Where is Åre located?

Åre is one of Sweden’s most famous ski resorts, but where exactly is it located? Many people may have a vague idea that Åre is “somewhere in the mountains,” but it’s useful to know a bit more about the area before visiting. In this blog post, we explain where Åre is situated, how to get there, and what you can experience nearby.

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Åre is located in western Jämtland, about 100 km west of Östersund and 50 km east of the Norwegian border. More precisely, Åre sits at 63.40° N latitude and 13.07° E longitude. The village is situated at the foot of Åreskutan, Sweden’s southernmost mountain that exceeds 1,400 meters.

This impressive peak is a symbol of Åre and offers fantastic views of the surrounding landscape. Åre is surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery with lakes, rivers, and forested slopes. Lake Åresjön, which lies right next to the village, is a popular place for swimming and water sports in summer.

Åre is easy to reach whether you prefer to travel by car, train, or plane. The village is located in Jämtland and has good transport connections to the rest of Sweden. If you’re traveling from far away, flying is the fastest option, while taking the train lets you enjoy the Swedish landscape along the way.

Taking the train is a comfortable way to get to Åre. You can relax, enjoy the scenery, and avoid a long drive. SJ offers many departures with connections from Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö, both day and night.

Snälltåget runs from Stockholm and Malmö and offers both day and night trains without transfers. The journey from Stockholm takes roughly 7–10 hours depending on the train and the number of connections.

For those in a hurry or traveling from far away, flying is the fastest option. Åre Östersund Airport is located about 90 km from Åre. The total travel time from Stockholm including check-in, flight time, and the transfer from Östersund to Åre is around 4 hours.

Åre is located farther north than Sälen and Idre, which means longer days during winter and better chances of seeing the northern lights.

Compared with ski resorts in the Alps, Åre is easier for Swedish travelers to reach. The journey is shorter, less expensive, and offers a distinctly Scandinavian mountain experience, with wide open landscapes and close proximity to nature.