Inlandsbanan travel brochure 2017 eng

Travel Brochure 2017

In the midst of adventure

1,300 kilometres of experiences

Inlandsbanan is not like other trains. Of course, we too have rail tracks, accessibility and wifi, but we also have helpful train hosts, proper coffee and space for your bikes. Where other trains stop at stations in the middle of town, Inlandsbanan drops you off in the midst of adventure.

Along the 1,300-kilometre railway you get to experience cul-

You can buy one-way tickets for individual sections of the

ture and history at close quarters, from the largest freshwater archipelago in Europe, in Kristinehamn in the south, to the Lapland wilderness in Gällivare in the north. You travel through numerous national parks and Sapmí, the land of the Sami. For travellers interested in food and culinary delights, there are fantastic artisan foods to be explored, with flavours straight from nature, and locally produced products to stir all the senses.

The magnificent natural landscape of inland Sweden offers endless possibilities both for travellers looking for an active holiday focusing on outdoor activities and those who want to take it easy and enjoy the peace and quiet.

route, get a two-week rail pass, or opt for a package holiday that includes train travel, accommodation and some activities. The train stops for lunch and dinner at nearby restaurants and also makes other brief stops, for instance at the Inlandsbanan Museum in Moskosel and at the Arctic Circle.

On board the train there are train hosts who can tell you about the history of the railway and the areas we travel through. They answer your questions, sell coffee and take your lunch and dinner orders.

There is wifi on board the train and sockets for charging your mobile and tablet.

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Gällivare

Jokkmokk

Arjeplog

Sorsele

Arvidsjaur

Storuman Vilhelmina Dorotea Strömsund Östersund Svenstavik Sveg

Follow us to make sure you don’t miss out on what is happening in the great outdoors!

See www.inlandsbanan.se for more information, travel inspiration and tips on what to do on your trip!

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Fågelsjö Orsa Mora Vansbro Hällefors & Grythyttan Kristinehamn

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PACKAGE TOURS

All packed and ready to go For our package tours we have selected some special gems, which means that you can just relax and enjoy the journey. Travel, accommodation and selected activities are included. However, the programme also gives you and your travel companions plenty of scope to do other things that interest you.

Book your dream holiday with us!

Detailed programme, dates and prices at inlandsbanan.se Call +46 (0)771 53 53 53 Bookings and info: book@inlandsbanan.se

Inlandsbanan and Hurtigruten Combine the Swedish wilderness in inland Sweden with Hurtigruten – one of the world’s most beautiful sea voyages along the Norwegian coast. This trip, which combines historic and unique travel routes in two countries, lets you enjoy both sea breeze and mountain air.

The journey starts in Mora, in the heart of Dalarna. From Mora you head north, through the World Heritage Laponia, towards the Land of the Midnight Sun. A guided tour of Gällivare, the little town inside the Arctic Circle, is included, giving you an insight into the history of the mining town and the beautiful scenery in the area. The journey continues along Malmbanan and then along winding roads to Harstad, the gate to Lofoten. The following morning you embark on Hurtigruten for the southbound journey to Trondheim. Steep mountains, deep fjords and picturesque fishing villages line the route.

Explore Trondheim before taking the train back to Sweden.

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The package combines the historic and unique travel routes of two countries and lets you enjoy both sea breeze and mountain air, all in one trip.

Leaves from: Mora Price from: SEK 16,990

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PACKAGE TOURS

Taste of Lapland Explore inland Sweden and Sami culture with all your senses. Meet committed, inspiring people with a passion for culinary experiences, culture and a huge respect for nature. Östersund is a city for food, with a thriving entrepreneurial spirit and keen interest in creative tastes. New for this year is a guided tour of the city’s restaurant district, during which you eat five courses at five different venues.

Further north you visit a Sami centre, where you get a taste of Sami food culture as you are served a Sami meal around the open fire in the tepee while listening to stories about the life of the Sami.

During the rest of the journey you will enjoy further cultural experiences in beautiful Lapland, as well as a taste performance involving food, stories and song in Jokkmokk.

FACT: Encounter prehistoric culture and mysticism in Sami culture and open all your senses to new experiences.

Leaves from: Östersund Price from: SEK 11,900

Discover Inlandsbanan Your journey takes you from the cosy small town of Kristinehamn to the magnificent wilderness, salmon rivers and towering mountains of Lapland, to Gällivare, Inlandsbanan’s northernmost destination.

