Höga Kusten
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Höga Kusten
Far up in northern Europe is a place where nature's forces, during 20.000 years, have shaped a dramatic landscape with the world's highest coastline. Mountains plunging straight into the depths of the sea in a way that leaves you breathless. Here, you will get to experience the real, unexploited, and genuine Sweden. Bold visitors can try fermented herring and climbing, but the High Coast of Sweden is more about harmony than adrenaline. Through endless opportunities to be active in nature with your loved ones, you will regain the strength to return to your urban, pacy everyday life.Find your trip
Ulvön island is one of the High Coast of Sweden's treasures. You reach the island by boat from Ullånger or Köpmanholmen. At the small harbor Ulvöhamn is a hotel, a few restaurants, a museum and shops. Further in on the island is a hostel and a few camp sites with cabins. The old chapel is also worth a visit.
At the western-most corner of lovely Ångermanland lies Junsele. A small village with character and exciting places to visit. One of them is Junsele Zoo. Here you'll find bears, wolfs, camels, tigers and many other interesting animals.
At the very edge of the High Coast of Sweden, the dark rocks of Högbonden island rises from the sea. The old light house boasts from the top of the island next to the steep descent. At Högbonden island you can enjoy peace and quiet and stay overnight at the hostel.
At the foot of Mt. Skuleberget lies Skule Naturscen. A wide variety of concerts and festivals are arranged every summer, Skulefestivalen amongst other. The stage is expecting Veronica Maggio and Jill Johnson during 2017, two renowned artists in Sweden!
At 9500 years ago the sea level reached 286 meters up the Mt. Skuleberget which is the highest marking of the shorline after the melting of the last inland ice. Mt. Skuleberget is today an icon in the scenery and is visited by thousands every year. Around the mountain is hiking trails, climbing, trail running, skiing and downhill skiing. The view from the top is one of the High Coast of Sweden's best!
Europe's biggest Via Ferrata centre. A unique adrenalin rush and a fantastic adventure in the High Coast of Sweden. Here, everyone between 40-140 kg has the chance to experience mountain climbing under the highest level of safety. No previous experience is neccessary and only normal levels of fitness are required.
Höga Kusten-båtarna (HK Ship) is running the sea traffic in the High Coast of Sweden. Their boats will take you from the mainland to the High Coast of Sweden's treasure Ulvön island or Högbonden island.
Friluftsbyn is an outdoor village and Sweden's place for outdoor life meetings. Like-minded people are gathered for adventure and relaxation. Many events are arranged here during the year, High Coast Hike, High Coast Winter Classic and High Coast Trail to mention a few. But you can also come here to stay during your own hike in the High Coast of Sweden.
Ulvön island is one of the High Coast of Sweden's treasures. You reach the island by boat from Ullånger or Köpmanholmen. At the small harbor Ulvöhamn is a hotel, a few restaurants, a museum and shops. Further in on the island is a hostel and a few camp sites with cabins. The old chapel is also worth a visit.
At the western-most corner of lovely Ångermanland lies Junsele. A small village with character and exciting places to visit. One of them is Junsele Zoo. Here you'll find bears, wolfs, camels, tigers and many other interesting animals.
Väggivägg restaurant is a quality restaurant for gastronomic challenges. Top quality raw materials makes for tasty and exciting dishes and a dining experience beyond the ordinary.
The kitchen and restaurant at Ulvö Hotell has a preference for the local. The High Coast of Sweden has so many food craftsman and farmers that produces various crops and raw materials with an enormous passion. The kitchen at Ulvö Hotell has a great respect and love to all farmers and do their utmost to prepare each dish with respect and love.
Sweden's first and the world's northern most gin distillery is located in the small village Dala, just outside Härnösand. Here gin is crafted passionately with the large copper pan. Hernö Gin is the most awarded gin in Europe the last three years, with more than 25 international master and gold medals.
Water, flour and hot ovens. That's where the traditional swedish flat bread originates from. The history of the flat bread can be traced back to the High Coast of Sweden. In year 1923 Sweden's oldest flat bread bakery was founded in the small village of Mjällom. The bakery is now located in Ullånger and here you can try to bake your very own flat bread or buy fresh bread from the store.
Tasty, handmade with care, love and passion. Created by chocolate of the highest quality, fair trade and organic. The number of fillings to choose from are many and a lot of them originate from Skuleskogen.
Never has rotten fish smelled so bad but tasted so good. The small local herrings are caught in the spring, salted and left to ferment before being stuffed in a tin before it hits the tables and shops. The result is Swedish surströmming! The traditionalist Swedes, food lovers and adventurous tourists eat it in the end of August always outdoors. Eat it like the locals, wrap it in buttered flat bread with slices of almond potatoes, diced onion and creme fraiche accompanied with beer, schnapps and lots of friends.
Lovely food and an amazing view of Ångerman river makes Myregården a popular choice. The menu always includes one fish and one meat dish along with snacks and other meals. The BBQ buffet is served at weekends during summer if the weather permits.
Fiskarfänget restaurant is located in the authentic boathouse environment in Norrfällsviken. A big buffet with all kinds of fish is always served and there are also fish for sale. It's a popular meeting place and popular destination for boaters and visitors who stays overnight at the campsite or hotel nearby.
Väggivägg restaurant is a quality restaurant for gastronomic challenges. Top quality raw materials makes for tasty and exciting dishes and a dining experience beyond the ordinary.
The kitchen and restaurant at Ulvö Hotell has a preference for the local. The High Coast of Sweden has so many food craftsman and farmers that produces various crops and raw materials with an enormous passion. The kitchen at Ulvö Hotell has a great respect and love to all farmers and do their utmost to prepare each dish with respect and love.
