Here you will find an overview of all the events on Sunday, October 5th, at the Hiking Festival Hajka.
Sunday, October 5
Overview
09.00-11.00 | Söndagsdopp with a Hajka twist • Umeå
09.30-15.30 | Hike at Långforsen • Vännäs
10.00-12.00 | Huskywalk • Granö
10.00-12.00 | Hike with dogs • Vännfors
10.15-14.00 | Trail Running with sauna and river dip • Brån
10.00-19.00 | Horse-drawn wagon ride along Linnévägen • Västra Spöland
11.00-14.00 | Hike to Hemberget • Tavelsjö
11.00-16.00 | Full Day at Slöjdarnas Hus • Vännänget
11.00-12.00 | Mushroom Foraging Tips • Slöjdarnas Hus
13.00-15.00 | SKOGSTOKIG: Interactive forest walk for kids • Tjälamarksberget
14.00-16.00 | Hike with dogs • Vännfors
00.00-00.00 | Walking Meditation
Further information about each activity is listed below
Söndagsdopp with a Hajka twist
Date: 5th October
Time: 09.00 am - 11.00 am
Location: Bölesholmarna
Organizer: Umeå Kallbad
About: Join Umeå Kallbad for their traditional Söndagsdopp – now with an extra Hajka twist!
You’ll run or walk a scenic 5 km loop around Bölesholmarna in central Umeå, finishing with a refreshing dip in the river followed by a warming sauna with the Söndagsdopp crew. After the cold and heat, enjoy fika by the fire and great conversation. A wonderful way to start your Sunday – no prior cold bathing experience needed.
Suitable for: Beginner
Bring: Swimwear, towel, and a change of clothes
Price: Free of charge
Book your spot here!
Hike at Långforsen
Date: 5th October
Time: 09.30 am - 03.30 pm
Location: Vännäs
Organizer: Svenska Turistföreningen Umeåregionen
About: Enjoy an 8 km hike along the unregulated Vindel River with the sound of rushing water as your companion. The hike starts at Vännforsbäck and ends in Selet, following a trail with several rest areas and shelters along the way. Expect a few steep sections over sandy ridges but the route is otherwise beginner-friendly.
Suitable for: Beginner, Family-friendly
Price: Free of charge
Book your spot here!
Huskywalk
Date: 3th October - 5th October
Time: 10.00 am -12.00 pm
Location: Granö
Organizer: Spruce Island Husky
About: Guided hike through the beautiful nature around Granö and the Ume River, where you'll have your own husky attached to a waist belt for the hike. The hike lasts approximately 2 hours.
Suitable for: Beginner, Family with children
Price: 450 SEK
Book your spot here!
Hike with dogs
Date: 3rd October - 5th October
Time: 10.00 am -12.00 pm, 02.00 pm -04.00 pm
Location: Vännfors
Organizer: Happy Paws Adventure & Training
About: Hike side by side with Alaskan Huskies. During the walk, you’ll learn more about their fascinating history and working heritage. This is more than just a stroll – it’s a chance to connect with nature, the dogs, and their stories.
Suitable for: Beginner, Family-friendly
Price: Adults: 400 SEK, Children: 200 SEK
Book your spot here!
Trail Running with sauna and river dip
Date: 5th October
Time: 10.15 am - 02.00 pm
Location: Brån, Vännäs
Organizer: Ogräns
About: Run through forest trails, gravel roads and hidden paths with local guides who know these woods like the back of their hand. Choose between 7 km, 10 km, or 15 km distances in small guided groups. The experience ends with a refreshing dip in the river and a relaxing sauna.
Suitable for: Some experience required
Bring: Swimwear, towel, and a change of clothes
Price: 450 SEK
Book your spot here!
Horse-drawn wagon ride along Linnévägen
Date: 3rd October - 5th October
Time: 10:00 am –07:00 pm, by appointment when booking
Location: Västra Spöland 26
Organizer: Eldare Gård
About: Experience a peaceful horse and wagon ride along parts of Linnévägen – a calm journey through nature that allows time for discovery and reflection. You're welcome to help prepare the horse before and after the ride. You can also add a traditional Swedish fika to your booking.
Accessibility: The wagon is adapted to accommodate two wheelchairs.
Suitable for: Beginner, Family-friendly
Price: Adults: 250 SEK. Children (ages 3–12): 150 SEK.
Book your spot via email!
Hike to Hemberget
Date: 5th October
Time: 11.00 am - 02.00 pm
Location: Tavelsjö
Organizer: TuRe and Tavelsjö Wärdshus
About: Hike to Hemberget, one of the Tio Toppar Tavelsjö peaks. Once at the top, enjoy grilled sausages and a beautiful view over the Tavelsjö area. The trail is about 1.4 km long, easy to walk, and a local favorite — perfect for all ages. You can start the hike anytime from the church in Tavelsjö. Sausages will be served until around 14:00.
Suitable for: Beginner, Family-friendly
Price: Free of charge
Read more here!
Full Day at Slöjdarnas Hus
Date: 5th October
Time: 11.00 am - 03.00 pm
Location: Slöjdarnas hus, Vännsäby
Organizer: Slöjdarnas Hus, Municipality of Vännäs
About: Forest bingo, carving workshops or a singles’ walk — spend a full day filled with activities and creative workshops for the whole family. Get tips from Gunilla Axelsson on how to repair your outdoor clothing, learn about hiking trails in and around Vännäs or simply enjoy freshly baked goods from the old baking cottage. At the Slöjdarnas Café you can enjoy light lunches, fika and freshly grilled stick bread.
See the full program for the day here!
Mushroom Foraging Tips
Date: 5th October
Time: 11:00–11:40 AM, 12:00–12:40 PM, 1:00–1:40 PM, 2:00–2:40 PM
Location: Slöjdarnas Hus
Organizer: Lena Borg
About: Learn to identify the most common edible mushrooms — those that are easy to recognize and least likely to be confused with poisonous varieties.
Price: 100 SEK
On-site registration
SKOGSTOKIG: Interactive Forest Walk for Kids 5–9 yrs
Date: 5 October
Time: 01.00-03.00 pm
Location: Tjälamarksberget / Hamptjärnsstugan
Organizer: Friluftsfrämjandet Umeå
About: Are you crazy about the outdoors and want to share your passion with your child or grandchild? Welcome to Skogstokig! This is a nature walk for children and their accompanying adults through varied terrain, with regular stops for storytelling, activities and play. The theme is squirrels — where they live, what they eat, and how they balance while jumping between trees. This walk is designed for children aged 5 to 9.
Suitable for: Family-friendly (ages 5–9)
Price: 70 SEK for members, 100 SEK for non-members. Free for children up to age 15 when accompanied by an adult.
Read more here!
Walking meditation
Date: 3th October - 5th October
Time: When it suits you.
Organizer: Inner Strength
About: Calm down at your own pace after a long day. Inner Strength offers audio sessions that combine activity and recovery, inspired by nature and the seasons. These sessions can be taken along on walks or runs, where you'll pause at a scenic spot to be guided through breathing exercises, mobility training, or more challenging core and balance exercises. After your outdoor experience, you can also choose calmer, longer sessions that help you bring the tranquility of nature into your home. All you need is a pair of headphones.
Suitable for: Everyone
Price: Free of charge
