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Things to see in Härnösand (Sweden): 20 places and when to go
Härnösand is a town in Sweden, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly Nature (5), Wildlife (4), Hiking (4). The best known are Höga Kusten Bridge, Härnösand Cathedral and Västanåfallet. The best time to come is December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 19 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 4 h 29. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Sweden · 62.634, 17.934
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (5) · Wildlife (4) · Hiking (4) · Architecture (3) · Hot springs (3) · Temples (2)
- Best time
- December to February and May to September.
- Also possible
- March to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- ARN Stockholm, 332 km as the crow flies
What to see in Härnösand
The places in and around Härnösand, 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.
- Höga Kusten BridgeSuspension bridge18 km
- Härnösand CathedralChurch of Sweden cathedral in Härnösand, Sweden517 m
- VästanåfalletNature reserve in Västernorrland, Sweden29 km
- Västernorrlands MuseumRegional museum in Sweden1.4 km
- Hemsö FortressWas one largest defense facilities of Swedish coastal artillery along the northern coast during of the Cold War and was top secret during this time of bounds for foreigners10 km
- VårdkasbergetHill in Härnösand Municipality, Sweden2.8 km
- GrannässkogenNature reserve in Västernorrland, Sweden15 km
- HärnöklubbLighthouse in Härnösand Municipality, south Bothnian coast, Sweden7.3 km
- Härnösands bilmuseumSwedish vehicle museum311 m
- Käringbergsudden lighthouseLighthouse in Kramfors Municipality, south Bothnian coast, Sweden22 km
- Nora ChurchChurch building in Kramfors Municipality, Sweden28 km
- Smitingen-HärnöklubbNature reserve in Västernorrland, Sweden6.7 km
- StorönNature reserve in Västernorrland, Sweden21 km
- Badplats vid GådeåparkenHot spring bath877 m
- High Coast TrailHiking trail in Sweden21 km
- High Coast TrailHiking trail in Sweden25 km
- NipstuganHiking27 km
- Sjövikens havsbadHot spring bath6.6 km
- Valkallen ToppstuganHiking20 km
- public beach Häggdånger, Byvikens badplatsPublic beach in Härnösand Municipality, Sweden9.7 km
When to go to Härnösand
The best time to visit Härnösand 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 time5:30
- FebBest time8:23
- MarPossible11:16
- AprPossible14:29
- MayBest time17:29
- JunBest time19:31
- JulBest time18:37
- AugBest time15:46
- SepBest time12:34
- OctPossible9:27
- NovBetter not6:23
- DecBest time4:29
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 19 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 4 h 29. In May, 20 of the 20 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 Härnösand
The nearest main airport is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN, Stockholm), 332 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
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- Ulvöhamn14 places57 km
- Örnsköldsvik17 places86 km
- Hudiksvall8 places110 km
- Delsbo9 places116 km
- Järvsö11 places138 km
And all of Sweden, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Härnösand?
The best known: Höga Kusten Bridge, Härnösand Cathedral, Västanåfallet, Västernorrlands Museum, Hemsö Fortress. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Härnösand?
December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 19 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 4 h 29.
How do you get to Härnösand?
The nearest main airport is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN), 332 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Härnösand as the destination and these 20 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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