The history of this area reaches 4.5 million years back in time, far back to a prehistoric ocean. On the floor of that ocean, the limestone forming the bed rock of Bjurälven was created. Today, the water turns the bedrock into the formations that enchants and entices most people visiting the area.
The nature reserve Bjurälven represent the country’s most characteristic karst landscape and has been voted the most intriguing geological site in Sweden!
We meet at the farm Leipikvattnet, from where we hike three kilometres before reaching the karst landscape. On our way, we learn much about the flora and history of this area. At the end of our hike, we reach a small shelter, where we stop for a short rest with some snacks before entering the karst area. Now the adventure begins!
During the day we see dolines, sinkholes and siphons where the river disappears underground and shows up in different places. During the hike we listen to the guide talking about the area’s unique geology and fantastic flora. The hike continues walking through the “Blind Valley” to Bjurälvsgrottan and pass both the ice cave and the snow dolines.
The lunch based on local products is prepared over open fire before we return to Leipikvattnet.
The trail contains footbridges and steep sections prepared with stairs. The tour can be tailored to the group’s abilities and preferences.
A fantastic and unparalleled hike!
Allergies and food preferences
If you have any allergies or other food preferences please tell us with your reservation.
Reservations
If you have a medical condition or anything else that might affect your participation we need you to
tell us in your booking or directly to the guides. Reservations can be made at latest one day before the
tour, but it is good to book in advance since the tours can become full.
Cancellations
Cancellations should be made at latest 14 days before the tour departures. Below you can see the cancellation
fees:
• Within 7 days from the tour departure – 20 % of the price.
• Within 2 days from the tour departure – 50 % of the price.
• Within 1 day from tour departure – 100 % of the price.
If the tour needs to be cancelled because of cancellations of other customers, extreme weather conditions,
sickness or injury you will get a full refund. If you cannot participate due to sickness you will get a full refund
when you show a doctor’s certificate.
Payment
Payment should be done before the tour starts. Payment can be done by credit card or cash. If you want us to
send an invoice we take a fee of 50 SEK. Please let us know how you would like to pay when you make your
booking.
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