At Granö Beckasin, you can stay comfortably for many days. Have you, for example, seen our weekly package Summer Magic? We take care of you with cozy beds, delicious food, and plenty of nature-based activities. In our little village, you can also find attractions like Husky House and Sjungaregården Kulturcenter. 

But our geographical location, an hour from both Umeå and Lycksele, and just a bit further from Skellefteå, also means that you can find plenty of wonderful excursions. Discover even more of Västerbotten and southern Lapland with Granö Beckasin as your base. Here, we suggest some great day trips focused on nature and culture for those with access to a car during their stay. We’ve also gathered all the tips on a map in Google Maps, making it easy for you to navigate during your trip.

1. Nature and Gourmet in Vindeln

Vindeln is the main town of our municipality, located about 30 minutes to the east. Here, you’ll find Vindelforsarnas Nature Reserve as well as the starting point for the beautiful multi day hiking trail Isälvsleden (you may also ride a bike on this trail). We recommend the lively rapids of the Vindel River (one of only four Swedish rivers without hydropower). Nearby, you’ll also find the popular Wild River (book ahead), Cafe Mjölnaren and art at Konst i Kvarn. You can also cycle to Vindeln on the Tvåälvsleden, a 28 km stretch. This tour is suitable for most people who enjoy beautiful nature experiences.

2. Zoo and Sami Culture in Lycksele

Lycksele is about 45 minutes northwest of Granö. Here, we recommend Lycksele Djurpark, (Lycksele Zoo), which is Sweden’s northernmost zoo, specializing in Nordic animals. Here, you’ll find reindeer, moose, brown bears, wolves, as well as domestic animals and rodents. In Lycksele, there’s also the lovely Skogs- och samemuseet, the Forest and Sami Museum, where you can learn about local traditions, customs, and practices. This excursion is particularly good for families with children.

3. Nature and Culinary Crafts in Tavelsjö

The area around Tavelsjö is located 45 minutes southeast of Granö. Here, you’ll find Stora Orrberget, Tavelsjöberget, and the Vallberget viewpoint tower, which are all beautiful places to visit. The Tavelsjöleden offers hikes, and there are also several attractions related to small-scale food craftsmanship. You can stop by Glassbonden, Sundlingska Farm (which offers stone oven-baked pizza), and Oxvikens Farm (farm shop). Nearby is Mickelbo Farm, a mini zoo, shop, and café.

4. Bridges and Moose around Bjurholm

About an hour’s drive south will take you to the Bjurholm area. Here, you’ll find the Älgens hus, as well as a treat for history and culture enthusiasts:Tallbergsbroarna – three different railway bridges from various eras. For a cozy fika, we recommend Presteles Trägårdscafé, and if you’d like to take back roads towards Granö, Skatboet Skivsjö. If you take the main road past Vännäs, you can also visit Brännlands Iscider and the Slöjdarnas Hus shop.

Granö Beckasins activity map (in Swedish)