Gävleborg County lies in the central part of Sweden, on the country's east coast. It is a region shaped by its forests and its sea, and it is known for its forestry industry, which has long been part of daily life across the county.
The coast is one of its defining features. Along the shoreline lies an archipelago of islands and islets, where the water and the low, rocky landscape make a quiet setting for a walk, a boat trip or simply an afternoon by the sea.
The city of Gävle
The county's main city, Gävle, is a historic port. Its harbour and waterfront connect the town to the Baltic and give it the character of a place built around trade and shipping. Walking through the centre, visitors can see how the port has shaped the streets and the way people have lived here.
What kind of visit it makes
- A coastal trip, exploring the archipelago and the shoreline.
- A city stop in Gävle, centred on its port and history.
- A slower journey through forested countryside, typical of the region.
Gävleborg suits travellers who want to combine a port town with open water and wooded landscape. Plan your route around the coast and the city, and allow time to move between them, as the county is spread out.