The Top 20 Attractions around Umeå
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Umeå. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Umeå is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 6, 2025
Ida – Sculpture by Jaume Plensa on Strandpromenaden, Umeå
Highlight • Monument
Strandpromenaden (the promenade along the Umeälven river) is the right place for those who want to discover the areas surrounding Umeå city centre. A popular walking route is to walk …
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Degerfors Qvarn
Highlight • Historical Site
Beautiful historical building
"The Degerfors Qvarn mill, which was reached in 1888, is located in the mill district in Vindeln. In summer," Konst i kvarn "(art in the mill) takes place, where pictures and sculptures from the 1960s are exhibited."
"The Degerfors Qvarn mill, which was reached in 1888, is located in the mill district in Vindeln. In summer," Konst i kvarn "(art in the mill) takes place, where pictures and sculptures from the 1960s are exhibited."
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Gräsön Picnic Area
Highlight • Rest Area
There are two spacious rest areas here. Equipped with a fireplace, garbage cans and seating
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Vindelälven Suspension Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
The suspension bridge leads over the Vindelälven. It is wobbly and here on the bridge you can see and feel the enormous power and speed of the rapids much more clearly than on the bank.
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Boardwalks Along the Vindelälven
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You can get very close to the water as there are many piers and bridges.
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