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Sundsvall

Medelpad

Here you will find the sea, river valleys with magnificent views and large deep coniferous forests.

The scenic landscape of Medelpad includes the sea, river valleys with magnificent views and large, deep coniferous forests. Sundsvall has a long and exciting history and was founded in 1621. A hundred years later, the Russians sacked and burned the city after the Battle of Selånger.

The city has burned down twice since then - in 1803 and 1888. In an attempt to stop these devastating fires, it was decided that only stone houses could be built in the city center. Sundsvall's city center is therefore called Stenstan and is today a great tourist attraction.

Sundsvall is located by the sea in a valley between the two mountains Södra and Norra stadsberget, with large green areas in the immediate vicinity of the city. Along the coast there are genuine fishing villages, such as Lörudden and Skatan in Njurunda. In Njurunda you can also visit Galtström, an ironworks dating back to the 1600s. On Alnön, you'll find the popular Tranviken beach and right next to the fishing village of Spikarna with its picturesque boathouses, fishing huts, chapel and café. Alnö is a popular destination for many cyclists.

Here you will soon find more information and more cycle packages, cycle-friendly accommodation and cycle tours in the local area. Watch out!