Lake Storsjön & M/S Thomée Cruise
Storsjön
Sweden's fifth-largest lake, long associated with a lake monster. In summer, you can sail on an 1875 vessel, and in winter you can skate long distances across the ice.
Storsjön covers about 460 square kilometres. Legends of the Storsjö monster have circulated for centuries, with sightings recorded over time, making it the region's most famous folk tale. In summer you can board the M/S Thomée, built in 1875 and now diesel-powered, or the old steamboat Östersund from the city harbour. Routes include short circuits and trips to Ver Island, lasting about 1–3 hours. Check the sailing schedule in advance. In winter, once the lake freezes, the municipality clears long natural ice tracks for skating. Check the ice condition notices, and skate in a group.
Opening hours
Summer by boat schedule (about mid-June to August); ice road open depending on ice conditions
Nearby sights
- Östersund Town Hall
- Stortorget Östersund
- Jamtli Open-Air Museum
- Östersund Ski Stadium
- Frösö Runestone
- Frösötornet
- Frösön
- Sommarhagen