Things To Do
in Falun

Seasonal markets and occasional street-food stalls appear around the main square offering pastries, sausages, local cheeses and berry preserves. In summer, look for lakeside pop-ups selling grilled items and cold drinks.

Small indoor food halls and cafés in town sell sandwiches, smörgås and sweet buns; ideal for sampling regional sandwiches and fika pastries.

Being on time is important for appointments, tours and social gatherings; lateness is seen as rude.

Swedes value personal space and quiet public behavior — keep voices moderate on public transport and in public areas.

Hosts may ask guests to remove shoes inside homes; bringing clean socks is polite.

Respect orderly queues and wait your turn — cutting in line is frowned upon.

Tipping is modest and discretionary in Sweden; rounding up a bill or leaving 5–10% for especially good service is appreciated but not expected. For taxi and personal services, small tips are common but not required.

Card payments are widely accepted and often preferred; contactless cards and mobile payment app Swish are common for quick transfers. Carry a small amount of cash for very small purchases or markets, but most places accept cards.

Long daylight hours, mild temperatures and many festivals; ideal for boating on Lake Runn, cycling and hiking. Expect crisp mornings and warm afternoons; pack layers and insect repellent for forest trails.

Spectacular fall colors in surrounding forests and cooler temperatures; quieter tourism and good conditions for hiking and photography. Prepare for variable weather and shorter daylight.

Cold with regular snow, excellent for cross-country skiing, alpine and winter sports at Lugnet; dress warmly and prepare for icy conditions. Some attractions have reduced hours outside the high season.

Melting snow and budding forests bring fluctuating conditions — muddy trails early in the season, gradually warming to pleasant hiking weather. Many cafés reopen terraces and seasonal menus return.

Gentle lakeside walks with options for longer loops, birdwatching and varied vantage points of Falun and nearby islands.

A network of well-marked trails near the Lugnet sports area suitable for hiking, trail running and mountain biking.

Short hikes around the Falu Gruva headframe and surrounding hills yield dramatic views and interpretive signs about mining history.

Rural trails and quiet country roads lead to traditional red cottages and open fields — good for longer day hikes and cultural exploration.

Long-term inhabitants including families and older generations with deep roots in Dalarna cultural traditions.

Dalarna University campus presence brings students and academic staff who contribute to cultural events, cafés and a youthful vibe.

Summer holiday travelers and winter sports visitors who come for recreation around Lake Runn and the Lugnet facilities.

A modest but present international and immigrant population contributes to diversity in services, food and cultural offerings.

A dominant winter sport with extensive groomed trails around Lugnet and the surrounding forests; locals and visitors of all levels participate.

Lugnet’s ski jumps are a local landmark and host events, making ski jumping part of the town’s sporting identity.

Ice hockey and other indoor team sports are popular with active local clubs and enthusiastic community support.

The forested terrain around Falun is ideal for orienteering and trail running, popular both recreationally and competitively.