Sweden 
Infos about the region Värmland
Värmland is located in the west of central Sweden, along the north shore of lake Vänern as well as along the Scandinavian Mountains in the west and the north. It has borders towards Norway in the west, Dalarna in the north, Västermanland and Närke in the east as well as Dalsland and lake Vänern in the south. Värmland is well known for its natural diversity. As there are the mountains in the west and the north, here called "Kölen", in the south we will find a more shallow, but hilly landscape. In gerenal, Värmland is rich in forests, rivers and lakes. The lakes and rivers make Värmland a paradise for fishing and water sports, especially lake Vänern and the river Klarälven. This river is an excellent area for fishing and river rafting in the upper parts, where it is wilder, whereas in the lower river you find excellent conditions for silent and romantic raft tours. The mountains in the north and especially in the west are very popular skiing and winter sport areas among Scandinavians. But not only the fan of nature and sports will find a vast offer to choose from in Värmland. Even those interested in culture will find activities like a lot of museums, archaeological remains like runestones, or a livley nightlife and shopping in cities like Karlstad. You will easily feel that Norway is close to Värmland und this short distance allows spontaneous short trips to Swedens neighbour country. So, if you want to have an active holiday, Värmland ist the perfect area for you. Feel the combination of city and nature, Sweden and Norway!