Varmland Lan is a region of Sweden covered with rolling hills,
seemingly endless forests and thousands of lakes. The area of Varmland Lan is
often described as the province of nature and culture with the magnificent views
and friendliness of the locals being the main attractions.
Many famous writers and poets were born in Varmland Lan, including poet and
writer Gustaf Froding and poet Erik Gustaf Geijer. Their birth homes are now
open to the public and attract many visitors. Local artists are also very
welcoming to those interesting in looking around their workshops, which provides
the opportunity to take some interesting souvenirs home. It is the land where
culture was always important and many famous writers were born here, some of
their homes are now open for public. But it is not only that, many local artists
and craft makers will welcome anyone interested into their studios, workshops
and homes, with an opportunity to take home a very special souvenirs. There are
plenty opportunities for active holidays as well including, hiking, cycling,
paddling through the land of the glittering waters, or why not something
completely different - a rail trolley down a disused railway track or a raft
down the river Klar.
All the inhabitants of Varmland would like to welcome you to our province. We
often describe Varmland as the province of nature and culture. It is also a
province of wilderness with unspoiled forests, distant blue mountains and
shimmering wild waters for fishing and canoeing. And through it all runs the
river Klaralven, The largest river in Sweden. The people of Varmland are known
for being friendly and helpful. Hospitality and obliging manners are also
typical characteristics for a person from Varmland.
It's an ideal area for walking, swimming, camping or fishing. If you visit us
during the winter you can skate on the lakes or ski on the slopes and through
the forests. The local culture has deep roots, starting from the pilgrimages of
the Middle Ages via the 20th century authors to today's theatre, music, art and
design.