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Scan Magazine | Special Theme | Spa and Wellness – Sweden’s Finest
Quality Spa & Resort Dalecarlia is located in Tällberg, Dalarna. In 1995, the hotel became among the first in the country to start a spa.
A scenic spa experience by Lake Siljan Quality Spa & Resort Dalecarlia is known for stunning views and a long-standing spa facility. Set in the countryside of Dalarna, Sweden, this is the perfect place to indulge, relax and experience the region.
is the resort’s effort to always provide genuinely good service. “We have amazing staff who get a lot of credit every day from our guests,” she says.
By Ellinor Thunberg | Photos: Quality Spa & Resort Dalecarlia
When guests arrive in the Swedish village of Tällberg, they are immediately hit by the tranquility offered by nature. “This is an amazing place and the view is incredible. We are located on a hill by Lake Siljan and you can see nearly all the way to Mora,” says Nina Steen, hotel manager at Quality Spa & Resort Dalecarlia. The word ‘Dalecarlian’ refers to a person from the Swedish province Dalarna and that is where the hotel is found too, less than an hour from the cities Falun and Borlänge. 20 years of relaxation In 1995, the hotel was among the first in Sweden to start a spa. The same philosophy applies today that did back then: of healthy food, regular exercise, a serene mind and taking good care of your body. Two years ago the spa got a facelift, and it
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now features the contrasting elements of ice and fire. “We have the fireplace going when the sun sets and you can also do an ice scrub to get your circulation going after relaxing in the sauna,” says Steen. The anti-stress treatment is by far the most popular choice as many guests escape the cities to relax and unwind. Other popular options include chocolate and papaya treatments, packed with pure ingredients.
Several major attractions are found in the region and visitors have the chance to spot bears and learn more about the local handicraft traditions. The village of Tällberg is in itself a popular destination, offering a charming mix of old and new. Steen sums it up with a local saying: “Visiting Sweden without seeing Tällberg is like going to a wedding without seeing the bride.” Lake Siljan on a sunny autumn day
For dinner, luckily, there are other options. “We have a great restaurant that works with organic local produce. The menu changes with the season and offers something new every time,” says the hotel manager. Tradition and modern-day trends The hotel has many guests who return year after year. Steen believes one reason
For more information, please visit: www.dalecarlia.se