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Storforsen (the Great Rapid)
Storgatan 6, Älvsbyn
The Bothnian Coast
Northern Sweden
0929-17400
Type: Sightseeing
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The Bothnian Coast
Northern Sweden
0929-17400
Type: Sightseeing
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Storforsen (the Great Rapid), in the river Pite Älv, shares its name with many other rapids in Sweden, but this one is the biggest and most famous. It’s five km (three miles) long and has a total drop of 82 m (240 feet), making it the longest waterfall in Sweden and one of the longest in Europe. Storforsen is an impressive sight, and more than 150,000 people every year will agree.
The true wilderness here, with mountains, forests and lakes, makes a visit worthwhile even without the waterfall. For those traveling to Piteå by train, the nearest stop is at Älvsbyn, which is near Storforsen. Älvsbyn is a great place for outdoor activities and the wilderness is right around the corner. Polar bageriet, one of the biggest producers of bread in Sweden, is headquartered here in Älvsbyn.
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