by Annika & Mini | Last updated Oct 2, 2026 | Culture & History, Dalarna, Europe, Sweden
In Swedish it’s called Fäbod and we had a hard time finding the English word for it. Think of a farm – an eco-farm with barn animals and lots of things to see and explore. We got to visit Karl-Tövåsens Fäbod and we liked it a lot. This is the oldest...
by Annika & Mini | Last updated Oct 2, 2026 | Dalarna, Europe, Sights & Attractions, Sweden
Orsa Rovdjurspark is a predator park. However, before you start getting all judgmental – this is a different kind of place. We were invited to come here, and we are really glad that we did! This is a special place where they have closed off a piece of nature....
by Annika & Mini | Last updated Sep 28, 2026 | Bucket List, Dalarna, Hotels & Stays, Sweden
Nasets Marcusgard (Näsets Marcusgård) in Swedish is definitely a special place. Not only will you enjoy a relaxed night up in the trees but here you will also make friends with the owners of this place. We got to spend an amazing night in their supermoon and we loved...
by Annika & Mini | Last updated Sep 22, 2026 | Dalarna, Road Trips, Sweden
Road trip along lake Siljan. Kurbitspainted Dala horses and a telephone booth. A cultural visit to Hildasholm and the Zorn Museum. Sweden’s longest jetty followed by a lookout point. Mora knives and the finish line for Vasaloppet. Yes, the list can be made long...
by Annika & Mini | Last updated Oct 2, 2026 | Dalarna, Europe, Sights & Attractions, Sweden
Porfyr and Hagstrommuseet might not sound like the most interesting place. Well, at least that’s what we thought – until we visited the place. Marit Norin guided us, not only through the museum. No, she took us to the Porfyrverket where it all started....
