Åre (alt. 378m/1,240ft; pop. 10,000) is a popular climbing and winter sports center. It has a stone-built church (probably 13th C.) with an image of St Olof. A large cabin cableway runs up to 1,300m/4,265ft, and there are also several chair-lifts and ski-tows as well as a funicular. From the summit of Åreskutan (1,420m/4,659ft), to the north of
the town, there are magnificent views.
Are is considered one of Sweden's top ski resorts with four separate ski areas and villages that are linked by a single lift pass. The skiing is suited to all levels and non-skiers can find lots of activities as well.