June in Åre
Niclas Vestefjell
June is the month with the longest and lightest days of the year and nature is bright with the green hues of early summer. Long evenings means many extra hours to spend biking, hiking and enjoying magnificent views. So how to spend those days? We have a few tips for you!
A reminder: In June, the ground is still wet from the winter’s downpour. Seek drier terrain to help protect our trails and mountains from excessive wear and tear. Also, nature is full of new life and curious and unsuspecting little ones, so keep your dog on a lead (always), avoid bushy areas and avoid getting close to baby animals, as well as their parents. Thanks for your help!
Season Opening June 6th
This day is not only Sweden’s National Day. It also marks the season opening of Åre Bike Park Downhill, which means events and happenings all round. This is a highlight for experienced cyclists and curious beginners with a touch of National Day celebrations but, of course, you don’t have to be on two wheels to take the lift and get a ride up to higher grounds. If you plan on renting a bike, please place your booking well beforehand as pressure is high this day. What you need to know about Åre Bike Park Opening:
Fall in Love with Hiking
Long and winding trails with a view are easy to find in and around Åre, but so too are easier alternatives for getting out and experiencing nature, which is clad in the pure green hues of early summer. Reach higher altitudes and explore the surroundings from 1420 metres above sea level by taking the lift to Åreskutan’s peak. And if you lack any equipment to make today’s and future hiking tours comfortable, stop by one (or more) of our outdoors companies whose competent staff is ready to help you cover your needs.
- Find your best hiking trail
- Read more about hiking and find an outdoor company
- Read up on how to act and behave in Swedish nature
Eat Outdoors
Food consumed under a bare sky tastes better, especially by an open fire but likewise by a portable stove or straight from your backpack. June is a great time to try cooking outdoors, especially at the beginning of the month as many restaurants have more modest opening hours then. Take an outing where food is the goal and make use of the fire pits by Åre beach promenade or in Björnen, for example. If you prefer to eat at a café or restaurant in a mountain setting, you can find some tips here.
High Altitude Adventures
Challenge yourself and others and feel the adrenaline rush in SkiStars climbing park in Björnen where you will find ten courses of varying difficulty. This is perfect for the family, a group of friends or a hen and stag party! Prepare for problem solving at high altitude (the highest point is 12 meters above ground level) and rush between the trees on the zipline course. You need to be at least 7 years old and 120 centimeters tall, and for younger adventurers there is a smaller park in central Björnen.
Read more and book via SkiStar’s website or app.
Experience Åre from Above
You hear the sound and see them in the sky all year round: Paragliders launching from Åreskutan and floating around the village. It’s surely an unbeatable feeling to fly freely and watch the world below. It’s not really something you do on your own at first, but Skysport Åre offers both tandem flights and introductory courses if you’ve been bitten by the paragliding bug. Visit Skysport Åre here.
Hang Out
Åre square, the marina, the beach, the skate park, Ullån, Tegeforsen, Åre park… you’ll find all these places within walking distance of Åre village and they’re perfect for just hanging out and doing whatever that might entail. Pack your bag with good food, drinks, a book, a blanket, maybe an outdoor game, or whatever suits you best. If you want to be sure to find coffee, ice cream and sweet drinks nearby, there’s a list of tips on where to find them here.
Celebrate Midsummer
Midsummer’s Eve is a rather quiet affair, so do your own thing. Hike, bike, stroll, swim, paddle or whatever you like. Spend time on the mountain or by a stream or in the forest with a backpack filled of good food and drinks for a nice picnic. Spend time with friends and family and go on an excursion and make the most of Midsummer’s day as we celebrate the longest day of the year. Also, don’t miss the chance to experience a traditional Swedish Midsummer’s celebration at, for example, Fröå Gruva.
Celebrate the Longest Day of the Year
The summer solstice falls on Midsummer Day, June 21st, which means it’s the longest day of the year and this calls for its own celebration! The lifts start at 10am and continue to take people up and down the mountain until 9pm so we can enjoy cycling, hiking, running and world-class 360° views from the top of Åreskutan. It’s the perfect opportunity to maximize everything on offer and when you’re back in the village, good food, drinks and a Midsummer party await.
What to do on the longest day of the year
Run!
Run up, down, traverse, go on your own or participate in a race, of which there are plenty to choose from in June. Why not gather colleagues, friends and family and participate in the St Olavs relay from Trondheim to Östersund? Anyone, from young to old, from elite to beginner, can take part, thanks to the relay format. Or try Fjällmaraton Gastronomi (Gastronomy) at the end of June where you can enjoy local food produce served at the stations along the classical Fjällmaraton trails.
Find out more about running events in June
Celebrate Diversity
There are, as you can see, plenty of things to celebrate in June and diversity is another thing that can be on your priority list of things to honor. There are many ways of being an outdoor person and that should be heard, seen and felt. Outdoor Pride is all about diversity and on June 28th, this is marked with a parade where anyone who values human rights and equality can participate. It starts from Åre torg which will be painted in the colors of the rainbow, music, exhibitors and activities.
Eateries in June
During the first part of June, the restaurants’ opening hours are still rather modest. But there are alternatives for those seeking food, drinks and Swedish fika in, near and all around Åre. Please note that you might need to place a booking and it’s also a good idea to double check the opening hours before choosing where to go.
Open at the start of June
Basecamp Åreskutan (open when the cable car runs)
Broken (open daily except Midsummer’s Eve)
Eatery Åre (go to their website for opening hours)
Granens restaurang (open daily except Midsummer’s Eve)
Grädda Årevägen (weekends from May, see Facebook for opening hours)
Husk Bistro (open from June 12th)
Italienaren (go to their website for opening hours)
Köjagården, Edsåsdalen (go to their website for opening hours)
Lounge (go to their website for opening hours)
Max hamburgerrestaurang (open daily)
Mrs Maggie (go to their website for opening hours)
Niesti, Copperhill (limited opening hours in June, daily from June 26th)
O’Learys (daily, go to their website for opening hours)
Sibylla (go to Google for opening hours)
Vinbaren (Tuesday-Saturday, daily from July 1st)
Vålådalens fjällstation (from 13 June)
Årelagat (go to their website for opening hours)
Åre Bageri (go to their website for opening hours)
Åre Chokladfabrik (go to their website for opening hours)
Åre Crêperi (open daily except Midsummer’s Eve)
We’re opening later
Bergstugan in Fröå (open from Midsummer)
Buustamons fjällgård (varying opening hours, go to website for details)
Carins krog (27 June – 17 August)
Crowded House (28 July to 10 August)
Fjällgården (27 June to 9 August)
Grädda Parkvägen (opens in July) NEW!
Lillåstugan (27 June – September)
Liten krog (25 June – 2 November)
Mister French (plans to open on July 2)
Skier’s Hütte (booking only)
Toppstugan (Daily from 19 June)
Trillevallens högfjällshotell (varying opening hours, see website)
Werséns (go to their website for opening hours)
Åregården (daily from 27 June to 23 August)
Åre Fjällsätra (25 June – 9 August)
Åre Kafferosteri (opens for Midsummer, at the latest)
Åre Sportcenter Duved (go to their website for opening hours)
Åre Strand glass & våffla (go to their website for opening hours)
Åre Ölkafé (opens for Midsummer, at the latest)
Activities and Events
Bigger events and smaller, activities for young and old, big and small. Åre is full of happenings for anyone who wish to experience anything from yoga clinics and fishing courses to marathons. On Events in Åre you’ll find larger events all year round and in our Event Calendar, you’ll find a mix of big and smaller, day by day.
Last updated 21 May 2025
