Discover Fjätervålen: Mountain Nature, Trails and Alpine Pasture Culture

Fjätervålen is known for its striking mountain scenery and hiking trails. The Städjan-Nipfjället Nature Reserve consists of a large mountain massif with the peaks Städjan, Nipfjället and Fjätervålen in the south. Those looking for accommodation for a varied stay can choose between scenic hikes, cycling routes, water along the river and winter cross-country ski trails as different ideas for their trip.

Mountain scenery and trails for active days

A distinctive introduction to the landscape is the 6 km Toppleden hiking trail. It leads to the summit of Fjätervålen at an altitude of 1,002 m and offers views of the Städjan-Nipfjället Nature Reserve. For a longer tour, the 12 km Fjätervålen runt circular trail is available, running mostly through the nature reserve. Both trails give your day planning a different focus: Toppleden leads to a specific summit, while the circular trail opens up the landscape over a longer distance.

The striking Slukåsarna formations on Fjätervåla are also part of the area's character. They are the largest in Dalarna. Those who want to explore Fjätervålen by bicycle will find the 4.5 km Björnstigen cycling trail, which is suitable for experienced cyclists. Another hiking option is Foskdalsvallsleden: it begins at the bottom station of the T-bar lift and ends in Foskdalsvallen.

Alpine pasture hut, waterfall and lake

Foskdalsvallen is a well-preserved Swedish alpine pasture hut with origins dating back to the 17th century. During the summer Fäbodent days in Foskdalsvallen, Jönnbröd, coffee and homemade pastries are served. This adds a local tradition to your trip planning alongside the landscape. Accommodation in Fjätervålen can be particularly appealing if you want to combine nature experiences with an insight into Swedish mountain-farm and alpine pasture culture.

Another destination is the Lilla Fjätfallet waterfall, located 4 km south of Fjätervålen. A suspension bridge over the river leads to a picnic area with barbecue facilities by the waterfall. The Stora Harundsjön swimming lake is 15 km from Fjätervålen in the Städjan-Nipfjället Nature Reserve. When choosing your holiday apartment or holiday home, you can therefore take different types of scenery into account: the mountain massif and hiking trails alongside the waterfall and swimming lake.

Winter activities and important status information

Fjätervålen is considered the highest ski slope in Dalarna. Two specific cross-country ski routes are listed: the Elljusspåret in Fjätervålen is 4.6 km long and has easy, family-friendly terrain; it is listed as closed. The 14 km FJÄLLET RUNT cross-country ski trail leads via Svartfjället to Rybäckskojan and is also listed as closed. Fjätervålen's ski rental facility also has a waxing hut available around the clock.

Rybäckskojan is a small rest hut with a stove that is open to everyone. It is 7 km from Fjätervålen by ski trail; overnight stays in the hut are not permitted. Planning should therefore focus on its specific use as a rest destination, not as accommodation. In summer, four hiking trails with a total length of 31 km open in Fjätervålen on 20 June. You should take the respective information about the trails and their status into account when putting together your trip.

The right base for planning your trip

A holiday apartment or holiday home in Fjätervålen provides a base from which you can structure your days according to your interests: a summit hike, circular trail, cycling tour, alpine pasture culture or an excursion to the waterfall and lake. Which accommodation location makes sense for you depends above all on whether you want to focus on hiking trails, cycling, nature experiences or winter sports. Another destination for your research is Grövelsjön.

For the higher-level travel overview: Älvdalen.