Visit a heritage village: learn about the local fishing traditions, see landmark buildings such as the mill, the stable, the barn and the sawmill, visit the fishing museum, have lunch with a view.

PRICE: $122
per person

 

Begin with a pickup from your hotel or come to our office in HaparandaTornio Resecentrum/Matkakeskus. Receive basic information on the experience and safety instructions. Then, depart towards Kukkolaforsen, Sweden, a 20-minute drive away.
Upon arrival, learn about the history of the Kukkola Rapids, the longest in the Nordic Countries, where a unique village of fishermen was settled in the Middle Ages. Discover how the Torne River has played a major role in local life, serving as both a means of transport and a food source for villagers.
During the summer, wild whitefish and salmon are still caught using traditional methods (a UNESCO World Heritage candidate). Try your luck at catching some fish in this beautiful setting with the help of a local guide (experience to be reserved in advance).
Next, explore the traditional settlement. In the Timber Smoke Hut, hear about fishing traditions and see how whitefish grilling has been done for centuries. Learn about the history and visit the well-preserved heritage buildings, such as the wooden sheds, the ice-shed, the sawmill, the miller’s house, and the two flour mills, dating back to 1840 and the 1850s.
End the guided tour with a visit to the small but fascinating fishing museum, where you’ll learn about the evolution of the area’s fishing traditions over different generations. Finally, enjoy a typical buffet lunch at a riverside restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Step back in time and explore the historic village of Kukkola
Learn about the history of the area and the local fishing traditions
Visit the fishing museum and discover the evolution of fishing methods over time
Enjoy a guided tour of the village and see the historic buildings from inside
Savor a delicious lunch at a riverside restaurant

Basic information and security instructions
Hotel pickup and return transfers to the destination and back
Guided tour of the Kukkola heritage village
Visit to the historic buildings in the village
Entrance and guided tour to the fishing museum
Lunch at the riverside restaurant
Dipnet fishing experience (must be reserved in advance)
Soft drinks and alcoholic drinks (to be ordered on the spot)

 

This is just one of the many unforgettable experiences that Sweden has to offer. Discover more tours, hidden gems, and must-see spots in Stockholm or on our complete Sweden guide.