUTTJÄRN
SVANHÅGNA
HÅGNTJÄRN
NEDRE HÅGNVALLEN
STENRUTSSTUGAN
GLÖTDALSVALLEN
Distance: 6 km (round trip) Start: Västvallen trail hub. For whom: Families with children and lovers of life. A nice hike up to Ruttjärn where the perch can bite for those who bring a fishing rod. A steeper trail takes you down to the lake where you can both swim and have a barbecue.
Distance: 23 km (round trip) Start: Västvallen trail hub For whom: The adventurer From Västvallen you go towards Ruttjärn and Rutvallen, then follow the trail up the mountain and round the mountain Svanhågna. Walk past the pass and you’ll soon see Hågntjärn. Here you can choose between going back through the pass to Rutvallen or round the mountain Sömlingshågna. Distance: 20 km (round trip) Start: Västvallen at the start of the Stenrutsleden MTB For whom: The adventurer Here you walk along the new bike path Stenrutsleden MTB but where it turns off towards Våffelstugan you continue towards Hågntjärn. The trail rounds the entire Sömlingshågna and you then walk home through the pass towards Västvallen.
Distance: 16 km (round trip) Start: Västvallen trail hub. For whom: The adventurer Begin the hike towards Ruttjärn and then continue past Rutvallen up the mountain. Fantastic expanses as you round the mountain Svanhågna and hike through the pass back to Västvallen.
Distance: 17 km (round trip) Start: Västvallen at the start of Pilgrimsleden MTB. For whom: The lover of life and the explorer. Follow the marked hiking trail towards Hågnvallen, here you hike along the mountain edges in beautiful pine forest and among mountain birches. Before Hågnvallen the trail turns back towards Västvallen.
Distance: 9 km (round trip) Start: Panorama trail hub For whom: the lover of life and the explorer. Follow the cross-marked trail towards Glötdalsvallen’s cottage and Glötån. Here you get a lovely hike on mountains, in the forest, over marshes and meadows. An easy walk with beautiful views.
CLIMB A MOUNTAIN Climb four peaks over 1000 m and buy Lofsdalen’s own top t-shirt for you who have passed the challenge!
Always follow the motto of the right to public access ”do not disturb - do not destroy”. You are staying in reindeer land, respect the reindeer and do not disturb wildlife. Welcome out!
HOVÄRKEN VIA NATURSTIGEN
DIGERVÅLEN
SÖMLINGSHÅGNA
SVANHÅGNA
Distance: 3.9 km (one way) Start: Lofsdalen town Top: 1125 m For whom: Everyone and families with older children A winding path from the village center up to the top of Hovärken. Along the trail there are several information boards made by the children in Lofsdalen about the animals and plants of the forest.
Distance: 8.5 km (one way) Start: The trail hub at Västvallen. Top: 1196 m For whom: The adventurer The south side of Lake Lofssjön offers pristine nature and endless expanses. Follow the path towards Hågntjärn and then turn off at the appropriate place towards the top. NOTE! The road up to the top has several large boulders and is sometimes difficult to hike.
Distance: 2.7 km (one way) Start: The trail hub at Panorama Top: 1032 m For whom: The adventurer and the active family. You start directly on the mountain at the Panorama parking lot and follow the trail towards Solgropen, then continue past up to the top of Digervålen.
Distance: 7.5 km (one way) Start: The trail hub at Västvallen. Top: 1178 m For whom: The adventurer The south side of Lake Lofssjön is Härjedalen’s Sarek. Untouched nature and finite expanses. Follow the path towards Hågntjärn and then turn off at the appropriate place towards the top.
TRAIL-RUNNING Just you and quick feet along the mountain. Both longer and shorter trailrunning trips, all of which should end with a dip in Lake Lofssjรถn.
It is possible to drink from the mountain streams where there is running water but for long distances and hot days we recommend a liquid backpack with extra energy in the gasket.
STORFJÄTEN TO LOFSDALEN
SÖRVATTENVALLARNA
Distance: 15 km (one way) Start: At Storfjätern For whom: The adventurer Here you will be dropped off at Storfjätern and follow the trail down towards Västvallen. You run along Fonnfjället and you get a fantastic view of Sömlingshågna that looks extra magical along this trail. A very beautiful trail that is well worth a visit.
