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TOP 10 REASONS
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TOP 10 REASONS
Why travel to Sundsvall: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Sundsvall
- On the Medelpad province on Sweden's northeast coast, Sundsvall provides everything you might want, whether you prefer the city or the outdoors.
- According to certain historians, Sundsvall is credited with bringing industrialization to Sweden in 1849.
- It is also an important industrial centre because it has had a significant timber industry since the early twentieth century.
- Sundsvall, a town with a colourful history, has been burned down four times.
- The city was rebuilt entirely in stone after a particularly severe fire in 1888 - the worst in Swedish history – earning it the nickname Stenstaden (Stone City)
- Capital: Härnösand
- International Airport: Sundsvall Timrå Airport
- Population: 57,606
- Currency: Swedish krona
- Time: UTC+1h
- Driving side: Right
- Main Electricity: 230V
- Official Language: Swedish
- Religion: catholic
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Sundsvall
- Visit Kulturmagasinet in the city centre for a healthy dose of culture.
- The St. Olavsleden is a well-known Swedish walking trail from Sundsvall on the east coast to Trondheim in Norway.
- You won't have to travel far from Sundsvall to get your wilderness fix. Time and Ljustorp, two neighbouring towns, are separated by two gorgeous valleys.
- Another natural gem is the Ljungan Valley, located immediately south of Sundsvall. The views are breathtaking, and anglers will be spoiled with choice.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Sundsvall
- Sundsvall has a wide range of average temperatures.
- When humidity is factored in, temperatures feel cold throughout most of the year, with a low risk of precipitation for most of the year.
- Compared to tourist sites across the world, the area is less temperate than others, ranking in the 33rd percentile for pleasant weather.
- If you want to visit Sundsvall during the hottest months, July, August, and June are your best chances.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Sundsvall
Teater Västernorrland
- Teater Västernorrland, now a member of the Performing Arts Theatre Company, is a fantastic theatre that produces children's and adult productions.
- The organization does not act on a single stage and instead performs in various settings ranging from the stage to schools.
- The company performs both classics such as Shakespeare and more contemporary works.
Wonderful Music
- Pipeline Sundsvalls Musikforum was formed in 1973 and has since become one of the most important venues for all art enthusiasts.
- This venue serves as a concert hall and a film and theatre screening centre.
- You'll be able to see some well-known artists perform live.
- One of the centre's unique features is that it concentrates mainly on music by Swedish musicians and singers, so you can expect to learn about the local music.
- Pipeline Sundsvalls Musikforum also features a small coffee shop that serves as a meeting place for aspiring musicians and music fans.
- Pipeline Sundsvalls Musikforum is a location you should visit if you enjoy music and art.
Heritage Theater
- What was initially erected as a cinema in 1911 is today one of Sweden's oldest structures and a theatre.
- The heritage property, which was just converted into a theatre in 1993, is one of the best-preserved architectural structures in the country.
- Since then, the theatre has hosted some excellent actors and performances, and it is well-known not just for being a historic structure but also for the type of theatre it produces.
- The theatre is unique in that tickets may only be purchased in advance at the ticket window and must be paid in cash.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Sundsvall Off the Beaten Track
- Sundsvall's Norra Berget is comparable to New York's Central Park.
- It is located on a hill just north of the city centre that can be climbed either by steps or by hiking up the slope.
- The entire region is dotted with playgrounds, cafes, open-air spaces, an observation tower, and animal cages.
- The Sundsvall Museum, Sweden's second-biggest open-air museum, is located in the park and features over 40 historic buildings that depict agrarian life dating back to the 14th century.
- Several concerts and cultural activities are held throughout the summer.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Sundsvall Culture and Traditions
- Sundsvall is home to the historic monument Högom, one of northern Sweden's most enormous burial mounds.
- The volcanic island of Alnön, located outside Sundsvall, had 19 sawmills operating simultaneously during the turn of the century.
- Sundsvall has burned down four times throughout history.
- As a result, it was rebuilt in stone in 1888, earning it the moniker Stone City.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Sundsvall: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Brasserie Verket
#FOOD
- Restaurant Verket at Scandic Sundsvall City is a warm, rustic brasserie inspired by the city's industrial past, where you can enjoy well-prepared and tasty food in a calm environment.
- Their menu includes traditional and barbecued meat, fish, poultry, and vegetable dishes.
- The cuisine is prepared in an open kitchen, and you will be right in the middle of the action as a guest.
- This year, they've added a rotisserie to their menu, where all of the dishes are cooked on long spits in the oven to retain the flavours as much as possible.
- No fuss, just superb ingredients, expert cooking, and delectable meals in a welcoming environment for both family and friends.