During the trip, you see the freshwater archipelago in Värmland, have a chance to admire Anders Zorn’s paintings in Dalarna and travel through time and space at Jamtli in Östersund. Further north you experience Sami culture and the unspoilt nature of the World Heritage Laponia.

In Gällivare there is much to see and do. Visit one of the mines or climb Dundret, the mountain in the middle of town, to enjoy the spectacular view from the top.

This trip offers you the comfort of pre-booked accommodation and some activities, but with a lot of scope for you to do and see even more – or to take it easy and plan your days as you wish.

FACT: If you are curious about what inland Sweden has to offer and want to explore Inlandsbanan more closely, this is the package for you.

Leaves from: Kristinehamn or Mora Price from: SEK 9,990

Bushcraft with Inlandsbanan More and more people are looking to nature for relaxation and adventure as an antidote to the stresses and predictability of everyday life. On this trip you learn bushcraft skills and relax through outdoor activities.

Together with Wilderness Life in Auktsjaur, outside Arvidsjaur, we offer an unforgettable trip to the forests of Lapland, where you can enjoy a break from everyday life and also learn useful outdoor skills. The adventure starts as soon as you step on board the train in Östersund, where a wilderness guide will join the tour.

The programme is tailored to the participants’ experience.

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FACT: The real adventure is experiencing the forest and nature, while also learning about survival, fishing, navigation and receiving many hints and tips.

Leaves from: Östersund Price: SEK 8,990

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Trains, trains and more trains If you are fascinated by trains and the Nordic landscape, this is the trip for you. You will travel on five different railways and see towns, villages, mountains, fjords and national parks in both Sweden and Norway.

Starting in Mora, where the Vasaloppet ski race takes place, you will travel to the Jämtland county town of Östersund, which is in a beautiful location by Lake Storsjön. From here you travel via Åre and Storlien in the mountains to Trondheim in Norway, the home of the imposing Nidaros Cathedral.

The Nordlandsbanan railway between Trondheim and Bodö has been voted one of the most beautiful train journeys in Europe, taking you past the magnificent lakes and mountains in Norway. The journey then carries on by bus across mountain passes and through tunnels between Bodö and Narvik. The return journey from Norway takes you southward, across the national border through the magnificent Abisko National Park and beautiful Lapporten valley to Gällivare, where you board Inlandsbanan for the journey back south.

FACT: Travel on one of the most beautiful train routes in Europe, passing through the enchanting landscape of two countries.

Leaves from: Mora Price from: SEK 13,500

Fly fishing for women Many people dream about learning the basics of fly fishing in order to be able to spend time outdoors and enjoy fishing and nature. Take this opportunity to learn fly fishing in waters renowned for great fishing.

On this trip you will learn the basics of fly fishing with a knowledgeable and experienced fishing guide. On the train from Östersund, the group will get to know one another, try out the basics of fly tying and take a closer look at the equipment that is needed.

The four-day package includes accommodation at a camp in the forest and food is prepared and eaten by a camp fire.

The destination is Sorsele in Västerbotten county and fishing takes places in the surrounding area. Accommodation is in basic cottages in a scenic location by a lake with access to a wood-fired sauna.

FACT: For women who are keen to try fly fishing and like spending time in nature and meeting like-minded people.

Leaves from: Östersund Price: for price see the website

North to South Inlandsbanan takes you to a unique cultural environment, stopping at many fascinating places along the way. During this five-night package tour you visit Gällivare, Jokkmokk, Vilhelmina and Östersund. The package gives you plenty of scope to plan your days yourself.

The journey starts in the northern mining town of Gällivare. Whether you are looking for adventure or peace and quiet, you can be sure of finding what you are looking for.

In Jokkmokk you can go shopping for lovely arts and crafts, eat carefully prepared food with local associations, and visit the beautiful Alpine Garden. In Vilhelmina, the walks along the shore of Lake Volgsjön and around Lake Baksjötjärn are very popular.

Do visit Kyrkstaden (Church town) and Vilhelmina museum. Östersund is the city on the shore of Lake Storsjön. Visit the open air museum Jamtli, hire a bike or visit some of the city’s many al fresco restaurants for a delicious meal.