Distance: 12.6 km (one way) Start: Sörvattenvallarna (after Slagavallen) For whom: The adventurer Follow the exciting trail through Dalsvallen, Tjärndammstuugan and Dammkojan. Here you will find varied terrain with ancient woods and marshes. There are rarely other hikers here so the chance to see wildlife is great.
BLÅ LAGUNEN
PILGRIMSLEDEN
Distance: 7.6 (one way) Start: Västvallen trail hub For whom: The adventurer Run past Ruttjärn and Rutvallen up towards Svanhågna to Gumhåflon, which is called the blue lagoon because in the right weather it is fantastic turquoise blue water. This is a melt water pond that can dry out during drought. Run back the same way or continue around Svanhågna.
Distance: 30 km (one way) Start: Just before the village of Högvålen For whom: The adventurer Follow the wing of the story along the old Pilgrim Trail which goes beautifully from Sweden’s highest village down to Lofsdalen. NOTE! Poorly marked trail where there is no footpath in a lot of places.
BIKING FOR EVERYONE Lofsdalen offers one of Sweden’s best downhill bike parks and we invest millions in new trail bike trails. In addition, we have really nice road cycling to the neighboring village of Tännäs. See our bicycle brochure for all cycling routes.
LOFSDALEN BIKE PARK
The bike park that creates new cyclists. Here is the place to start cycling downhill at the same time as the park, with its eight trails and 16 km of cycling in varying degrees of difficulty, is also something for the experts to bite into. We also recommend the green bike trail ”Fjälleden” who works with all types of bikes.
LOFSSJÖN RUNT
Here you can ride with all kinds of bikes. 42 km is the entire distance and takes you on an asphalt road, on a gravel road as well as a bike path. Pack a good lunch bag and get ready for a full day out on the bike.
INSTRUCTUR AND GUIDE
Skilled instructors are ready to help you with downhill, trail biking or fatbikes.
BIKE TRAIL
Lofsdalen offers three areas with bike trails. Lofsdalen Fjällpark MTB is our latest major venture that will offer 20 km of bike trails. The park will be completely completed in the summer of 2022. At Elljusspåret there are playful bike paths for children, a perfect place for the whole family. The south side Lofssjön offers tougher trails on natural and built trails. Here it is perfect with an e-bike otherwise you will also enjoy a lovely mountain hike.
BIKE RENTAL Test out a really good bike that’s right for you. Protection, helmets and more are available for rent. If you haven’t tried an e-bike before then it’s time!
LOFSDALEN FJĂ„LLPARK MTB Lofsdalen invests 10.7 million SEK in a brand new activity area for trail biking. Here, there will be two miles of trails in all difficulty levels and a fun activity center for the whole family regardless of functional variation. The project starts in the summer of 2020 and will be finished in the fall of 2022. For more information visit www.lofsdalen.com.
WATERS Pack your fishing gear because in Lofsdalen it is always close to good fishing waters. Choose from easy access fishing with the family from the boat or the shoreline, quiet perch fishing in mountain lakes, large catch of pike or beautiful noble fish such as grayling, char and trout. Whether you are keen on fishing in lakes, put and take ponds, mountain lakes or rivers, Lofsdalen and surrounding areas can offer it.
LOFSSJÖN
The 20 km long lake is one of Härjedalen’s best trout waters. The record for trout is 9.75 kg. There are also plenty of perch and pike. Fish from land or rent a boat and enjoy a full day on the lake.
STRÅSJÖN AND DRYCKESSJÖN Child friendly and easily accessible fishing that can be reached by car, here is a great chance of catching char.
GLÖTESSJÖN
A very beautiful lake with several good places for fishing. In recent years, great efforts have been made to improve fishing in Glötessjön.
LOFSÅN, SÖMLINGAN, GLÖTÅN OCH STRÅHÅARNA Fine and exciting streams where you can catch both trout and grayling. Ideal for fly fishing in running water.
