Are Travel Guide

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Race down the slopes of the various ski resorts in winter and swim in one of the lakes in summer in this tranquil and scenic terrain.

One of Scandinavia’s preeminent ski resorts, Åre is a winter wonderland filled with ski lifts and snowy slopes. In summer, its white coat gives way to green parks, meadows and woodland areas. Explore the quaint town center for a range of historic attractions overlooking Åresjön Lake.

Prime among the resort’s rustic highlights is the 12th-century Åre Old Church, with its impressive Romanesque design and spectacular woodland backdrop. Attend one of the services that regularly happen in this active place of worship. On a sunny summer day, bring supplies for a picnic on Åre Beach, whose pier extends over the lake’s water.

Sit on a bench in the central square and explore some of the shops and restaurants branching off from it. If you’re feeling adventurous, join fun activities with Camp Åre, which organizes ziplining, snowmobiling and water sports on the lake.

Ride the Kabinbanan chair lift up to the ski area and appreciate the stunning views of the surrounding lake and mountains as you rise. Use the Åre Ski Resort’s many lifts and 57 miles (91 kilometers) of slopes of varying difficulty.

Let kids participate in the activities and beginner slopes of the Åre Bjornen Children’s Ski Area. Introduce them to Valle the Snowman and have fun in the music studio and workshop near Valles Torg square. Ski season runs from mid November until early May.

In summer, stay at a lodging near impressive Helgesjön Lake, a little to the southeast. Bring your kids swimming and admire the snow-capped mountains forming a scenic background.

The resort lies in the Åre Valley in Jämtland County, toward the northwestern area of Sweden. Drive or take a train west from Östersund to get here in a little more than 1 hour. You can arrive from several European destinations by airplane to Åre Östersund Airport.

With its children’s area and myriad activities, Åre is a ski resort with appeal for the entire family.

Holiday Club Åre
Holiday Club Åre
3.5 out of 5
Arestrand, Are, Jamtland
The price is AU$208 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Are. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"This is a great ski and adventure hotel. It’s clean, big rooms, quiet despite its its size and gorgeous setting next to åre lake. Even the basic rooms are bigger than your average hotel in rest of Europe. I have been coming to this hotel with my 2 daughters ( now 13 and 15) for skiing and it is always ..."

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2025

Holiday Club Åre
Åre Torg Hotell
Åre Torg Hotell
3 out of 5
Kabinbanevägen 22, Are, Jämtlands län
The price is AU$242 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$242
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Are. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Are Ski ...
7.6/10 Good! (330 reviews)
great service! wish there were more windows
"I had a very pleasant stay. Laura at reception went above and beyond and was very helpful as most everything around town is in Swedish. The hotel itself is fine, a bit dark as none of the rooms or common areas have windows. comfortable enough. You do have to walk rather far to get to the bathrooms. ..."

Reviewed on 2 May 2022

Åre Torg Hotell
Hotell Fjällgården Åre
Hotell Fjällgården Åre
3.5 out of 5
Fjällgårdsvägen 35, Are
The price is AU$321 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$321
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star ski hotel in Are. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Hummelliften and Tottliften are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (704 reviews)
"Very easy with the funicular just outside. And the party stops at 5pm on the dot! Very quiet after that.."

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

Hotell Fjällgården Åre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Åre Travel- Åre Fjällbyn
Åre Travel- Åre Fjällbyn
2.5 out of 5
24 Fjällbyvägen, Are, Jämtlands län
Stay at this apartment in Are. Enjoy free WiFi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Are Ski Resort and Are Bjornen Children's Ski Area are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Toppenläge! Utmärkt service att det fanns tvål, diskmedel, maskindisktabletter, disktrasa, diskborste och toapapper i lägenheten. Vi kom tidigt på morgonen och kunde då ställa in våra grejer i en bod på stationen, det underlättade verkligen första dagen."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2024

Åre Travel- Åre Fjällbyn
Holiday Club Åre Apartments
Holiday Club Åre Apartments
3.5 out of 5
Åre Strand, Are
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Are. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Are Old Church and Are Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"The location was superb. The hotel reception staff was very friendly and cooperative. Apartment has everything you need. The only thing which could be improved is the overall cleanliness."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2024

Holiday Club Åre Apartments
Åre Travel - Center
Åre Travel - Center
3.5 out of 5
Kabinbanevägen 22 D, Are
Stay at this 3.5-star ski apartment in Are. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Åre Bergbana and Are Ski Resort are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (104 reviews)
"Was very easy to organize from nz."

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2024

Åre Travel - Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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