Siljan - Every day, year round!

The Siljan district is fantastic! Fabulous natural surroundings, mile-wide views of Siljan’s glittering waters, blossoming meadows: a given place for relaxation and natural serenity. Here you’ll find an intriguing mix of traditional and modern in the form of music, festivals, Midsummer celebrations, working summer dairy farms and much, much more. A multitude of activities and adventures await all, young and old alike!

Dalhalla

Certain places have remarkable inherent drawing power. Dalhalla,
which has changed from an abandoned limestone quarry to a musical stage, is one such place.This gem lies in the forest a few kilometres north of Rättvik.

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Vasaloppet Week 2010, Feb. 26 to March 7, the biggest winter event in the Siljan Area

Now it is time to plan for your lodging and for the first time you can book directly online! For personal service you are also welcome to phone +46 (0)248-79 72 00. Read more about the historical race here Book your accomodation here.

Ski Slopes in the Siljan Area

Skiing is the perfect family activity! Fresh air, exercise and chat in the lift on the way to the top. Let your children take their first runs on the slopes in the Siljan area.

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Swedish Midsummer - Jim Keeble

I came to Siljan knowing little about Sweden, and nothing about herring.“I don’t really like fish,” I explained. My hosts looked at me as if I’d just urinated on the Swedish flag. “That is unfortunate,” they said. On the table were....

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Zorn

Anders Zorn (1860–1920) is one of Sweden’s foremost artists, most famous for his nude paintings, genre scenes, and vivid depictions of water. Born in Mora, Zorn obtained great international success as a portrait painter, not least in United States.

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Play golf around Siljan

Now there are six fine golf courses to choose from around Siljan.The newest is Tällberg Village Golf Club between Leksand and Rättvik.

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Great Fishing around Lake Siljan

The areas around lakes Siljan and Orsasjön do not only breathe rich traditions and culture, the countryside is also captivatingly beautiful.For the most part, this is the result of the meeting of the barren
taiga of the north...

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A child´s toy – that´s how it all began

There are toy horses and pictures of horses the world over, but few have become so loved and so widespread as the Dala Horse.

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