STORDAMMEN
Go to Lofssjön’s southern end for fishing in Stordammen. Here you have fantastic views of Hovärken and Lake Lofssjön and easy accessible fishing.
BOOK A FISHING GUIDE
Do you want to quickly find the best fishing, use your fishing gear correctly or have a nice fishing trip with the family you should book a fishing guide. Jeremias Fjellgren at www.fjellguide.se guides you right.
RUTTJÄRN
Park at Västvallen and put on your hiking boots for a hike along a somewhat steep trail up to Ruttjärn. Once there, the pond offers very nice views with a good chance of catching perch and also trout.
TJÄRNDAMMEN
Go on a fishing hike to the lakes Tjärndammen and Långtjärn. Here you will have a wonderful mountain experience, made even better if you bring your tent and grill fish for dinner.
Fishing in our waters requires a fishing license which you can buy at several places in the village such as Destination Lofsdalen, Karins Sportbod Ica Nära and also online at www.ifiske.se You can read more about fishing in Lofsdalen at www. fiskailofsdalenglote.se.
PLACES TO EAT IN LOFSDALEN Leave the cottage for a while and visit one of the village restaurants or cafes. Here you will find good food with everything from hamburgers to exclusive al a carte. All restaurants offer take away which is perfect for both bike excursions and picnics on Lake Lofssjรถn.
AKTIVITETSHUSET
Sports bar, playland and bowling combined with really good pizza or hamburgers make Activity House a favorite with most people. Open for both lunch and dinner with a really good location below Lofsdalen Bike Park.
SKOTERKÖKET
Lofsdalen’s a la carte restaurant with local ingredients and really good food. A must during your visit to Lofsdalen. Skoterköket serves both lunch and dinner. Dinner need to be pre-booked.
M/S LOFSDALEN
LOFSDALEN SKYBAR
Magnificent building at the top of Hovärken with 360 degree views of Härjedalen. Here we offer meals like goulash soup and baked potatoes. Make sure to visit the whiskey store which at 1125 m. is Europe’s highest whiskey store.
Book M / S Lofsdalen and follow along on come along for a boat trip on lake Lofssjön where you are offered good food and get to listen to the captain Johan’s stories. That is an experience in itself. There is also the opportunity to swim and take a dip in Lake Lofssjön.
UPPVALLENS FÄBOD
ORSHOLMS BRYGGHUS
Cozy cabin without electricity and running water. Here Anders and Carola invite you to cozy coffee and Swedish fika. Follow Uppvallens Fäbod on Facebook for opening hours.
Lofsdalen’s brewery with really tasty beer offers arranged beer tastings on site in the brewery or in one of the village restaurants. Be sure to try Lofsdalen’s own beer brewed on mountain water when you visit us. Available at all restaurants.
CAFÉ GAMLA SKOLAN Lofsdalen’s cozy café in the middle of the village, which also serves really good lunches. Here is also a camping reception and a lovely terrass with a view of Lake Lofssjön.
TRAPPER The local restaurant in the middle of the village. Here you will be served several different dishes such as pizza and burgers.
ICA NÄRA LOFSDALEN Lofsdalen’s Ica Nära is a good supermarket. Here you can buy lunch to prepare at some of Lofsdalen’s all windshelters and barbecue places. ICA is open every day of the week and is also an agent for Systembolaget and pharmacy. You need to order alcohol in advance from www. systembolaget.se
WILDERNESS Lofsdalen’s pristine mountain, close to Sonfjällets National Park and Härjedalen’s deep forest provides Lofsdalen a rich wildlife with bear, elk, reindeer, wolverine and king eagle.
BEAR´S DEN
BIRD TOWER IN DRAVAGEN
If you love wildlife and dream of seeing a bear, you should book one night in Lofsdalen’s lovely hideout. The hideout is a real cottage out in the woods that is comfortably furnished with the opportunity to rest while waiting for the bears. Here you get real close contact with the bears and also have the opportunity to see wolverines, foxes and several different bird species. Read more and book at www.lofsdalenbearsden.com.
