Accessibility in Östersund

Jamtli features historical settings from the 19th to the 1970s and is home to the thousand-year-old Överhogdal tapestries – the oldest complete pictorial weavings in Europe. There are also exhibitions on Viking life and Sámi culture.
Jamtli strives to be accessible to all and continually works to improve access to its exhibitions, historic environments, café, restaurant and hostel.

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Pool lifts are available for getting in and out of the water. There’s also a lift to reach the relaxation area on the second floor.

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Multi Challenge is offering everything from Boda Borg, indoor go-karting and laser tag, to mini golf, a play area and billiards.

Multi Challenge works continuously to make its activities fun and accessible to more visitors.
Details about accessibility at the venue and Tiki Grill/Drinks can be found at  Multichallenge.se/tillganglighet (opens in new window)

In May and June, the Tysjöarna Nature Reserve comes alive with long-legged waders such as ringed plovers, temminck’s stints and little stints.

Accessibility:
The reserve features a long wooden boardwalk, suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs and walkers. There are also rest areas and accessible outdoor toilets along the way.
To make access easier, parts of the trail include wooden planks fixed to the ground.
From the car park, a nearly 1,300-metre-long boardwalk leads out into the reserve. It is 130 centimetres wide, has edge protection on both sides, and offers passing areas with benches at regular intervals. Where the boardwalk crosses streams, handrails are provided on both sides.

Read more about the accessibility in Tysjöarna at lansstyrelsen.se  (Opens in new window)

Bynäset Runt (Green Trail)
Bynäset Runt is a 7 km long trail that takes you through varied forest landscapes along the shores of Lake Storsjön. For most of the way, the trail runs along the water, offering stunning views of the lake and mountains. It’s a little hilly in places and with plenty of tree roots, so it’s a bit more of an adventure. Along the way, you’ll find benches where you can pause and take in the scenery.

Bynäset Shortcut (Yellow Trail)
If you’re looking for a shorter option, the 2.4 km Bynäset Shortcut branches off from the main loop. It takes you across the headland along a fence line, following gravel paths, trails and sections of boardwalk.

Easy Access Trail (Red Trail)
The southern end of Bynäset has been adapted for easier access. The trail is wide and gravelled about 2 km long (one way)  leading down to a picnic spot by the lakeshore, with benches and tables.

All trails start from the large car park. Just before the car park, at the swimming area in Västbyviken, you’ll also find an accessible toilet.

How to get here

By bus: Take bus line 3 to the stop at Tunnangränd. From there, it’s about a 1.8 km walk down to Bynäset.

By car: From central Östersund, head towards Frösön and follow signs past Frösö Park Hotel. Keep going a short way, then turn off following the signs to Bynäset, where you’ll find a large car park.

See more information about Bynäset at ostersund.se (Window opens in new window)

A wide variety of ducks can be seen here in large numbers, including great crested grebe, black-necked grebe, pochard, coot and teal.
Cranes often nest in the area, and marsh harriers are frequently seen gliding over the reeds in search of prey.
The surrounding forest is also home to many small bird species. In late spring and early summer, the bird song is particularly rich—especially in the mornings and evenings.
The robin’s melody is a highlight, while blue tits forage in the reed beds and great spotted woodpeckers can be heard drumming on tree trunks.

Accessibility:
A 3 km trail circles the lake, with two birdwatching towers along the route. The southern tower, newly built in 2023, is accessible for pushchairs, wheelchairs and walkers.

At Länssyterlsen.se you can read more about Ändsjöns nature reserve (Opens in new window)

Lillsjön Nature Reserve offers a peaceful mix of forest, open meadows, wetlands, and small streams.

There’s a barbecue area, a wind shelter, and a fishing jetty—perfect for a picnic or a quiet moment by the water. Some paths are accessible and suitable for prams and wheelchairs.

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Badhusparken Playground
Features a high-backed swing for extra support and a safe spinning bowl. The surface makes access easy for pushchairs and wheelchairs.

Lekplats Lövbergaparken / Björkbackaparken
Partially inclusive with:
Sand table at wheelchair height
Slide with additional support
Guide rope for visually impaired children
High-backed swing
Wheelchair swing (requires supervision and manual use)

Accessible surfacing

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The lunch restaurant is located on the top floor of the Arctura accumulator tank, which holds an impressive 26 million litres of hot water and plays a key role in providing district heating for the region.

Whether you have a visual or hearing impairment, allergies or other accessibility needs, you can enjoy delicious food, comfortable accommodation and great activities at Frösö Park Hotel.

To help ensure the best possible experience, Frösö Park kindly asks that you share any specific requirements when booking your room.

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Great for families and conference guests alike, with a kids’ area, children’s menu and indoor pool.

Accessibility:
Visual guides for the visually impaired
Hearing loop
Wheelchair accessible

– perfect for families with adventurous kids or those eager for a swim.

Scandic welcomes you to a hotel designed for everyone – with no barriers.
Whatever your needs – visual or hearing impairment, allergies, or wheelchair access – Scandic works to ensure you have an enjoyable and comfortable stay

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