Area sceneryRoute length: 14km loopEstimated time: 3hLoop routeLillskutan
Lillskutan is a 14 km long hiking route with an ascent of 698 meters. It is operated by Skistar and forms part of the local walking network (lwn).
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Uniqueness
Hotell Fjällgården sits directly on the ski slope above Åre village, where pine-panelled rooms open to sweeping views across Åredalen. Vintage skis lean against sloped ceilings. Hästens beds rest beneath loft staircases. The Åre Bergbana funicular, one of Sweden's first mountain lifts, climbs from Åre Torg to the hotel door in seven minutes. Inside, warm Nordic textiles and rotating art exhibitions line the corridors.Originally called Fjällstugan, the hotel was inaugurated on March 7, 1910, by Prince Carl of Sweden. It gained international standing when Swiss and American teams stayed here during the 1953-54 Ski World Championships. Over a century later, Fjällgården holds the same rare position, embedded in the mountain yet rooted in village life.
activities at hotell fjällgården
Hotell Fjällgården sits within the ski system, with Fjällgårdsexpressen lift at the door. Åre Sportshop runs a winter ski rental inside the hotel. Åre Ski Academy leads backcountry tours into Edsåsdalen, Trillevallen, and Renfjället. Spring brings Vårvintern, warm sun and deep snow through May.Summer turns Åreskutan into trail country. Åre Bike Park sends riders down rocky descents above the valley. Åre Bergbana departs from the hotel every twenty minutes all summer.Guided reindeer encounters begin in southern Årefjällen. Icelandic horse rides pass old copper mines above Kallsjön. Dog sledding climbs Årefjällen toward mountain cabins. Snowmobile routes reach Bergsstugan or Vita Renen for waffles and hot chocolate.
Ski-In Ski-Out
Backcountry Skiing
Mountain Biking
Dog Sledding
Reindeer Encounters
Zipline
Horseback Riding
Snowmobile Tours
Åre Bike Park
Activities Nearby
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Area sceneryRoute length: 14km loopEstimated time: 3hLoop route
Route length: 19.2km loopEstimated time: 4.5hLoop routeMullfjället runt
Mullfjället runt is a 19.2 km roundtrip hiking route marked with an orange-white-orange bar, part of the local walking network. Additional details can be found on aretrails.com.
Route length: 13.5km loopEstimated time: 3hLoop routeTegefjället runt
Tegefjället runt is a 13.5 km roundtrip hiking route in the local walking network (lwn). Detailed information about this trail is available on the Are Trails website.
Route length: 4.2km loopEstimated time: 56minLoop routeVällistetoppen
Vällistetoppen is a 4.2 km roundtrip hiking route within a local walking network. The route is represented with an orange-white-orange upper color and is documented online.
Route length: 11.9km routeEstimated time: 2.5hVälliste runt
Välliste runt is an 11.9 km hiking route marked with an orange-white-orange bar and belongs to the local walking network. Detailed information is available on the website fjallupplevelser.com.
Route length: 5.7km loopEstimated time: 1.5hLoop routeTännforsen
Tännforsen is a nature reserve operated by Länsstyrelsen i Jämtlands län, established in 2019. It carries the highest protection status under environmental law, ensuring the conservation of its natural environment.
Route length: 9.7km loopEstimated time: 2hLoop routeNyvallen Rännberg
Nyvallen Rännberg is a nature reserve covering an area of approximately 3.02 square kilometers. The site is protected and prohibiting snowmobile use ensures a tranquil environment for outdoor activities.
Route length: 1.2km linearEstimated time: 5minDifficulty: HardLinear routeFlinbanan
Flinbanan is a one-way designated bicycle path with no access for foot or horse traffic. It has an MTB scale 2 difficulty rating, suitable for experienced mountain bikers.
Route length: 1.1km linearEstimated time: 5minLinear routeVästra Stjärnvägen
Västra Stjärnvägen is a designated one-way downhill bicycle path with a moderate difficulty of 2 on the IMBA mountain bike scale. It is explicitly not permitted for foot traffic and includes a downhill incline.
