Experience an adventure on foot!

1. Hike through an exciting rapids landscape

At Mårdseleforsen Nature Reserve, an adventure awaits where the whole family can walk across hanging bridges, boardwalks, and forest trails, with the sound of the Vindel River right by your side. The dramatic rapids echo with history, and you can still find traces of the log-driving era that tell the story of life in the past. Among giant’s kettles, ancient forests and rushing water, you can pause to enjoy your packed lunch. This popular destination is perfect both as an activity with children and for those wanting to experience one of Sweden's most beautiful places. There are designated fire pits available where you can build a fire.

Distance: 1.5 km

Difficulty: Easy. The ramp leading to the first hanging bridge over the river is ccessibility-adapted and stroller-friendly.

Discover Mårdseleforsen Nature Reserve and explore this exciting whitewater landscape, read more here!
 

3. Explore the enchanting island of Stora Tuvan

Follow the suspension bridge over the water out to Stora Tuvan, an island in the Ume River Delta. Here, the whole family can hike through lush and enchanting broadleaf forests to a scenic plateau equipped with picnic tables and a birdwatching tower. For those who have more energy and wants to keep exploring, a bird hideout awaits at the far edge of the island, where you are surrounded by the water and the local birdlife. Keep your eyes and ears open during your walk, the island is home to the White-backed Woodpecker, one of Sweden's most endangered species.

NOTE: The ramp is in poor condition and is being renovated this year. Currently, it is not possible to reach the picnic area with a stroller, power wheelchair, or similar.

Distance: 0.9 km from the parking lot to the bird hide. The full loop is approximately 2.5 km.

Difficulty: Easy. The suspension bridge and wooden ramps are suitable for strollers.

Start planning your trip to Stora Tuvan today, read more here!

6. Flottarstigen

Along the historic Flottarstigen (The Log Driver's Trail) by the Rickleån river, you will find yourself walking through history. Both log drivers and fishermen have frequented these grounds for centuries. The trail runs from the village of Överklinten to the town center of Robertsfors, where Fiskestigen (The Fisherman's Trail) continues all the way to where the Rickleån river meets the sea. Along the trail, architecture students from the Umeå School of Architecture have designed unique shelters at three different locations. Take your time to explore and enjoy a break at these lean-tos.

Don’t miss: There is a very good chance of spotting beavers in the area.

Distance: Length: The entire Flottarstigen trail is 13 km. One of the shelters, Räveln (coordinates: 64.182586, 20.847865), is located about 1 km from the Robertsfors Industrial Museum (Bruksmuseum) — a perfect distance to walk with children.

Difficulty: Easy hiking with no major elevation changes. A few sections have been made accessible, meaning they can be reached by wheelchair and feature accessible toilets (HWC).

Read more about Flottarstigen here.

7. Explore the Storrisberg Caves

An expedition for the whole family through the unique tunnel cave in Nordmaling. Legend has it that this was the hiding place of the notorious thief "Tjuv-Ante" in the 1800s. The cave stretches 30 meters through the mountain, featuring ladders and narrow passages. At the summit of Storrisberget, you’ll be rewarded with a beautiful panoramic view of the scenic landscape. Within the reserve, you’ll also find hiking trails, mighty cliff walls and shingle fields. An exciting destination for the whole family.

Don’t miss: The cave is equipped with stairs and ladders — Bring a headlamp or flashlight for the best experience.

Distance: 1 km hiking trail to the top of Storrisberget.

Difficulty: Moderate. Certain sections of the trail are steep.

Discover the Storrisberg Caves and the legendary "Tjuv-Ante" Cave! Read more about the trail here.

9. En vandring genom istidens historia

Längs Isälvsleden vandrar ni rakt igenom historien. För tusentals år sedan formade den enorma inlandsisen landskapet här, och idag är leden ett perfekt äventyr för hela familjen. Hela Isälvsleden är cirka 60 kilometer lång och sträcker sig genom ett fantastiskt landskap fyllt av spännande naturfenomen. Här kan du kolla efter gamla stenåldersboplatser, förundras över aktiva slamvulkaner, balansera på rullstensåsar och kolla ner i djupa dödisgropar. Det är något alldeles särskilt med naturen här, och de spännande formerna i skogen brukar väcka mycket nyfikenhet hos både stora och små. Hela leden är lång, men ni kan enkelt välja ut de bästa bitarna. Vi rekommenderar den tredje etappen, mellan Hällnäs och Hjuksån, som är som gjord för barnfamiljer.

Längd: Etapp tre, mellan Hällnäs och Hjuksån, 3 km. Hela vandringsled är 60 km (Vindeln-Åmsele).
Svårighetsgrad: Lätt. 
  
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