Sommarparken
Welcome to Sommarparken in Östersund!
An oasis of activities and experiences right in the heart of Östersund. Whether you are looking for excitement, relaxation or quality time with the family, we have something for everyone.
Things to do in Sommarparken
Here you will find a wealth of places perfect for socializing, playing or just being and enjoying the peace and quiet in the green. Sommarparken is there for Östersund residents and visitors to the city and together we create a wonderful place to stay.
Summer program
The summer park’s summer program has a variety of free activities throughout the summer.
Soon you are able to see the full summer program here.
Also see the current program on social media:
Facebook: Surfbukten & Sommarparken
Instagram: Surfbukten_Sommarparken
How to get to Sommarparken
It is easy to get to Sommarparken whether you cycle, walk or take public transport. Sommarparken is the green area located on both sides of the strait between Östersund and Frösön.
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Program
Everyone is welcome to participate in the activities, which are free of charge (unless otherwise stated).
The program is live and updated according to weather conditions, keep an eye out here for the latest info.
Soon you are able to see the program for this summer below:
Program »Surfbukten
Swim from the jetties and jump from the swimming tower. Play beach volleyball, borrow long boards, go wake boarding or rent a SUP or kayak.
Openhours
Here you will find the summer opening hours for Surfbukten: This will be updated for summer 2026
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Wakeboard
Try wakeboarding in a cable park.
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Surfbuktens Café
In Surfbukten's café you can buy ice cream, smoothies, toast sandwiches, coffee, fika bread, drinks and snacks.
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Try a Stand Up Board
Rent a Stand Up Paddle board and head out onto beautiful Storsjön.
Rent a kajak
Rent a kayak for yourself or the whole family. The Kayakomat is set up at Surfbukten with convenient self-service 24 hours a day.
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Openhours
Here you will find the summer opening hours for Surfbukten: This will be updated for summer 2026
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Wakeboard
Try wakeboarding in a cable park.
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Surfbuktens Café
In Surfbukten's café you can buy ice cream, smoothies, toast sandwiches, coffee, fika bread, drinks and snacks.
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Try a Stand Up Board
Rent a Stand Up Paddle board and head out onto beautiful Storsjön.
Rent a kajak
Rent a kayak for yourself or the whole family. The Kayakomat is set up at Surfbukten with convenient self-service 24 hours a day.
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Dalhemsparken
Dalhemsparken is beautifully located by Lake Storsjön, next to Surfbukten.
Pumptrack
A really fun track, always open and free for both young and old. Here you can ride skateboards, rollerblades, kickbikes and bicycles.
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Outdoor Gym
Try the outdoor gym in Dalhemsparken. There is something for everyone and equipment to activate the whole body.
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Birgers adventure park
Here you can climb, crawl, jump and run. Anyone who wants to come and play can come here. Anytime and any way. Both children, adults and Storsjöodjur.
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Pumptrack
A really fun track, always open and free for both young and old. Here you can ride skateboards, rollerblades, kickbikes and bicycles.
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Outdoor Gym
Try the outdoor gym in Dalhemsparken. There is something for everyone and equipment to activate the whole body.
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Birgers adventure park
Here you can climb, crawl, jump and run. Anyone who wants to come and play can come here. Anytime and any way. Both children, adults and Storsjöodjur.
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Badhusparken
Playground in Badhusparken
There is a large and well-visited playground in Badhusparken. The paved surface makes it easy to roll in with a stroller and wheelchair.
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Mini golf
Challenge family and friends to a fun round of mini golf in Badhusparken.
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Play Chess
There are chess sets to borrow in the bathhouse park.
Café Badhusparken
Enjoy delicious homemade coffee or have lunch in the pavilion or outdoors in the outdoor terrace.
Sjöbutiken
At Sjöbutiken in Badhusparken you can buy ice cream and drinks. Opening hours: Wednesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm
Sommarbadet
The summer pool next to Storsjön is located at Badhusparken.
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Sandy beach
At Sjötorget there is a smaller sandy beach, perfect for digging and building sandcastles.
Playground in Badhusparken
There is a large and well-visited playground in Badhusparken. The paved surface makes it easy to roll in with a stroller and wheelchair.
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Mini golf
Challenge family and friends to a fun round of mini golf in Badhusparken.
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Play Chess
There are chess sets to borrow in the bathhouse park.
Café Badhusparken
Enjoy delicious homemade coffee or have lunch in the pavilion or outdoors in the outdoor terrace.
Sjöbutiken
At Sjöbutiken in Badhusparken you can buy ice cream and drinks. Opening hours: Wednesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm
Sommarbadet
The summer pool next to Storsjön is located at Badhusparken.
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Sandy beach
At Sjötorget there is a smaller sandy beach, perfect for digging and building sandcastles.
Runeborgsparken
Bicycle playground on Frösön
Bicycle-themed playground. Cycle uphill and downhill in the new Bicycle Playground next to Frösö Boat Harbour.
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Bicycle playground on Frösön
Bicycle-themed playground. Cycle uphill and downhill in the new Bicycle Playground next to Frösö Boat Harbour.
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Find your way to Sommarparken
Whether you cycle, walk or take public transport. Sommarparken is the green area located on both sides of the strait between Östersund & Frösö
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Find your way to Sommarparken
Whether you cycle, walk or take public transport. Sommarparken is the green area located on both sides of the strait between Östersund & Frösö
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FAQ - Svar på vanliga frågor
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs are welcome in the Summer Park but must be on a leash and are only allowed on the park’s walkways. Dogs are not allowed on playgrounds, lawns, indoor areas
Are there public toilets in Sommarparken?
Västra Station, Sjötorget 1A
Opening hours: Every day, 6 am – 12 pm
Hamnen, Sjötorget 7
Opening hours: Every day 6 am – 12 pm
Dalhemsparken/Surfbukten
Opening hours: Every day, 7 am – 10 pm
Equipped with alarm
Is the Summer Park accessible?
Most parts are accessible by wheelchair/roller.
There are very few adaptations for people with visual impairments or cognitive difficulties, for example.
Where are there barbecue areas?
If you want to barbeque in the Summer Park, there is a barbeque at Jamtlibryggan.
At Runeborgsparken on Frösön you will also find a barbeque.
Grilling takes place at the permanent barbeque areas for environmental and safety reasons.
Disposable grills and picnic grills may not be used in the Summer Park.
What cafes are there?
Badhusparkens Café is located at Badhusparken and is a classic Östersund profile. With its heated glass pavilion, the café is a given meeting place throughout the winter. It serves the soup of the day, light dishes, sandwiches, homemade fika bread and more.
You can also find Surfbukten Café on the Frösön.
Where can I fill my water bottle?
A water spout for drinking water is located on the wall of the toilet in Dalhemsparken/Surfbukten.
Is drinking alcohol allowed in the Summer Park?
No, it is not allowed to drink alcohol during your picnic in the Summer Park.