FACT: Discover the diverse Swedish landscape and the fascinating towns of inland Sweden, from Gällivare in the north to Mora in the south.

Leaves from: Gällivare Price from: SEK 7,490

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MAKE YOUR OWN WAY

Sweden’s only rail pass Boil coffee over an open fire, go fishing, keep an eye out for moose, cycle along forest paths or camp out in a tent under the midnight sun.

The Inlandsbanan railway is lined with myriad adventures in glorious scenery. The Inlandsbanan Card entitles you to two weeks and 1,300 kilometres of experiences.

Many exciting places and experiences await you in the Swedish interior. There is something here for everyone, and the Inlandsbanan Card lets you choose your own adventures.

Stay in a hotel or hostel or at one of the many excellent campsites right next to the Inlandsbanan railway or close by.

More and more people are looking for active holidays and are keen to try the nature experiences and physical activities that are available along the railway: hiking in a land without roads in Vindelfjällen, catching a trout in the rich fishing waters in Sorsele, riding, or paddling a kayak. There are a wide range of things on offer for cyclists, with many destinations along the railway offering great opportunities for off-road and road cycling.

On our website you can find tips, travel inspiration and links to places and destinations along the railway and the activities they have to offer.

Travel even deeper into the wilderness by mountain bus or bike

FACT: The Inlandsbanan Card entitles you to un– limited travel for two weeks.

Price: SEK 1,995 Seat reservation: To be sure of getting a seat on the train, we recommend reserving a seat for a fee of SEK 50 per section of the route.

Discounts: Two children aged 15 and under travel free when accompanied by an adult, young persons aged 16–25 receive a 25% discount and pensioners receive a discount of 10%.

Inlandsbanan has many stations along the railway and if you want to travel even deeper into the great outdoors, we suggest taking your bike along or travelling by bus into the mountains.

There are spaces for bikes on the train that can be booked in advance if you want to explore the Swedish interior by yourself and want to be sure you can bring your bike.

We collaborate with Länstrafiken in several of the counties along the railway. This enables holders of the Inlandsbanan Card to also use the card on several bus routes in inland Sweden.

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Return address: Destination Inlandsbanan, PO Box 561, 831 27 Östersund, SWEDEN

Timetable 2017 KRISTINEHAMN–MORA

Km

Hållplats/Station

0 0 5 13 25 64 82 89 102 133 136 176 185 198 211 219 229 239 254 275 284 294 306 320 321

Mora Strand 15.00 Mora Station 15.06 Vattnäs X Orsa 15.21 Tallhed X Älvho 16.06 Lillhamra X Tandsjöborg 16.28 Fågelsjö 16.40 Bäckedal X Sveg 17.10 Ytterhogdal 17.44 Överhogdal Hbdg 17.54 Sörtjärn 18.05 Nederhögen X Röjan X Kvarnsjö X Åsarna 19.41 Svenstavik C 19.56 Hackås X Fåker 20.25 Tandsbyn X Brunflo 20.46 Östersund C 21.01 Östersund V ank/arr 21.09

Avg/Dep Stopp

60 min

Hållplats/Station

Avg/Dep Stopp

Östersund V 08.15 Östersund C 08.25 Brunflo 08.42 Tandsbyn X Fåker 09.03 Hackås X Svenstavik C 09.31 Åsarna 09.46 Kvarnsjö X Röjan X Nederhögen X Sörtjärn 10.23 Överhogdal Hbdg 10.33 Ytterhogdal 10.43 Sveg 11.16 Bäckedal X Fågelsjö 12.15 Tandsjöborg 12.27 Lillhamra X Älvho 12.49 Tallhed X Orsa 13.34 Vattnäs X Mora Station 13.49 Mora Strand ank/arr 13.56

Dagligen/Daily 3/7–12/8 2017 Trafikeras av/Operated by Tågab

Hållplats/Station Avg/Dep Sön/Sun 07.45 10.33 10.45 10.55 11.05 11.23 11.30 11.56 12.09 12.21 13.00 13.33 13.50 14.14

07.45 10.36 10.49 11.00 11.10 11.27 11.34 12.02 12.15 12.28 13.00 13.33 13.50 14.14

ÖSTERSUND–GÄLLIVARE Dagligen/Daily 12/6–19/8 2017

Dagligen/Daily 12/6–20/8 2017

0 1 15 27 37 46 67 82 92 102 110 123 136 145 185 188 219 232 239 257 296 308 316 321 321

