In Härjedalen, in the middle of Sweden lies Funäsfjällen, an unexploited and exotic mountain world with more than 60 peaks with an altitude in excess of 1,000 metres. Many people claim that the tallest and most beautiful peaks south of the Arctic Circle are found around Funäsfjällen.

Here the musk-ox roam freely and in the highlands, the reindeer outnumber the people; just fancy having the wilderness this close.

There are actually roads and parking high up on the mountains, meanwhile you anticipate the serenity just a little bit away, maybe even a musk ox or the glacier-clad Mount Helags. The wide expanses, the quietness and the nature experiences provide a sensation of harmony, genuineness and magic. Here you find the time to live and to explore.

Nature’s own larder tempts with delicious treasures such as cloudberries, chanterelles, morels, game fish and clean water. Just pick what you want. 

The genuine article

Besides everything you can do on your own, the offering of organized activities is impressive. Seeing more than 50 activities in the local programme is not unusual. In Funäsfjällen everything is for real, and genuine. The peaks rise tall, magnificent and are easy to reach. The process of creation has left us one of the world’s most beautiful mountain areas for our respectful preservation.

The inhabitants of Funäsfjällen have adapted the buildings and activities to nature. The result is a genuine resort of alpine character where outdoor pursuits, activities and adventures are blended into a very special mixture. The people who live in Funäsfjällen love the mountains, and it is obvious that they have deep respect for nature.

It is easy to become ‘one of the family’ among the inhabitants and the small businesses which together constitute Funäsfjällen.

During your visit to Funäsfjällen you can concentrate on topping up your own energy levels, filling your mind with delightful experiences and stocking up on culinary sensations. Could a holiday be any better than this?

Fast pedalling

Sweden’s most complete area for bicycling is now under development in Funäsfjällen. Enjoy mountain biking across the bare mountain and through valleys with wonderful fells views. Here are 423 km of biking trails and 150 km of MTB paths. The grading varies, from easily pedalled gravel roads to more technically advanced trails with duckboards and brook crossings. 

Portrayed history

In Messlingen you can wonder at the 4 000 to 6 000 year old rock paintings. Here is also Evagraven, a long and deep Ice Age erosion fissure and Fiskhålsgraven with the protected dwarf char. The old summer pasture area at Mittåkläppen, where one is still actively farmed, (please respect the owners’ privacy). Here is the waffles’ café at Djupdalsvallen. 

Lucky anglers

All the fishing waters are covered in one permit. There are more fishing waters than anglers here. Your chances at game fish such as Arctic char, brown trout, grayling and whitefish couldn’t be better. Fishing courses are held weekly. You can also join a guided fishing trip into special waters. 

Golf

Two of Sweden’s most spectacular golf courses are situated in Funäsfjällen. Interesting design, breathtakingly beautiful peaks in the background, plenty of water and good quality greens and fairways. Ljusnedal’s golf course is of singularly high quality for its highland setting. The Ramundberget Pay & Play offers extraordinary challenges. 

Vertical adventures – Via Feratta

No previous experience required and the equipment is for hire on site in Funäsfjällen. Choose between climbing the trail on your own or with a guide. In the winter here is ice-climbing. Easily accessed climbing at Klätterdomen in Hamra. 

Tripping on water

There are many waters suitable to canoeing here. The River Ljusnan offers easy paddling with the current through lush greenery. The unique, barren lake systems in the Rogen nature reserve attract paddlers from all over Europe. You can even paddle into Norway: From Lake Rogen via the River Röa, to the Femund and Feragen lakes, and various river systems to Röros. A fantastic week-long trip. 

Day trips

Flatruetvägen is the highest laid out road in the country, running across the bare mountain region. You can also drive to Sylsjödammen, a fabulous day-trip via Norwegian Brekken and Stugudal. Tännäs Fiskecentrum includes Rogens Naturum which you can do with a guide. Anderssjöåfallet in Hamra is a mighty waterfall you can get close to. There’s a beautiful grill spot here. 

Challenge your friends

You can play tennis at Risnäset in Funäsdalen and in Tännäs or you can challenge someone to bowling in Funäsdalen. 

Eye to eye with a musk ox

Tännäskröket is the venue of Myskoxcentrum with fine exhibitions portraying the musk-ox in Härjedalen and daily guided tours of the pen. 

Refreshing water

There are beaches with rafts in Funäsdalen, Tännäs and Tänndalen. Several of the hotels in the area have swimming pools. On a hot summer’s day you can swim underneath the foaming waterfalls in the River Tvärån, en route to the decorative Mt Skarsfjället or in Anderssjöåfallet which you can reach by car. 

On horseback

Explore the countryside from a new perspective; half-day, whole-day and multiple-day rides along glittering waters, through deep valleys and across majestic mountains. 

Close by

The nearest town to Funäsfjällen is Röros in Norway, a 17th-century gem and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Røros was voted ‘Best destination’ in the 2011 Responsible Tourism Awards. The narrow streets invite town strolls and shopping. Drop in at the Olavsgruvan mine on the way. 

Collections of cultural history

Härjedalens Fjällmuseum, the museum with unique collections relating to the cultures of the Sami, the mountain farmers and small industry workers. Explore the area’s history by watching, feeling, listening and playing. Step inside to view one of Sweden’s oldest collections in one of the most modern museums in the country.