Day Trips and Attractions
Northern Sweden offers endless opportunities for adventure, whether you’re traveling with family, friends, or as a couple. Here you’ll find everything from historic landmarks and fascinating museums to zoos, water parks, and breathtaking natural scenery with mountains, rivers, and coastal landscapes. The region is perfect for a camping holiday, with attractions and beautiful day trips just a short distance from your campsite. Discover the sights that make a holiday up north both memorable and full of variety!
🫎🌲 Explore Northern Sweden’s day trips and attractions below!
Wild Lapland
Wild Lapland is a family-owned nature guiding company with a passion for year-round outdoor adventures. In winter, dog sledding and snowshoeing await — while summer brings kayaking, hiking, and visits to the husky kennel.
Kyrkstigen
The Kyrkstigen trail (also known as the Lillskogs Trail) is a lovely, close-to-town hiking route about 6 kilometers long, set in easy, gentle terrain. The most convenient and recommended starting point is from Tannbergsskolan in Lycksele.
Lycksele Golf Club
Lycksele Golf Club offers a beautiful 18-hole course surrounded by the serene nature of northern Sweden, where every swing is accompanied by the quiet whisper of forest and river. Here, the joy of the game and a sense of community come together — whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned golfer.
Maltån kanotur
Maltån is a truly charming little river located about 40 kilometers from Lycksele (Lycksele–Bussjön–Maltträsk), on the way toward Åmsele. It’s perfect for a real “wilderness-style” paddle - a calm, winding river that meanders gently through nature, weaving between reeds and trees.
Ponderosaleden
The Ponderosa Trail is easy to ride but requires a mountain bike (MTB). All the picnic spots can be reached with a regular bike via the gravel road called Ponderosa Road.
Length: 17.4 km
Lycksele Djurpark
Lycksele Zoo is northern Sweden’s largest wildlife park, showcasing a wide variety of Nordic animals. Here, the whole family can meet everything from moose and bears to lynx and reindeer — all in natural, scenic surroundings.
Farm Shops
In Lycksele, you’ll find several charming farm shops where you can buy local products straight from the producers. Discover everything from fresh ingredients to handmade delicacies - perfect for anyone who wants to experience the true taste of the countryside.
Lycksele Bowling
League games, disco bowling, or kids’ birthday parties - there’s bowling fun for everyone! Lycksele Bowling Hall features 8 lanes ready for play..
Arena Älven
Arena Älven is Lycksele’s natural gathering spot during the winter season. Bring your skates or skis and take a lap - or simply sit back and enjoy the moment.
Forsknäckarna Rafting
Forsknäckarna offers one of Europe’s best rafting experiences, thanks to their unique location along the Vindel River. The tours vary in difficulty, and the calmest route is perfect for everyone aged 9 and up.
Älgens Hus
At Älgens Hus in Bjurholm, you get the chance to meet the King of the Forest up close. The whole family can learn all about moose and enjoy guided tours featuring live animals.
Skogs- og samemuseet
The Forest and Sámi Museum is located at what we call Gammplatsen. This scenic peninsula in the Ume River once served as a gathering place for the Sámi people, settlers, and traders.