Hedeviken: Fishing, Nyvallen and Nature along the Ljusnan

Hedeviken combines a riverside landscape, fishing opportunities and the distinctive culture of Nyvallen. The village is located where the Ljusnan River widens into Vikartjärnen. This makes Hedeviken a versatile starting point for a trip that combines nature experiences, excursions and activities that vary by season.

River, lakes and fishing around Hedeviken

The Hedeviken fishing area includes lakes and flowing waters, offering a wide range of fishing opportunities. The Ljusnan, which flows past Hedeviken, is considered a popular fly-fishing area. Lake Rörsjön is also part of the Hedeviken fishing area. Many trails around the village pass good fishing lakes; on beautiful late-winter days, ice fishing is possible there.

For planning a trip with children, one particular rule is especially interesting: in the Hedeviken fishing area, fishing is free for children and young people up to and including the age of 15. This free status is specific information relevant to families planning their trip. The required fishing permits are sold digitally via iFiske and delivered by email, in the app or optionally by SMS. This makes it possible to plan a stay around Hedeviken even when fishing is just one of several holiday priorities.

Nyvallen and the Fäbod culture

A distinctive excursion leads to Nyvallen. The site has been in continuous operation since the beginning of the 18th century. In Nyvallen, guided tours about life at a fäbod are offered. The authentic fäbod culture in the mountain birch landscape also includes free-grazing mountain cattle. Those interested in regional traditions and the connection between farming and the mountain landscape will find an illustrative complement here to the nature experiences by the water.

In summer, the road through Hedeviken to Nyvallen leads to one of the entrances to Sonfjället National Park. The road to Nyvallen is not cleared of snow in winter. For cross-country skiing into the national park, it is therefore recommended to start in Nysätern. You should take this seasonal feature into account when choosing your travel period and planning your accommodation.

Trails and activities by season

There is a well-maintained snowmobile trail network around Hedeviken, connected to the snowmobile trails of Vemdalen and Hede. In summer, Valmen can be reached from Hedeviken via Sörviken and the Valmåvägen; the distance is approximately 17 kilometres. From there, a summer hiking trail leads up the mountain. Depending on the time of year, you can therefore choose between excursions with a regional character, winter trails and a hike.

When planning a trip to Hedeviken, you can choose the focus and timing of your holiday based on the activities available. These include fishing, ice fishing, fäbod culture, summer hiking and winter snowmobile trails.

Getting there and other destinations

The Härjedalingen long-distance bus stops on Road 84 near Hedeviken. When planning your journey and onward travel, you should also consider the seasonal conditions around Nyvallen. Other places for orientation: Hede, Tännäs, Vemdalen, Lofsdalen, Bruksvallarna, Vemhån, Messlingen and Sveg.

For the overview of the wider region: Härjedalen.