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Robert Ungh explores Skellefteå from his bike

- I don't even think that the people of Skellefteå themselves have been aware of how good cycling is on Vitberget until now. Thanks to our new bicycle park and a growing grassroots movement, Skellefteå is finally developing into the bicycle mecca it

LisaLove – Create with me in Skellefteå!

- I don't know if you will like this, I say and look a little anxiously at Lisalove. Some yellowed birch leaves fall softly to the ground while I scroll her Instagram feed. - I can't help but think of Alice in Wonderland, I say, and perhaps especiall

Nicole Castillo | From Chile to Nicole's Farm in Landfors

Located in an old converted bakery, a few steps away from the Byske River, you'll find Nicole's workshop that I will finally visit. I have said fr a long time that I would visit, but it's rare to have that I'm in her neighbourhood as her home is far

A perfect morning

Island life in the Bothnian archipelago has not always been easily accessible to visitors without their own boat or a house on one of the outer islets. However, the island world under the midnight sun is now, slowly but surely, becoming accessible to

Kayaking in Kåge bay

When we drive into Kåge harbor, Rebecca and I with our kayaks on top of the car, Emil is already in place and smiles big when we get out of the car. He's entered the harbor by sea and is sitting on the pier by his yellow sea kayak. He lives right by

One night in Bjuröklubbs lighthouse

- So how do we get there? Hanna wonders when she jumps into the car although she is also the only one of the three who has once been to Bjuröklubb. Jeanette moved to Skellefteå from Norway just a year ago and Amanda from Canada this autumn. They are

Skellefteå Karting Arena

One of the most thrilling high-speed attractions this summer can be found in Furunäs, less than 10 minutes outside Skellefteå. Furunäs is home to the Skellefteå Karting Arena, the perfect spot to determine who’s the fastest driver in the family

Mill and shoes in beautiful Skråmträsk

Mill and shoe. Shoe and mill. Erik and Asta Hellgren's two businesses are closely intertwined by a common thread of sustainability, environmental friendliness and not least high quality. Properties that have made Skråmträsk mill today one of Skelleft

Europe´s most northern gelateria

Gelato is italian for ice cream. And Italian ice cream is in many ways very different from the conventional ice cream you find in the freezer display at your grocery store

Bureå lighted track | 2 - 4,3 km

Byske daylight and lighted tracks | 0,5 km – 5 km

In Byske you can find several tracks of varying length and difficulty on and around Byskeberget. They are maintained by Byske Skidklubb which is an active club with almost 200 members. The three lighted tracks are the 0.5 km Teknikslingan, which is t

Drängsmark lighted track | 2,5 km

The lighted track in Drängsmark is managed by Drängsmarks IF. It starts at the school, centrally located along the main street running through Drängsmark and goes through relatively easy terrain and loops around Dödmanstjärnen

Ersmark lighted track | 0,8 km - 2,6 km

The lighted track in Ersmark is maintained by Friluftsfrämjandet in Kågedalen and is located just north of the village itself, starting at the horse riding hall (Ridhuset). There is also a car park for those who come by car. There are 2 loops. A yell

Jörn lighted track | 5,3 km

Jörn's lighted track goes from the bathhouse and runs parallel to Grundträskån southeast towards Majaberget. The total length of the track is 5.3 km but there are a couple of shortcuts that allowing for the track to be shortened a bit

Kalvträsk lighted track | 4,0 km

Kalvträsk's lighted track starts behind Handlarn' and the Museum. From there, a connecting track goes up behind the church and connects to a loop of 2.5 km. The track is a total of 4 km long with the connection included, maintained by Örvingens SK

Kåge lighted track | 2,8 km

The track in Kåge is maintained by Friluftsfrämjandet's local branch. It starts at the tennis court located about 100 m from Gamla Kågevägen and then goes east towards Spännarberget and Lidmyran. There is a shortcut for those who want to shorten the

Renström lighted track | 2,8 km

Renström's lighted track stretches around the old mine and up over Kyrkvägsmyrberget where it offers wonderful and challenging slopes

Skelleftehamn / Ursviken lighted track | 1,7 km - 7,2 km

Skelleftehamn's and Ursviken's lighted track is maintained by Friluftsfrämjandet's local branch in Skelleftehamn. By combining different loops and a detour, it is possible to ski anywhere from 1.7 to 7.2 km. The large loop is 4.3 km long and its offi

Hiking in Skellefteå – You complete guide

In Skellefteå, there is a large selection of hiking trails for those who long for an experience close to natur

Cycling in Skellefteå - Your complete guide

Cycle downhill, mountain bike or on roads in Skellefteå on Vitberget, Bygdsiljum or Lövånger. We keep track of renting both MTB and road bikes. Welcome to Västerbotten and Sweden's cycling mecc

Bathing in Skellefteå | All you need to know

Family friendly bathing spots in the summer, bath houses for colder days and a list of every bathing spot in Skellefteå municipalit

Guide to Nordanå | All you need to know

Museum, Science center, playground, café, historical monuments. Make sure you don't miss any of the gems of Nordanå.

Lövånger | Everything you need to know

Discover Lövånger with our best tips for activities, experiences, food options and accommodation

Order gift cards as a company

On this page, you as a company can order Skellefteå Centrum's gift card by filling in the form below

Skellefteå Tourist Center – We're here for you

Whether you are on a temporary or long-term visit, paying a visit to your hometown or live in Skellefteå, you are welcome to visit us at the Skellefteå Tourist Center. There you will find brochures, buy tickets for events, local products and souvenir