Granö Beckasin is a nature tourism destination located in Granö, in the forests of Västerbotten Sweden, along the Ume River, about an hour northwest of Umeå.
Here, guests from around the world experience a unique landscape, sustainable architecture, and a hospitality born from the village’s own drive to create hope for the future.
Our business was founded not only to share our Northern Swedish lifestyle and beautiful nature, but also to create jobs, spark development, and promote social sustainability in a village that otherwise risked fading away. Today, we are Granö’s largest employer and a driving force for local collaboration, entrepreneurship, and rural developmen
When forestry jobs declined, Granö faced the same fate as many other rural villages in northern Sweden: outmigration, reduced services, and an uncertain future. The village school was even at risk of closing.
But the villagers and local entrepreneurs made a joint decision: Granö would continue to thrive.
It was from this commitment that Granö Beckasin was born in 2007.
We wanted to create a business that showed the village’s strengths – the forest, the silence, the craftsmanship, and the sense of community – while providing people with meaningful work and pride. Since then, Granö Beckasin has grown from an idea into a destination that attracts visitors from all over the world.
Yet the core principle remains the same: nature first, community at the center.
Granö Beckasin is still owned by a group of good friends from the village, led by Chairman Jan Wejdmark.
Granö Beckasin’s accommodations are designed to let guests live close to nature without compromising on comfort or sustainability.
Bird’s Nests (Tree Hotels)
Our iconic tree hotels – some of the first in Sweden – float among the treetops, offering views over the forest and river. They are built with minimal impact on nature and have become a symbol of Granö Beckasin.
Eco-Hotel Rooms
Environmentally conscious hotel rooms in a calm forest setting, using sustainable materials and a nature-inspired design.
Cabins
Ideal for guests seeking cozy private accommodation with views of the river.
Camping
Granö Beckasin is an STF-affiliated hotel, meaning we meet the Swedish Tourist Association’s high standards for quality, service, and sustainability. As an STF-affiliated accommodation, we provide safe, nature-focused experiences while promoting outdoor life and responsible tourism in Sweden.
Granö Beckasin is a sustainable nature tourism destination in Granö, Västerbotten Sweden, offering accommodations, activities, dining, conference facilities, and nature experiences.
In the village of Granö, between Umeå and Lycksele, along the Ume River in the forests of Västerbotten in the north of Sweden.
Yes. Our Bird’s Nests are tree hotels built among the treetops and are one of our most popular experiences.
Yes. We offer modern conference facilities, accommodations, activities, and complete solutions for groups and companies.
Yes. Ecological, social, and economic sustainability is the foundation of everything we do. The business was founded to create local jobs and collaboration.
Yes. We operate year-round, offering activities for every season.
Through our website or by contacting our booking team directly.
Absolutely. We offer activities, accommodations, and experiences for couples, families, groups, and businesses.
Birds were a major inspiration when the business was founded, especially the common snipe (Gallinago gallinago), a slender wader that thrives along the riverbank just like we do.
Travel by train or air to Umeå. From Umeå rent a car or take a bus (about an hour) to our hotel. If you take the train, you can get off in Vindeln, which is closer to us.
