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Ljusdal/Fågelsjö

Welcome to north-western Hälsingland and to the beautiful municipality of Ljusdal with its long trading history, rich culture and its many sites of interest. One of our most popular attractions is Järvsö, with Järvzoo and the Wild Animal Centre, where all five of our beasts of prey can be seen. You should also visit Stenegård, the beautiful and architecturally significant farm with its gardens and many craft artisans. There are several events taking place this summer, including Älvdansen, various musical shows and markets in Skästra and Järvsö. 

Gammelgården in Fågelsjö
DEEP INSIDE ORSA wilderness lies the old farm Fågelsjö Gammelgård ”Bortom Åa”. With its unique environment this is one of the area’s absolute highlights. When the owners built a new house on the farm in 1910, the old farm was left intact with all its fixtures and fittings. It also comprises a weapon smithy with all tools and equipment, plus a door with seven locks. Here you can hire bicycles and canoes. The peaceful surroundings invite you on pleasant walks or a swim. At Hamra Wildmarkcenter you can book quad-bikes and guided tours in advance. If you want overnight accommodation, there are small cabins of a basic standard. Courses are also very popular during the summer, see www.fagelsjo.nu. There is a café in Amerikahuset at the farm, with fresh baked bread, coffee and food made to order.

A journey through time in mining and forest history
AT LOOS COBALT MINE you can enjoy an interesting, unique mining environment from the 17th century. If you are interested in the importance of the forests through the ages, you should definitely visit Börningsbergets forestry museum. Here you can see a traditional environment of forestry workers at the turn of the century and the early 20th century. For those who wish to taste outdoor life and the beautiful surrounding countryside, the Hamra national park is a must. These three places lie within a radius of 30 km of Fågelsjö station.

Hälsingegården farm, a cultural experience
CULTURE IN HÄLSINGLAND is mostly based on all the fine Hälsingland farms which can be found in the area, and some can be seen on www.halsingegardar.org. Finnish immigration is also reflected in several areas, such as Orsa Finnmark. Here the old musical traditions can be found and the several ”Hälsingehambon” dance competitions take place during the summer. An enjoyable experience is Prästhelgen in Fågelsjö on 5th July, a tradition arising from the olden days when the priest came to the village once a year by rowing boat over the lake Fågelsjön. Craftsmen’s Day is another traditional activity well worth a visit, where many craftsmen exhibit and sell their products.

 

Not to be missed! See a preserved 18th century mine setting at Loos Kobaltgruva. The mine was mentioned as early as the end of the 17th century when copper was found there. Henrik Kalmeter acquired the rights when he discovered that the ore contained cobalt. The mine also gained some fame in 1751 when a new element – nickel – was discovered.