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Umeå

Umeå, called Ume by locals, is a city near the mouth of the Ume River. It is the capital of Västerbotten County in northern Sweden, and with about 110,000 citizens it is the largest city in Norrland. Umeå is known for its university and many birch trees, giving it the nickname "Björkarnas stad", or the "Town of Silver Birches".

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Timed, planned outings built around a specific moment: a sunset, a view, a walk worth doing in order.

  • Sunset

    Golden Hour at Vänortsparken

    Catch the low winter sun painting the art in the twin towns park.

    15 Apr · 90 min

  • Sunset

    Golden Hour in Umeå

    Catch the low, warm light before the sun dips below the horizon.

    15 Apr · 90 min

  • Evening

    Sunset at Norra skenet

    Start with the low winter sun before the city lights take over.

    15 Jan 14:33 · 90 min

  • Sunset

    Golden Hour at Umedalen

    A short walk from sculpture park to a quiet beach as the summer sun dips low.

    15 Jul · 90 min

  • Sunset

    Golden Hour at Nydalasjön

    A simple plan to catch the sunset glow over the lake, with a warm drink to start.

    15 Jul · 90 min

  • Daytime

    Umeå Daytime Stroll

    A relaxed walk through Umeå’s historic center, stopping for lunch and browsing local crafts.

    none · 120 min

2 places match

  1. BuySecond-hand shop

    Marknadsplats Umeå

    Second hand shop where people can rent some space to sell their things. Many things, low prices

    Closed · opens noon

  2. BuyMarket

    Revolt

    Marketplace/community meeting place with second hand shops, upcycling startups and the like, initiated by EU, national, regional and local governmental organisations.

    Closed · opens 11 am