Route length: 1.2km linearEstimated time: 5minDifficulty: MediumLinear routeJörgens Crosscountry Mountain Bike Trail
Jörgens is a 0.5 meter wide dirt path with very horrible smoothness, allowing foot and bicycle traffic with a one-way direction for bicycles. It is classified as a crosscountry mountain bike trail with an IMBA scale of 2.
Gastronomy
Restaurangen sits mid-slope at Hotell Fjällgården, overlooking Åre village and the valley below. The kitchen works with Nordic mountain ingredients, salmon dressed in herb oil and roe, seared meats paired with braised cabbage and Brussels sprouts, and desserts built around wild lingonberries. Saffron-enriched broths and cream foams reflect a cooking style that honors Swedish mountain tradition with careful plating. The restaurant opens seasonally from late June through early August, serving fika, lunch, and multi-course dinners. Morning begins with a breakfast buffet. Evening packages like the Vardagslyx bundle meals with accommodation, grounding each stay in the rhythms of Åre's short, vivid summer.
Mountain Dining
Seasonal Summer Restaurant
Nordic Ingredients
Slope-Side Views
Swedish Fika
Wellness
Dry heat fills Fjällgården's large communal dry sauna, built into the relaxation area at mountain height above Åredalen. Step outside and sink into one of two outdoor hot tubs. Steam rises from the water's surface as the valley stretches below, forest, river, and open sky. In summer, the outdoor pool opens with the same sweeping panorama over Åre. Skin still warm, guests settle into the lounge where copper light and wooden armchairs invite stillness. Maria from Hårsta Hälsan works on-site during winter and summer seasons, offering Swedish classic massage and soothing facial treatments with fragrant balm and warm towels. Relax area access comes included with every room.
Dry Sauna
Outdoor Hot Tubs
Summer Outdoor Pool
Åredalen Valley Views
Swedish Classic Massage
Hårsta Hälsan Treatments
Mountain Relaxation Lounge
Sustainability at Hotell Fjällgården
Hotell Fjällgården sits high on the slopes of Åre, where the Swedish mountain landscape shapes every operational decision. The hotel treats its Jämtland surroundings not as a backdrop but as a responsibility, building practices and daily choices reflect a commitment to keeping these mountains intact for generations.Guest rooms stock Björk Haircare products, a Swedish brand with vegan and cruelty-free formulas made from Nordic botanicals like birch extract and sugar beet. Fjällgården sources food from local Jämtland producers to reduce transport distances. Single-use plastics give way to refillable dispensers throughout the property.
Björk Haircare Products
Swedish Vegan Amenities
Local Jämtland Sourcing
Nordic Botanicals
Refillable Dispensers
Rooms
fj-llg-rden-hotel offers 7 accommodation types.
Deluxe Double Room
A comfortable, upgraded double room designed for guests who want a quieter, more polished stay than the standard categories. It is larger than the entry-level room types and is suited to couples or solo travelers who value extra space and…
Deluxe Double Room Lake View
This is one of the hotel’s more spacious premium double rooms, distinguished by its lake view and larger footprint. It is aimed at guests who want both comfort and scenery, making it especially appealing for leisure stays. Property listings describe…
Standard Double Room
This is the hotel’s compact entry-level double room, best suited to short stays or guests who plan to spend most of their time outdoors. Despite its smaller size, it still provides the core essentials expected at the property, including free…
Standard Double or Twin Room
A flexible base category that can accommodate either two separate beds or a double-style arrangement depending on the booking configuration. It is the most compact option among the main room types and is designed for straightforward, functional overnight stays. The…
Suite
The suite is a more spacious accommodation category with a separate living area, making it better suited to guests seeking extra comfort or a longer stay. Booking data shows the suite includes a king bed and a sofa bed in…
Mini Suite in Etage
This split-level mini suite offers a more distinctive layout than the hotel’s standard rooms, giving it a stronger sense of separation and space. It is a good match for guests who want a room with a little more character and…
Quad Room
This is the hotel’s family-oriented four-person option, built for travelers who need more sleeping capacity than the standard double rooms. Booking listings show configurations with multiple beds and, in some cases, a sofa bed, which makes it a practical choice…
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