Enjoyable citylife

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There are many Swedish cities that wish to be called ”a real summer city”. However, not many live up to the name. Karlstad is an exception, even though the city is just as beautiful in spring, autumn and winter.

Text: Pål Johansson

What is the most attractive things about Karlstad, or the Sunny City as it is called in Sweden? The first thing you get struck by is the beautiful location, which is the best imaginable for all of us who love the proximity to water. Here, the mighty Klarälven river unites with the inland ocean Vänern in a delta area filled with bays and meandering river arms. Places that can be experienced by foot or by bike on a number of nice walking paths, with your own boat, by kayak or on board the boat buses that travel the area during the summer.

IN ADDITION TO the beautiful environments, the capitol of Värmland also tempts with a vivid entertainment and cultural life. Facilities such as Nöjesfabriken, Wermland Opera, Lars Lerins Sandgrund, Värmlands Museum and Brigad Museum gather people from both near and far with their spectacular concerts, performances and exhibitions. The city also got a thriving café and restaurant scene, with culinary experiences for most tastes.

IT IS HARD to ignore the fact that Karlstad is one of Sweden’s foremost sports cities. Every year, well-attended events are arranged here, such as special stages in Rally Sweden, horse races at Färjestads Travbana, the athletics competition Karlstad GP and SHL matches with Färjestads BK at Löfbergs Arena.

REGARDLESS OF THE season, many people visit Karlstad for a shopping weekend and a little everyday luxury at one of all the centrally located hotels. Let yourself be embraced by the Värmlandish hospitality and enjoy the rich selection in the city where most things are within convenient walking or cycling distance.