6 km from Glöte, along road 502 towards Linsell there is a bird tower where you have the opportunity to see around 20 common and more unusual bird species. The bird tower has a binoculars you can use
MUSK OX IN TÄNNÄS
It was not long ago that wild musk oxen stood on the mountain Hovärken and grazed, now there are several musk oxen in a fence in Tännäs which is well worth a visit. Here you get to know Helga and Härje who live in a large enclosure where they can live naturally. Visit www.myskoxcentrum.se for more information.
SONFJÄLLETS NATIONAL PARK One of Härjedalen’s most beautiful mountains with rich wildlife is worth a visit. Here you can hike over beautiful meadows and experience the wilderness in one of Scandinavia’s most important bear mounts. There are also several who climb the summit of Sonfjället, which is 1284 meters above sea level. Visit www.sverigesnationalparker.se for more information.
ACTIVITIES Summer days with bright nights is a real energy boost. Here in Lofsdalen there are several places in the village that offer both relaxing and fun activities. M/S LOFSDALEN
RENT A BOAT, CANOUE OR SUP
Take a trip on Lake Lofssjön with Captain Johan and his sauna boat. Perfect for family and friends. Go fishing before the three course dinner and then it’s time for a sauna and a swim in the lake. More information can be found at www.vaffelstugan.se
The lake Lofssjön is 20 km long and waiting to be explored. Rent a boat and row over Lofssjön to one of the windshields on the other side. Explore all the bays by canoe or kayak and train the balance on a SUP. Boats, kayaks, canoes and SUPs can be rented from both Destination Lofsdalen and Karins Sportbod.
THE BEACH IN LOFSDALEN
At Lofsdalen’s campsite is a really nice sandy beach. There is a small playground and there is access to the toilet in the service house.
OUTDOORTRAINING
Join Hanna for a wonderful workout. Several days a week Hanna offer training such as SOMA MOVE, circular training and SUP - YOGA. Visit www.tranamedhanna.se for more information.
TENNIS AND MINIGOLF
Play tennis and mini golf in the middle of the village, equipment is available for rent in Café Gamla Skolan.
LOFSDALEN CAMPING One of Sweden’s best located campsites is in Lofsdalen. Here you are welcomed with both caravan, camper van and tent. Often fully booked so book ahead.
GOLF
Five golf courses are within approx. an hour’s journey. Hede Vemdalen’s golf club has 18 holes surrounded by mountains in the middle of Hede. Idre golf club has a hilly 18-hole course with nice views. Funäsdalsfjällens golf club offers 18 holes with beautiful location along, among other things. a lake. Sveg’s golf club has an easier 9-hole course outside Sveg. Klövsjö golf club offers a nice, hilly 18-hole course a few miles past the Vemdalsskalet.
UPPVALLENS FÄBOD
A beautiful cabin within walking distance of Uppvallen’s trailhub. Here, Carola and Anders serve Swedish fika and offer different events. For current opening hours, follow Uppvallens Fäbod on Facebook and Instagram.
AKTIVITETSHUSET Bowling, playland and shuffleboard are offered inside the Activity House. There is also good food and drink after a day of adventure.
SHOPS Lofsdalen has small shops with well-selected products. The mountain resort’s sports shop offers the most for an active leisure time, Skoterhuset has both fashion and outdoor products, Karins Sportbod has nice clothes for everyday life, party and training as well as everything else needed in the mountains. Kokhuset is a popular shop with beautiful decorations. Vuaja has everything for your dog as well as nice decor and beautiful clothes. ICA Nära in Lofsdalen has a large assortment with food and other things. Several of our stores also have e-commerce and gift cards. Welcome!
LOFSDALEN LOVED ALL YEAR ROUND
25 slopes 492 meters drop Longest run: 3.4 km 2 6-seat chair lifts 150 km snowmobile trail 120 km cross-country trail
DESTINATION LOFSDALEN Welcome to the Tourist Office in the middle of the village for information and booking about all summer activities. Destination Lofsdalen AB, Olsvensbacken 6, 840 85 Lofsdalen 0680-413 50, info@lofsdalen.com, www.lofsdalen.com
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