Things to see and do Östersund

The Jamtli Museum is an open-air museum with historic buildings, and an indoor museum with permanent and temporary exhibitions. "Jamtli" literally means "Jämtland hill" in the local dialect. The place is known for its bell tower, whose architecture is very typical of 18th century Sweden. Along a road, you will see it at the edge of a pavement. You will find an archaeological and handicraft collection, works of art and artefacts that will take you deep into the history of the region.

Located above Storsjön Lake, the Moose Garden offers a rather unusual opportunity. This park invites you to rub shoulders with moose without any barriers between you and these majestic, usually wild and elusive animals. Sune Häggmark, the master of the animals, has even become a celebrity in Sweden for having used the excrement of his elk to recycle them into an excellent quality paper. Also a milk and cheese producer! The place also offers the possibility of accommodation with a view of the Swedish mountains.

Frösötornet was originally built in 1888. It stands at the highest point of Frösön, at 468 m above sea level. It is 14.50 m high and has an elevator. At the top you have a wonderful panoramic view of the surrounding landscape with lakes and forests. At the foot of the tower there is a cybercafé where you can have a delicious snack! Perfect place to have a different view of the area, and attractive in winter and summer!

Located on the largest island of Storjsön, Frösö Church is a popular venue for religious weddings. According to ancient myths, the island was dedicated to the fertility god, Frö. Dating from the 12th century, it is topped by a magnificent 18th century wooden bell tower. One of its bells was cast with copper extracted from a mine on the Åre mountain. In Frösö Cemetery, ancestors from different eras are buried up to pre-Christian times.