EDSÅSDALEN

Edsåsdalen is a warm, welcoming little mountain village that feels like a well-kept secret. It’s calm, family-friendly and alive all year round. It sits on the southern slope of Renfjället in Åre municipality, about 20 minutes by car from Åre and roughly 9 km from Undersåker. Ottsjö, Trillevallen and Vålådalen are all close by, so it’s a lovely base for exploring the whole area at your own pace.

Up on the hillside, Edsåsen is one of Jämtland’s oldest settlements, with open views towards Välliste and the mountains beyond. It’s the kind of place where you slow down, breathe out and let the mountains do the rest.

THINGS TO DO DURING WINTER

• Downhill skiing: Gentle, wide slopes that are perfect for beginners, children and relaxed family days

• Cross-country skiing: Groomed tracks of 3.5 km (floodlit for evening skiing), 6.5 km and 10 km

• Ski and snowmobile trails: Connecting Edsåsdalen with Trillevallen, Ottsjö and Vålådalen

• Vita Renen: Head up Renfjället by snowmobile for a waffle or lunch with a view

• Sledging and family snow play: Borrow a sled and let the kids loose

• Sauna and cosy cabin evenings: The best way to end a mountain day

THINGS TO DO DURING SUMMER

• Hiking: Quiet trails straight from the village, including the Konst(ig) art trail, which is fun for all ages

• Fishing: Lake Hensjön is nearby, and there are plenty of streams and lakes in the area

• Mountain biking and trail running: Forest and mountain paths for every level

• Swimming and paddling: Ottsjön’s sandy beach is about ten minutes away by car

• Berry and mushroom picking: Late summer is the season for it, and a real Swedish favourite

EDSÅSDALEN FACILITIES (NEARBY)

• Ski slope and lifts in the village, ideal for families

• Cross-country trail centre with maps and parking

• Equipment hire for downhill and cross-country skiing

• Groceries and services: Ottsjö (ICA), Undersåker and Åre

• Restaurants and cafés: Edsåsdalen, Ottsjö, Trillevallen and Åre