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National GeographicSep 14, 2026

The Camino Too Hot? Try a 'Coolcation' on Sweden's Lesser Known UNESCO Trail

Crossing the lakes and woodlands to the border with Norway, the fäbodleden—or fäbod trail—blends nature, great food, and cultural sites. It is the perfect alternative to the Spanish camino, yet ...

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SmidgårdenCaféOffers fäbod-style stays in wooden chalets overlooking Lake Orsa.
Elsewhere
fäbodledenTrailDalarna, SwedenUNESCO trail blending nature, food, and cultural sites.
SollerönSightDalarna, SwedenLargest island on Lake Siljan, a trailhead for the fäbodleden.
GesundaSightDalarna, SwedenMountain with one of Sweden's oldest summer farmsteads.
OrsaSightDalarna, SwedenAlpine wonderland area.
FryksåsSightDalarna, SwedenAlpine wonderland area with surviving mountain pastures.
Södra Flenarnas fäbodSightDalarna, SwedenSurviving mountain pasture in use since Anna Håll's time.

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