- Location: commune Osele, Veterbotten, Lapland, Sweden
- Phone: +46 10 225 40 00
- Website: www.nationalparksofsweden.se
- Area: 11 square meters. km
- Date of foundation: 1991.
Sweden - one of the most beautiful and interesting countries of Northern Europe, which is famous for its unique natural attractions and crystal clear air. Despite the rather modest size, on the territory of the Kingdom there are about 30 national parks , each of which deserves special attention. Today we will go on an exciting journey through the mountain slopes of the famous Björnlandet Park, get acquainted with its inhabitants and tell you how to get to this magical place.
Interesting Facts
Björnlandet National Park (Björnlandet) is located in the Swedish taiga near the town of Fredrik, municipality of Osele. The reserve was established in 1991 with the aim of preserving the largest pine forest in Sweden. Due to the peculiarities of the location at the foot of the Scandinavian mountains, the park is protected from severe winds and heavy rainfall, so the climate in this region is temperate - with a fairly cold winter and warm summer.
It is curious that throughout the national park no human traces have been found, which indicates that Bjørnlandet has been preserved to this day almost in its original form.
Flora and fauna of the park
Of particular interest to all tourists is the flora and fauna of the Björnlandet Reserve. The whole zone of the park is taiga and consists mainly of pine and spruce trees. Due to the fact that the pine has a thicker layer of bark, this coniferous plant is less prone to fires and it can be found most often in forest depths. Spruces and in the northern part of the reserve are more common spruce. On the territory of Björnlandet there are also a huge number of other trees and various shrubs, including alder, birch, fern, blueberry, majnik, etc.
In turn, the main representative of the fauna of the reserve is an ordinary beaver, you can rarely see in the forests of elk, whitefish and yellowness. In addition, the territory of the park has become a haven for hundreds of species of birds, among which the most common are wood grouse, golden eagle, rump, chaffinch, forest shevritsa and yurok. A pleasant surprise for ornithologists and ordinary inhabitants will be the opportunity to study woodpeckers, without leaving Björnlandet, because in this region there are about 5 different species of this family.
The best time to travel
Each of the seasons in Bjørlandandet has its advantages:
- Winter is a great time to visit the national park. Despite the short duration of the day, many tourists like to come to the reserve exactly in this season, when the moonlight can be so bright that you can ski without additional lighting and make stunning photos of snow-covered forests at dawn.
- Spring is a period when all life springs up, and trees acquire a rich green tint. At this time of year it is best to observe the mammals, but do not forget about the spring thaw, when the passage to the park can be closed.
- Summer is a favorite time for ornithologists. The best places to observe the birds are near Lake Angsjön and along the streams of Ansjöbäcken and Björkbäcken. At the end of summer begins the berry season.
- Autumn is the brightest and colorful period when all deciduous trees light up with different colors. Mosquitoes cease to buzz, the air becomes fresh and clean, and many hunters go out to the moose. In addition to hunting, in the park you can climb mountains and enjoy the beautiful forest landscapes.
Rules of conduct in Bjørlandandete
You can see the full list of rules of conduct on the territory of the protected area at the entrance to Björnlandet, however, every tourist visiting the country should know the basic laws of Sweden.
The park permits:
- Collect berries and edible mushrooms for own use;
- to break tents;
- to build a fire in specially designated places;
- to drive a vehicle on the roads;
- lead a dog, but only on the condition that it is on a leash.
In the territory of Bjørnlandet it is forbidden:
- to break branches or tear flowers;
- to fish;
- horse riding.
How to get there?
The best way to get to the Björnlandet National Park is on your own or rented car . Directly from the village of Fredrik to the reserve leads a road through which you can reach the main entrance. The distance between the settlement and the park is 46 km. In the same way it is possible to get from other cities: from Osel - 44 km, from Umeå (administrative center of Västerbotten) - about 150 km.