Linghed: Lakes, Canoe Route and Fäbod Trails

Linghed stretches from Linghedsåsen into an open landscape of lakes and waterways framed by mountains shimmering in shades of blue. This interplay of water, paths and ridges shapes travel planning: you can combine days by the water, hikes through the surrounding area and winter activities. A holiday apartment or other accommodation in Linghed can be chosen according to the preferred pace of the trip – for example, with a focus on canoeing, hiking, horse riding or activities in the snow.

Between Lakes and Fäbod Trails

A special way to experience Linghed on the water is the canoe route between Lakes Balungen and Runn, which passes through Linghed. There is a campsite on the shore of Sör-Lingan along this route. Those planning a canoeing trip can take these two details into account when preparing and structure their days around their own equipment, preferred pace and other activities.

Well-marked Fäbod trails run around Linghed and can be used for hiking. In addition, the Nysjöleden trail leads between Linghed and Nysjöns fäbod; the hike can begin at the exercise trail in Linghed. The paths of the Nysjöleden are marked in blue. This provides different starting points for a trip: you can make the canoe route the focus or explore the landscape on foot.

Active Days in Summer and Winter

For winter activities, Linghed has almost 350 km of marked snowmobile trails maintained by the local snowmobile club. The 2 km-long Elljusspåret serves as a bark-surfaced trail in summer.

Linghedsåsen also has a riding arena with a good surface, fencing, obstacles and lighting. This specific facility expands the options for travellers who would like to include horse riding alongside days on the water and hiking. For families with different interests, it may be helpful to note the activities they would like to combine before choosing a holiday apartment and then decide which daily routine best suits their trip.

Rest Areas, Water and Local Tradition

At Hökviksbron, where the Hökviksån flows into Lake Svärdsjön, there is a rest area with a large car park, tables, benches and an information board. It provides another specific point of reference for taking a break during a day in the landscape. In Linghed and the area around Svartnäs, there are several fishing waters managed by the Lingheds fiskevårdsområdesförening.

Community traditions are also part of the character of the village. Every summer, Linghed's rowing team takes part in the Svärdsjö Cup. The Fäbod tradition, in turn, involved the Fäbod keepers taking their livestock to their Fäbod farms at the beginning of summer. Those interested in regional ways of life can learn about this tradition as a historical backdrop to the paths and Fäbod environments around Linghed.

The Right Accommodation for Your Travel Plans

When looking for a holiday apartment in Linghed, it is worth first deciding on your main focus. A trip involving the canoe route, fishing waters and rest areas raises different questions than a stay involving hiking, horse riding or snowmobile trails. Therefore, consider which activities you would like to combine and how much room you want to leave for spontaneous experiences in the landscape.

Discover More Places

Other places at the same navigation level: Bjursås, Svärdsjö, Falun, Sundborn, Sågmyra and Enviken.

To the overview of the surrounding travel area: Falun.