Km

Från/from Göteborg 0 Kristinehamn 16 Nässundet 28 Storfors 40 Nykroppa 65 Grythyttan 73 Hällefors 111 Ställdalen 131 Grängesberg 146 Ludvika 192 Borlänge C 235 Leksand 256 Rättvik 297 Mora Station

ÖSTERSUND–MORA

Km

MORA–KRISTINEHAMN

Dagligen/Daily 3/7–12/8 2017 Trafikeras av/Operated by Tågab

Dagligen/Daily 12/6–20/8 2017

30 min

Km

Hållplats/Station

0 1 2 28 38 62 80 98 115 135 165 167 187 188 220 222 244 247 271 312 349 361 384 404 420 440 448 473 521 545 583 639 645 653 693 746

Östersund C 07.15 Östersund V 07.21 Jamtli 07.25 Lit 07.50 Häggenås X Munkflohögen X Jämtlands Sikås 08.32 Hallviken X Ulriksfors 09.02 Lövberga X Hoting Camping X Hoting 09.46 Dorotea Camping X Dorotea 10.07 Meselefors Camping X Meselefors 10.37 Vilhelmina 10.57 Vilhelmina Norra 11.52 Vojmån X Storuman 12.52 Sandsjönäs X Blattnicksele X Sorsele 14.09 Buresjön X Slagnäs 14.41 Renviken X Avaviken X Arvidsjaur 15.36 Moskosel 16.18 Varjisträsk X Kåbdalis 17.10 Geografiska Polcirkeln 18.09 Jokkmokk 18.18 Vaikijaur 19.10 Porjus 19.45 Gällivare ank/arr 20.29

Km

Hållplats/Station

Avg/Dep

0 Mora Station 14.49 41 Rättvik 15.14 62 Leksand 15.32 105 Borlänge C 16.20 151 Ludvika 16.50 166 Grängesberg 17.00 186 Ställdalen 17.17 224 Hällefors 17.43 232 Grythyttan 17.49 257 Nykroppa 18.05 269 Storfors 18.16 281 Nässundet 18.25 297 Kristinehamn 18.40 Vidare/towards Göteborg ank/arr 21.40

GÄLLIVARE–ÖSTERSUND Dagligen/Daily 13/6–20/8 2017

Avg/Dep Stopp

50 min 5 min 15 min

10 min

10 min 45 min

BOKNING/BOOKING

TECKENFÖRKLARINGAR/KEY

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X Tåget stannar för på- och avstigningar Train stops for boarding and disembarking

Km

Hållplats/Station

0 53 94 100 107 163 201 225 273 298 306 326 342 362 385 397 434 475 499 502 524 526 558 559 579 581 611 631 648 666 684 708 718 774 745 746

Gällivare 07.50 Porjus 08.34 Vaikijaur X Jokkmokk 09.14 Geografiska Polcirkeln 09.29 Kåbdalis 10.15 Varjisträsk X Moskosel 11.38 Arvidsjaur 12.30 Avaviken X Renviken X Slagnäs 13.15 Buresjön X Sorsele 14.01 Blattnicksele X Sandsjönäs X Storuman 15.01 Vojmån X Vilhelmina Norra 16.50 Vilhelmina 16.56 Meselefors 17.15 Meselefors Camping X Dorotea 17.47 Dorotea Camping X Hoting 18.08 Hoting Camping X Lövberga X Ulriksfors 18.52 Hallviken X Jämtlands Sikås 19.22 Munkflohögen X Häggenås X Lit 20.05 Jamtli X Östersund V 20.44 Östersund C ank/arr 20.47

Mat- eller fikastopp Food or coffee stop

Avg/Dep Stopp

5 min 30 min 10 min

15 min

45 min

Sevärdhet Sight worth seeing

OBSERVERA ATT VI HAR OLIKA TRAFIKPERIODER! NOTE THAT WE OPERATE DIFFERENT TIMETABLES DEPENDING ON DATES.

Production: syre.se | Photo: Håkan Wike, Eva Gunnare, Peter Rosén, Stefan Ågren, Rune Fossum, Jocke Lagercrantz, Hurtigruten | Print: Ågrenshuset 2017

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