Timeline
18:19
Grab a coffee at Café Lindell. It is a short walk from the university and opens early enough for a pre-sunset start.
18:49
Walk to Vänortsparken. This central park features art related to Umeå's sister cities. Arrive with time to spare before the light changes.
19:04
Watch the golden light hit the park. On this date, the sun sets toward the WNW, casting long shadows over the sculptures.
19:34
End the evening at Pipes of Scotland. This laid-back Scottish-style pub is nearby and offers buffet-style food and a wide assortment of draught and bottled stouts, perfect for staying warm as the light fades.
Local tip
Vänortsparken is a small park next to Umeå Stadskyrka. The walk from the university area is about 29 minutes, but you can cut through the city center. Check the route if you want the most direct path.
Check before you go
- Café Lindell is open Mo-Th 07:30-20:00, so it will be open for your 19:04 start.
- Pipes of Scotland has free entrance, but hours are not specified in the source data, so check local listings for evening opening times.
Worth knowing
- Café Lindell is open at 18:19 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Umeå (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).