Ostersund Attractions
Post code: S-831..
Telephone code: 063
Östersund, the only town of some size in Jämtland, is the economic and cultural center of the province. The town, rising in terraces above the eastern shore of the Storsjö, was founded by Gustavus III in 1786, and still preserves its original rectangular street plan. In the lake, opposite the town, lies the hilly island of Frösö.
Östersund has hosted numerous World Championships in the biathalon and speed skating, and Swedish National Championships for cross country skiing and snocross. The town attracts many visitors who want to enjoy the many winter sports available.
Telephone code: 063
Östersund, the only town of some size in Jämtland, is the economic and cultural center of the province. The town, rising in terraces above the eastern shore of the Storsjö, was founded by Gustavus III in 1786, and still preserves its original rectangular street plan. In the lake, opposite the town, lies the hilly island of Frösö.
Östersund has hosted numerous World Championships in the biathalon and speed skating, and Swedish National Championships for cross country skiing and snocross. The town attracts many visitors who want to enjoy the many winter sports available.
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Storsjö Frösö
This island is home to forest and historic buildings. Some of the oldest structures and sites date to the 11th and 12th C.
Andersö
There is a car ferry from Frösö to the island of Andersö, which - like Skansholmen and Isö - is a nature reserve. There are remains of 17th century fortifications on the island. On the shores of the lake opposite the island can be seen the church of Sunne, with remains of a fortress built by King Sverre in 1178 after defeating the men of Jämtland in a battle on the frozen Storsjö.
Brunflo Church
To the south of Östersund is the 18th century church of Brunflo, with a belfry which was originally a defensive tower.
Jamtli Historyland
Impressive exhibitions present the history of this part of Sweden in an entertaining and interactive way. Explore the world of the Sami and discover life as a trader- farmer.
Hours
January 1 to June 18
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | Closed | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
June 19 to August 23
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
August 24 to December 22
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
Museums
In the north of Östersund is the Jämtland County Museum (by F. B. Wallberg, 1928-30), with a collection of material on the history and culture of the province (tapestry from äverhogdal). To the northwest is an open-air museum, Fornbyn Jämtli, with old wooden houses from Jämtland and Härjedalen.
Town
In Rådhusgatan, Östersund's main street, stands the Town Hall (by F. B. Wallberg, 1912). Diagonally opposite it are the Municipal Museum and the Old Church (1846). The New Church (by L. I. Wahlman, 1940) has fine frescoes by H. Linnqvist in the choir. Parallel with Rådhusgatan to the west is Storgatan, lined by 19th century houses.
