Tandsbyn: Trails, winter tracks and crater history

Tandsbyn combines trails around the village with an unusual geological history. The Lockne Crater was formed 458 million years ago. Its rim lies in the forest outside Tandsbyn; the crater is 7.5 kilometres in diameter. This offers different ways to plan your trip: if you enjoy outdoor activities, you can focus on the trails; if you are interested in geology, the Lockne Crater gives you a specific topic to explore during your stay.

Hiking trails and winter tracks

Hiking trails run around the village, including Kraterstigen. The trails are also frequently used in winter, when the Locknebygdens skoterklubb grooms them. Tandsbyns IF also keeps ski tracks open and grooms them. For a winter stay, it is worth checking the seasonal status of the tracks before you travel.

One ski track maintained by Tandsbyns IF starts at the sports field and leads to Löfsåsen (9 km), Svartsjöarna or Mariebystugan (about 14 km), and Brattåsmasten (about 19 km). Comparing the distances, Löfsåsen is the shortest option and Brattåsmasten the longest; the approximately 14 km to Svartsjöarna or Mariebystugan falls in between. The specific destinations and distances help you estimate the scope of your planned ski tour.

Sporting events throughout the year

The Lockne Classics include Löfsåsrännet in February, TandsbyTrail in May or June, and Locknetrampet in August. The three events span from winter to late summer; the months provide a general guide, but you should check the specific event dates before travelling. Tandsbyns IF has helped organise the Jämtlandsserien MTB since 2018. Its current event arrangements may also change.

Running and cycling routes

A trail run starts and finishes at Tandsbyns IP. A family-friendly cycling event runs around Locknesjön; a shorter option is available. Families can take this shorter option into account as a separate way to plan the length of their cycling activity.

Getting there and finding a holiday apartment

Tandsbyn has bus services on weekdays; schedules may change, so check with Länstrafiken Jämtland before travelling. The Inlandsbanan also serves Tandsbyn. Check current operating days and timetables with the railway operator. If your arrival depends on a particular day, confirm the connection for that day.

If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Tandsbyn, your travel dates are a good place to start. First consider whether the winter tracks, a particular sporting event or arriving on a specific weekday is important to you. If you have a fixed event date in mind, check its current date and arrange suitable transport; if your plans are flexible, the monthly sequence of sporting events can help narrow down your preferred travel period.

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