AUTUMN WITH ENERGY AND RELAXATION

AUTUMN HIKING
Autumn is a wonderful season to enjoy the great outdoors! Magical colours, fresh, clean air and peaceful silence! In and around Arvika, there are many kilometres of wonderful hiking trails to explore – suitable for experienced hikers as well as families and beginners. To adapt your hike for children, for example, you can take the summit trail on Storkasberget with questions and activities for children, try geocaching or download a nature bingo game online. A well-deserved break with a delicious snack and a barbecue of sausages, marshmallows, and other treats provides energy and turns your outing into an exciting experience close to nature.

Some tips for your autumn hike:

• Glaskogens Nature Reserve – Värmland’s largest nature reserve, with 300 km of beautiful hiking trails for both short and long walks, as well as shelters and picnic areas. The area is a wonderful outdoor destination and a real gem for nature lovers.
• Stömneleden – The Silent Trail – a beautiful 17 km hiking trail taking you from Stömne Nature Reserve to Gängene in Glaskogen Nature Reserve. Stömneleden offers long stretches where you can walk undisturbed and simply take in the surrounding nature. Take your time and relax!
• Finnvägen– this HIKING VÄRMLAND trail is a beautiful wilderness hike between Fredros and Mitandersfors.
• Bergs Klätt naturreservat– a lovely destination for the whole family in autumn. There are picnic areas, hiking trails and a wheelchair-accessible trail.
• Finnleden Östra – a HIKING VÄRMLAND trail offering 19 km of hiking through varied terrain, along forest tracks and paths in the woods north of Mangskogs Church.
• Walking close to town – beautiful nature walks close to the town centre.

GUIDED WILDERNESS EXPERIENCES WITH OUTSIDE ADVENTURE
Together with a professional guide, you can discover the forest trails, listen to nature’s own stories, and learn more about the rich flora and fauna, as well as the area’s cultural history. Hiking becomes an experience for both body and soul – perhaps ending around a crackling fire, where a meal tastes all the better.The tour is tailored entirely to your wishes and adapted to suit everyone in your group – whether large or small, beginner or experienced hiker.  Read more here.

TOWN WALK & SCULPTURE WALK
Discover Arvika at your own pace by following three fascinating walks through central Arvika. At Arvika Tourist Center, you can pick up a leaflet with a tour of the town, and all three walks are available as interactive maps on naturkartan.se. The Town Walk takes you on a lovely stroll through the centre of Arvika and tells you more about the town’s history and architecture. On the Sculpture Walk, you can discover more than 20 sculptures around central Arvika – an exciting art walk where you will encounter works by artists including Christian Eriksson, Liss Eriksson, Hermann Reijers and Liv Due, among many others. The Architecture Walk takes you past some of the town’s most interesting and beautiful buildings and places. For more information about a guided tour for a smaller or larger group, please contact Arvika Tourist Center.

ARVIKA SIMHALL
The swimming centre offers plenty of fun for the whole family: race down the 55-metre water slide, jump from the diving tower, splash and play in the adventurous Pirate Cove, swim lengths in the large pool or relax in the accessible relaxation area with sauna and heated multi-purpose pool. See the website for opening hours.
More information: Arvika Simhall, 0570-818 10

DISCGOLF
Playing disc golf is an active and enjoyable way to make the most of your time in nature, and it is suitable for the whole family. There are three disc golf courses in Arvika.
Read more about disc golf in Arvika.

PUMP TRACK
A world-class pump track can be found in Jössefors, 8 km west of Arvika. Ride it by bike, scooter, inline skates, skateboard or wheelchair. The pump track is 215 metres long and features large berms, a jump section and hidden transfers for advanced cyclists.
More information here.

ARVIKA SPORTS CENTRE
Would you like to try something new? Looking for an activity for the family or a group of friends? At Arvika Sports Centre, you’ll find a variety of courts and facilities for different ball sports, all located in Arvika harbour with views over Kyrkviken. Here you can play POP Tennis, futnet, cornhole, floorball, street basketball, pickleball, table tennis, padel, outdoor curling and badminton. The lounge is a great place to socialise, take a break, enjoy a coffee and cake or have a barbecue. Equipment for the different sports is available to borrow at the centre.
Opening hours: May–October, 07.00–22.00. More information and booking here.

FISHING – FOR EVERYONE
Head out on a fishing trip before winter arrives! There are many beautiful fishing spots in the area, several of which are adapted for people with reduced mobility. At lake Övre Gla in Sigfridstorp, in Glaskogen Nature Reserve, you’ll find an accessible fishing spot suitable for everyone, with several jetties and a lovely barbecue area. Read more about fishing here..

GUIDAD FISKETUR
Would you like to enjoy a fantastic fishing trip on beautiful lakes with a professional guide? Join Martin van Esch on a fishing trip in his Marcraft boat, equipped with complete fishing gear and the latest technology. A half-day or full-day boat fishing trip is the perfect way to discover beautiful fishing waters and different fish species. The fishing trip is tailored to your wishes. Read more here.

FILM NIGHT
Sit back and enjoy a great film as the autumn darkness falls. One of Sweden’s oldest cinemas can be found in central Arvika. At Filmhuset Palladium, you can watch many current films throughout the autumn, with something for every taste! Bio Kontrast screens interesting films every Wednesday and Thursday. See programme here.

