Discover Gunnarn: Birdlife, Linné Parks and Active Days

Gunnarn combines open fields and meadows, exceptional birdwatching opportunities, gardens dedicated to Linné and various ways to enjoy active holiday days. Anyone looking for accommodation can plan their stay around whether birdlife in spring, a visit to the water, a round of golf or a hike in the surrounding area should be the main focus. Families will also find a range of ideas: the Lapplaya swimming area has swings, while other excursions focus on nature observation or sporting activities.

Birdwatching in spring

In spring, Gunnarn’s open fields and meadows are considered a very good area for birdwatching. Commonly observed species include the lapwing, Eurasian curlew, Eurasian skylark and Eurasian kestrel. This combination makes the area particularly interesting for travellers who want to spend their holiday days not only visiting well-known attractions, but also observing the landscape attentively. Bringing binoculars and allowing sufficient time can be useful when planning your days.

Another natural attraction is Vintertjärn. Red-necked grebes, tufted ducks and common goldeneyes breed there. There are 10 to 15 parking spaces and room for a bus when travelling to Vintertjärn.

Gardens, golf and trails

Linnéträdgården in Gunnarn is a flower park dedicated to Carl von Linné. Together with Linnéparken, it adds a cultural and artistic accent to the natural experiences in the surrounding area. Linnéparken has a barbecue area and tables surrounded by roses. Anyone wishing to plan a break outdoors between excursions will find concrete options here for spending time in the park.

Golf is also part of what the area offers. Gunnarn has a golf course operated by Gunnarns Golfklubb. The course is open and hilly, has 9 holes and is situated in hilly terrain. Its special features include four challenging par-3 holes and five short par-4 holes. This focus may be relevant when choosing your holiday apartment if you are planning a trip that combines nature observation with a sporting activity.

In the immediate surroundings of the destination, Linnéstigen in the southwestern part of Lycksamyran Nature Reserve can be reached from Gunnarn. The trail adds to the options for travellers who enjoy enriching their days with a hike or walk in a nature reserve. For anglers, fishing around Gunnarn is part of the Gunnarbäckens Juktåns nedre fiskevårdsområde fisheries management area.

Lapplaya Swimming Area and Travel Planning

The Lapplaya swimming area in Gunnarn has swings, changing rooms and a toilet. The sauna at Lapplaya swimming area can also be rented. The latest results of the municipality’s water tests for bacteria, as well as checks for possible algal blooms, are provided for the swimming area. You can take this information into account in your personal plans before going for a swim.

Gunnarn is located on the Blå Vägen (E12). Its location along this road can be taken into account when planning your journey, while your choice of accommodation can depend on the preferred focus of your stay. Before searching for a holiday apartment, you can decide whether you mainly want to experience nature, garden culture, outdoor activities or days by the water.

More Places to Include in Your Search

If you would also like to compare other destinations, here are some additional places for orientation: Grannäs, Tärnaby, Hemavan, Åskilje, Slussfors and Storuman.

To the higher-level travel overview: Storuman.