Gotland on a plate
#FOOD
- Karakas Krog, a restaurant showcasing the best of Gotland, focuses on seasonal local food and meat acquired from local farmers.
- Katthammarsvik Rökeri, on the other hand, is a traditional restaurant that specializes in smoked fish and prawns.
- You may try classic meals like pickled herring with sour cream and their speciality fish soup with aioli at Bakfickan in Visby, the capital of Gotland.
- Gula Hönan in Ronehamn is another option. It's open from June to August and has its wild garden, which supplies most of the cuisine.
- The emphasis is on vegetables, but rabbit and lamb from the area are also on the menu.
- Gula Hönan opened Tuppens Krog, a fine dining sister restaurant in Visby, in 2018.
Barista City
#Fashion
- Barista City's success story begins in 1967, with the opening of the world's fourth IKEA department store.
- Birsta City is now the largest shopping centre in northern Sweden.
- Barista City, refurbished in 2008, has roughly 100 businesses spread out over two levels of a large promenade.
- You'll discover excellent shopping with major retailers and local favourites, restaurants, and cafes.
- And, of course, IKEA. Barista City is well-liked; in 2011, Market magazine and tourists voted it Sweden's most popular shopping centre for the second year.
Gallerian
#Fashion
- Gallerian, northern Sweden's most significant city mall, is located in the centre of the charming Stone Town and spans three blocks.
- These are linked to outdoor tunnels, allowing guests to move around the property without leaving.
- In: Gallerian offers a wide range of products, including clothing and shoes, electronics and textiles, and health and beauty products.
- Apart from shopping, the mall organizes various events and has restaurants and cafés located around the complex.
- The restaurant's decor still has a late-nineteenth-century vibe about it.
Gröna Lund Tivoli
#FUN
- Gröna Lund Tivoli in Stockholm, Sweden's oldest amusement park, dates from 1883 but offers plenty of modern, high-tech rides for thrill-seekers.
- The park, which is located on Djurgrden island in Stockholm, includes various activities ranging from low-key carousels and tea-cup rides for youngsters to the appropriately called Insane!
- Icarus, the newest ride, offers breathtaking views of the city from roughly 100 metres in the air before dropping passengers face-first towards the ground at a fast speed.
- The Stockholm Pass includes admission to the park, but rides are not included.
Liseberg
#FUN
- Liseberg, Scandinavia's largest amusement park, is a vibrant area with flowers, trees, lovely gardens, and bright lights.
- Water flumes, a twisted corkscrew ride, the world's best wooden rollercoaster, and Europe's highest free-fall ride are attractions.
- Liseberg is mainly known for its summer concerts, having hosted legends like Jimi Hendrix, the Rolling Stones, and Abba in the past.
- The Liseberg park and gardens are included in the Gothenburg Pass; however, the rides are not included.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Sundsvall: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- In Sundsvall, a park with a pond surrounded by willow trees.
- There used to be a natural pond there called the Western Pond.
- By introducing freshwater from Lake Sids to the old pond in 1885, the Bünsowska pond was born.
- Fredrik Bünsow, the wooden cartridge, was hidden below the water pipe.
- In 1909, maple trees were planted around the dam, and the big arrows located around the pond were planted in the 1930s.
- Another natural gem is the Ljungan Valley, located immediately south of Sundsvall.
- The views are breathtaking, and anglers will be spoiled with choice.
- The 75 km scenic route of the coastline road is popular with locals and visitors alike who prefer to take in Sundsvall's breathtaking beauty through a car window.
- The Skeppshamnsleden (Ship Harbour Trail), which goes along the E4 road via Sörker, Tynderö, and to the old Skeppshamn fishing harbour, is well worth visiting.
- Alnön, a volcanic island, also offers plenty of trekking opportunities.
- This natural wonder's rocks and minerals, which date back 570 million years, can't be found anywhere else.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Sundsvall Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- The Sundsvall Open Trot is held at Bergskers Travbana on the last Saturday of August.
- The first time they drove the Sundsvall Open Trot was in 1996 when His Majesty won the first prize of SEK 600,000 alongside Torbjörn Jansson.
- Two were the legendary Zoogin and Scandal Play, who won the race two years later.
- This celebration honours Sweden's different communities by celebrating peace and love.
- It is one of Sweden's largest annual music festivals.
- This festival hosts some events and workshops to encourage people to respect one another and create a loving and harmonious environment.
- With live concerts by local bands, this music festival attracts a large number of locals and tourists.
- It began in 1999 and had to be discontinued in 2013, but it resurfaced in 2014 with a bang.
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