More information: Exploring Ångermanland
Örnsköldsvik is the city where the heart of hockey might actually exist. As the home of the ice hockey team Modo, it is also the hometown of several of Sweden’s best players in the last decades. In a city where hockey is number one, there are still many more things to explore. With a population…
Själevad is a small locality situated along the river Moälven. Even though its long history has mostly been overshadowed by the development of nearby Örnsköldsvik, there are still a few gems to explore and nature to enjoy here. The most noteworthy company from the locality is Fjällräven, a company producing outdoor equipment. The village has…
Norrfällsviken is a small picturesque fishing village, with only a handful of inhabitants. It is, however, a popular stop for visits during the summer as it’s one of the more well-known fishing villages along the High Coast, the UNESCO World Heritage Site. A Short History of Norrfällsviken The fishing village dates back to at least…
Lunde is a small locality along the river Ångermanälven. Once important for the transport of timber along the river, it now houses around 2.700 inhabitants. But the place has a dark history, from a time when strikes resulted in bloody interventions by the military. A Short History of Lunde Lunde and the area of Ådalen…
Härnösand is the southern gateway to the High Coast, a World Heritage site. However, it is not only the stunning nature north of the city that attracts visitors. Härnösand is a town with a long history. It has around 18.600 inhabitants and is the seat for Västernorrland County. A Short History of Härnösand Härnösand was…