INDOOR GOLF
Play and practise golf all year round at Arvika Indoor Golf in central Arvika.There are three TrackMan simulators, and with the latest technology you can play, practise, and compete regardless of the season. An activity for everyone, with plenty of space to socialise in the venue.
Read more and book your time at Arvika Indoor Golf.

BOWLING
Bring the whole family to O’Learys and challenge each other to bowling, shuffleboard, air hockey or billiards.

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RETREAT & RELAX

SUKHA NORDIC RETREATS
Experience peace, relaxation and inspiration during a personal retreat in beautiful natural surroundings. At Sukha Nordic Retreats, immerse yourself in the Ayurvedic way of life and enjoy delicious vegetarian meals, warm oil massages, and relaxing mindful yoga.
Sukha Nordic Retreats

INGESTRAND CAMPING
Alternate a warming sauna session with a refreshing dip in the lake. At Ingestrand Camping, you can hire the relaxation area with sauna for a cosy and warming break during the autumn chill.
Ingestrands Camping, tel 0570-148 40

ARVIKA CANOE CENTRE
Create your own special sauna evening at Arvika Canoe Centre and enjoy a relaxing moment in the wood-fired sauna with fantastic views of the lake. During autumn and winter, several events are offered featuring yoga, dance, mindfulness, retreats and workshops. Follow the links to book the sauna and find out more about upcoming events.
Follow the links for booking the sauna and to know more about upcoming events.

Read more about balancing retreats, yoga and mindfulness in Arvika.

CRAFT, NOSTALGIA & ART

KLÄSSBOLS LINNEVÄVERI
Klässbols Linen Weavery is Scandinavia’s only damask linen weaving mill and one of Värmland’s most visited tourist attractions. The weaving mill is a supplier to the Swedish Royal Court, the Swedish embassies and the Nobel Banquet. Weaving traditions have been kept alive at Klässbols Linen Weavery since the early 1920s, making it a place where tradition meets modern design.
Follow the art of weaving from thread to finished fabric, shop for exclusive textiles in the store or find a bargain in the seconds shop. An experience steeped in the scent of linen and history.Opening hours: Monday–Friday 10.00–17.00, Saturday 10.00–16.00. 
More information here.

ARVIKA VEHICLE MUSEUM
Nostalgia at its finest! Housed in the beautifully restored former Thermia foundry, dating from 1923, Arvika Vehicle Museum showcases gleaming chrome, historic vehicles, and surprising details – from vintage cars to wood-burning stoves. A carefully curated museum that will fascinate not only motoring enthusiasts.
Opening hours daily 11.00-18.00. More information here.

RACKSTAD MUSEUM
Step into a world of art and creativity at Rackstad Museum, where a unique part of Swedish art history is presented in a beautiful historic setting. Discover the permanent exhibition The Nordic Light – an exhibition about the Rackstad artists’ colony and the Eriksson Brothers’ Furniture Workshop. Their magnificent paintings are displayed alongside unique crafts and design, furniture, ceramics, prints, textiles and metalwork. From 26 September to 8 November, Rackstad Museum hosts the Autumn Salon, with temporary art by artists and creative talent from Värmland. Take a break at Café Asters and enjoy a delicious lunch or coffee and cake in a cosy setting.
Opening hours Tuesday – Sunday 11.00-17.00. More information here.

Enjoy autumn in Arvika

Arvika is an idyllic small town with charming shops, friendly personal service, and great shopping opportunities. Take a break during your shopping trip at one of the town’s cosy cafés. TIP! On 29 October, enjoy a special shopping evening with fantastic offers. Read more about shopping in Arvika here.

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HALLOWEEN IN ARVIKA – ARE YOU BRAVE ENOUGH?

• A Spooky Halloween – are you brave enough to take on Värmland’s biggest Halloween walk?
  Join a terrifying walk you won’t forget! Are you brave enough to make it around the Little Loop or venture through the Haunted Forest (ages 12+)? The Little Loop is a suitably spooky adventure for the whole family – friendly ghosts, mischief and laughter await! The Big Loop takes you through a dark forest where surprises and scary encounters await – for teenagers and adults brave enough to take part!
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• Ghost Walk in Älgå
  There are ghosts at Älgå Heritage Centre! Are you brave enough to go looking for them?
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Arvika Ljus!
Light art once again takes over the centre of Arvika during Arvika Ljus! 2026. This year’s exhibition, Katarsis, presents light installations by international artists in Arvika’s public spaces.  Read more

AUTUMN’s MINI-BREAK

Check out our tips for a cosy mini-break and get ready for relaxation and wonderful experiences!

TAKE THE TRAIN TO ARVIKA!
Board the train in Karlstad, Kristinehamn or Oslo and enjoy an autumn day trip to Arvika. From the station, you can start by exploring Arvika’s idyllic town centre and its lovely shops. Stroll around the centre, the town park and among the historic buildings at Sågudden Open-Air Museum. Take a break during the day at one of the town’s welcoming cafés and pleasant restaurants. From the town centre, it is only a 10-minute walk to Arvika Vehicle Museum, while bus 50 provides an easy way to get to Rackstad MuseumOf course, you can extend your stay with an overnight visit at one of the town’s hotels and combine your trip to Arvika with one of the autumn events. Information about train connections can be found via Värmlandstrafik ochSJ.