Fjällriket Baggården
EN

Hamrafjället

A nature reserve about 15 km west of Funäsdalen by road 84, with mountain birch forest, sloping fens, old summer farm pastures and bare mountain. There are traces of summer farming, burial sites and trapping pits. It is known as the "Flower Mountain" (Blomsterfjället) for its rich flora, with over 400 plant species. It is a Natura 2000 area. Trail 558 (Hamrafjället west) is moderately difficult and 8.5 km, and trail 557 (east) is moderately difficult and 6 km.

Location: Tänndalen.

A little history

The reserve was established in 1974 and covers about 7 km². Twelve summer farms (fäbodar) were in use in the early 20th century, and the last one was abandoned in 1971.

Good to know

Camping and open fires are prohibited. The bird protection area on the southeastern slope is closed from 1 May to 31 July.

Read more

Map

Map from Lantmäteriet. Switch to satellite view at the top right.