Family

Your guide to autumn fun in Skellefteå (and Umeå)

Explore Skellefteå’s top destinations for kids during the November half-term break. Whether your little ones are into science, arts, or…

3 months ago

Bargain half-term Halloween fun for kids

There’s no more classic Halloween image than a glowing jack-o’-lantern perched in a window or on a porch, setting a…

3 months ago

Neighbours, everybody needs good neighbours…

Getting to know your neighbours The Swedish notion of the neighbourhood (grannskap) can appear rather paradoxical at first glance —…

3 months ago

Your guide to having fun this summer

Elle Vanes moved to Skellefteå in 2020 and, by summer 2021, had a long list of places she wanted to…

7 months ago

Have a happy Norrland Easter

Sandra Marklund from Skellefteå Museum immerses us in the cozy, northern Sweden traditions of Påsk - wrap up in a…

9 months ago

What’s going on during Sportlov?

In this guide, Donna Richmond and Vicky Taylor tell us all about Skellefteå activities for the annual Swedish sports vacation,…

10 months ago

Skellefteå Pride celebrates 10 years!

Skellefteå Pride is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary this year, marking a decade since the inaugural pride festival in…

10 months ago

The future is fun – in a sustainable way!

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11 months ago

Stretch those legs! Reviving winter walks

After demolishing two julbords, stuffing yourself with pepparkaka and nearly drowning in glögg, perhaps it’s time to go for a…

12 months ago

Glide into winter: Family-friendly cross country skiing trails

Discover the joy of cross country skiing in Skellefteå with our guide to family-friendly trails. Perfect for skiers of all…

1 year ago