Celebrate Midsummer, Åre Style

Midsummer in Åre means biking, hiking, and dancing around the maypole. This is when the entire mountain begins to open up for summer, with the Åre Gondola starting daily operations and easy access to the alpine zone. At the same time, traditional Midsummer celebrations fill the valley with music, dancing, flower crowns, and festive gatherings.

If you want to experience Midsummer the true Åre way, the answer is simple: do it all.

High Above the Valley

The Stjärnliften chairlift and the Åre Gondola operate from 10.00–16.00, making it easy to head up into the mountains. Lace up your hiking boots, pack a Midsummer picnic, and find a scenic spot to enjoy the views and the endless daylight.

Mountain biking is open in the lower zone. Information about cycling access in the alpine zone will be updated during Midsummer week.

Holiday Club

Located right by the lake in the heart of Åre, Holiday Club offers a classic family-friendly Midsummer celebration — including the chance to help decorate the maypole.

10.30 Make your own flower crown with kidsLAB
12.00 Paddle to Åre Hembygdsgård for the Midsummer celebration (advance booking required)
13.00 Traditional Midsummer celebration at Åre Hembygdsgård
15.00 Midsummer gathering at the Beach Bar
15.30 Family Games and traditional Midsummer activities by the Beach Bar

If the weather is nice, the Beach Bar stays open into the evening for drinks and lakeside relaxation.

Fröå Mine

Beautifully situated on the eastern side of Åreskutan, Fröå Mine is a historic copper mining site dating back to the 1700s. Surrounded by old buildings, cottages, meadows, and mining remnants, it provides a unique setting for a traditional Midsummer celebration.

One of the most popular traditions is the tractor ride from Björnen.

11.00 Tractor ride with flower-decorated wagons departing from the Björnen parking area
11.00–16.00 Midsummer buffet (advance booking required) and café service at Bergstugan
Around 12.00 Dancing around the maypole with Karin Eriksson and Per Wiklander

Additional activities include:

• Candy rain and drinks for dancing children, sponsored by ICA Björnänge
• Prize raffles sponsored by Åre Chokladfabrik
• Children’s treasure hunt
• Traditional flatbread baking

Årehyddan

Enjoy a traditional Midsummer lunch with mountain views at Årehyddan. Just a 20-minute walk from Åre Square — or a perfect stop during a day at Åre Bike Park — you’ll find classic Swedish Midsummer flavors, including pickled herring, potatoes, and traditional accompaniments, followed by strawberries and ice cream for dessert.

A taste of Swedish summer in the mountains for SEK 179.

Enaforsholms Fjällgård

Midsummer Eve at Enaforsholms Fjällgård combines traditional flavors, mountain scenery, and the relaxed atmosphere of Sweden’s brightest season. Gather around a generous Midsummer buffet featuring local ingredients and seasonal specialties. Advance reservations are recommended.

Make a full day of your visit. Located at the foot of Storsnasen, Enaforsholms Fjällgård is an excellent base for hiking, cycling, paddling, and fishing. It’s the perfect place to combine Midsummer festivities with outdoor adventures in the mountains.

Enaforsholm is about 30 minutes from Åre by car and 20 minutes from Storulvån. If you’re arriving by train, the property is within walking distance of Enafors Station.

Happy Midsummer! 🌼