Sundsvall

The city of Sundsvall on Sweden’s Baltic coast lies close to the country’s geographical center. Sundsvall is the principal town of Medelpad, part of Västernorrland County. Located on the Gulf of Bothnia, Sundsvall is unquestionably the center of southern Norrland. Its size, central location, economy, and excellent transport links are key factors. Together with its northern neighbor Timrå, Sundsvall forms the largest urban area in all of northern Sweden. This also makes it an important tourist destination. Sundsvall is therefore not only the center of a holiday region for family and activity holidays on Sweden’s Baltic coast, but also a city-break destination. It is the largest shopping center in all of northern Sweden. Its appealing shopping atmosphere draws holidaymakers and visitors from far afield. The city’s character today is shaped by its many restaurants, pubs, and cafés. Kulturmagasinet, a converted industrial building, now houses the regional museum, the city library, and a café. More than 40 historic buildings from Medelpad have been brought together in an open-air museum on Norra Berget, north of Sundsvall.

Two major rivers, the Indalsälven and the Ljungan, flow into the Baltic bay in front of Sundsvall. Thanks to this strategic location, Sundsvall became the most important timber-processing and export center in northern Sweden. This economic boom made it possible to rebuild the city after the great fire of 1888. Today, Sundsvall has Sweden’s largest collection of late-19th-century buildings outside Stockholm, concentrated in the Stenstaden (Stone City) district.

The area around Sundsvall attracts many tourists, especially those looking for activity holidays and family stays in holiday homes. Five guest harbors are available for recreational boats, and the long, rocky coastline is one of the area’s greatest attractions. A 70-kilometer coastal road starting at Svartvik, south of Sundsvall, leads to Norrland’s longest sandy beach, fishing spots, campsites, and magnificent viewpoints. The route along the Indalsälven promises a unique experience. In addition to beautiful natural scenery, it offers a journey through Sweden’s industrial rafting history, all the way to Hammarstrand, once a center for tobogganing and home to its natural track.

A Baltic Sea holiday in Sundsvall is a year-round experience. In winter, Sundsvall’s Sidsjö recreation area offers a range of appealing activities. Ice skating on Lake Sidsjö, downhill skiing on runs of varying difficulty, and cross-country ski trails through the forest offer an alternative to a summer holiday in Sundsvall—and are well worth trying. Plenty of accommodation is available in every season, including hotels, holiday homes, campsites, and youth hostels.

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