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Things to see in Borlänge (Sweden): 28 places and when to go
Borlänge is a town in Sweden, and this site lists 28 places in and around it, mainly Nature (12), Wildlife (12), Temples (6). The best known are Djurmoklack, Frostbrunnsdalen and Stora Tuna Church. The best time to come is December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 18 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 23. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Sweden · 60.4833, 15.4167
- Places
- 28 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (12) · Wildlife (12) · Temples (6) · Museums and art (3) · Food and drink (2) · Hiking (2)
- Best time
- December to February and May to September.
- Also possible
- March to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- ARN Stockholm, 168 km as the crow flies
What to see in Borlänge
The places in and around Borlänge, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- DjurmoklackMountain in Sweden16 km
- FrostbrunnsdalenNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden4.6 km
- Stora Tuna ChurchChurch building in Borlänge Municipality, Sweden4.7 km
- 2047 Science CenterScience Center in Borlänge, Sweden934 m
- BackmonNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden16 km
- Flygsandfältet vid DammsjönNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden17 km
- HelgåsskogenNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden20 km
- HemtjärnNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden11 km
- HolmsjöarnaNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden8.6 km
- Kvarnsvedens kyrkaChurch building in Borlänge Municipality, Sweden3.9 km
- LindönNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden9.2 km
- LortånNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden14 km
- MentalvårdsmuseetWorking life museum in Säter Municipality, Sweden23 km
- Mockfjärds kyrkaChurch building in Gagnef Municipality, Sweden25 km
- OrnässtuganBuilding in Sweden7.9 km
- SäterdalenNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden22 km
- Sifferboberget-SkalsbergetNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden14 km
- Silvberg ChurchChurch building in Säter Municipality, Sweden14 km
- SjöbergetNature reserve in Dalarna, Sweden5.0 km
- Stora Skedvi ChurchChurch building in Säter Municipality, Sweden23 km
- Västertuna kapellChurch building in Borlänge Municipality, Sweden7.8 km
- 5mans bryggeriBrewery1.8 km
- Franssons stugorHiking20 km
- LindbuanHiking14 km
And the other 4, by what you come to do:
- Snow: Nybroberget, Romme Alpin
- Food and drink: Sahlins Brygghus
- Hot springs: Västannor, public beach
When to go to Borlänge
The best time to visit Borlänge is December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time6:13
- FebBest time8:43
- MarPossible11:20
- AprPossible14:16
- MayBest time16:55
- JunBest time18:36
- JulBest time17:53
- AugBest time15:25
- SepBest time12:31
- OctPossible9:41
- NovBetter not6:58
- DecBest time5:23
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 18 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 23. In May, 26 of the 28 places are at their best.
When to go to Sweden in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Borlänge
The nearest main airport is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN, Stockholm), 168 km as the crow flies. How to get around Sweden (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Falun37 places19 km
- Idkerberget11 places21 km
- Hedemora14 places38 km
- Ludvika9 places40 km
- Tällberg11 places44 km
- Torsåker6 places67 km
And all of Sweden, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Borlänge?
The best known: Djurmoklack, Frostbrunnsdalen, Stora Tuna Church, 2047 Science Center, Backmon. In all, 28 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Borlänge?
December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 18 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 23.
How do you get to Borlänge?
The nearest main airport is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN), 168 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Borlänge as the destination and these 28 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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