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Things to see in Skellefteå (Sweden): 13 places and when to go
Skellefteå is a town in Sweden, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (5), Temples (4), History (2). The best known are Lejonströmsbron, Bonnstan and Skellefteå landsförsamlings kyrka. The best time to come is December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 20 h 49 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 10. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Sweden · 64.7721, 20.95
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (5) · Temples (4) · History (2) · Architecture (1) · Food and drink (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- December to February and May to September.
- Also possible
- March to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- ARN Stockholm, 592 km as the crow flies
What to see in Skellefteå
The places in and around Skellefteå, 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.
- LejonströmsbronBridge in Sweden3.0 km
- BonnstanHistory2.5 km
- Skellefteå landsförsamlings kyrkaChurch building in Skellefteå Municipality, Sweden2.7 km
- Bolidens kyrkaChurch building in Skellefteå Municipality, Sweden29 km
- GuldtorgetPublic square in Skellefteå, Sweden2.3 km
- Kåge ChurchChurch building in Skellefteå Municipality, Sweden7.1 km
- Sankt Olovs kyrka, SkellefteåChurch building in Skellefteå Municipality, Sweden2.5 km
- Stackgrönnans båtmuseumWorking life museum in Skellefteå Municipality, Sweden11 km
- GruvstigenHiking17 km
- KraftledenHiking8.8 km
- KyrkstigenHiking17 km
- MineralledenHiking4.8 km
- NaturstigenHiking1.6 km
When to go to Skellefteå
The best time to visit Skellefteå 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 time4:35
- FebBest time7:59
- MarPossible11:12
- AprPossible14:45
- MayBest time18:10
- JunBest time20:49
- JulBest time19:34
- AugBest time16:11
- SepBest time12:38
- OctPossible9:12
- NovBetter not5:40
- DecBest time3:10
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 20 h 49 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 10. In May, 13 of the 13 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 Skellefteå
The nearest main airport is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN, Stockholm), 592 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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- Luleå38 places108 km
- Umeå27 places110 km
- Tornio7 places190 km
- Örnsköldsvik17 places195 km
- Ulvöhamn14 places225 km
And all of Sweden, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Skellefteå?
The best known: Lejonströmsbron, Bonnstan, Skellefteå landsförsamlings kyrka, Bolidens kyrka, Guldtorget. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Skellefteå?
December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 20 h 49 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 10.
How do you get to Skellefteå?
The nearest main airport is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN), 592 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Skellefteå as the destination and these 13 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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