Storforsen
One of the largest undeveloped rapids in Europe, with a drop of about 80 meters over 5 kilometers. Wooden walkways let you get close to the water.
Storforsen sits on the Pite River, about 85 kilometers from Luleå. During snowmelt, the flow can reach several hundred cubic meters per second, producing spectacular roaring white water and mist. Wooden walkways and bridges cross the "dead waterfall" area, where the old riverbed has been left dry, and in summer you can picnic beside the rock pools carved by the current. Entry to the protected area is free. Nearby are a hotel, restaurants, and a forestry museum. In winter the frozen landscape is striking, but the walkways may be covered in snow. Driving there is recommended.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Arctic Bath
- Treehotel
- Rödbergsfortet
- Försvarsmuseum Boden
- Nederluleå Church
- Gammelstad Church Town
- Hägnan Open-Air Museum
- Gültzauudden