Åresjön
Lake Mountain lake near Åre, popular for outdoor recreation
A mountain lake beneath Åre’s slopes in Jämtland, adjacent to the ski resort; visitors in summer hike, fish and paddle, and in winter use nearby lifts and trails.
Åresjön is a freshwater lake in Jämtland County in central Sweden, located at the foot of the Åre ski area. It is closely associated with the village of Åre, a long-established mountain resort.
The lake offers shoreline walking, boating and fishing in summer and easy access to mountain recreation year round because the village of Åre sits on its shore. Small marinas and landing places around the lake provide boat access and picnic spots for day visitors.
Åresjön is a natural lake that has long been tied to the settlement and tourism development of Åre; the village grew into a resort from the 19th century and the lake has been used for local fishing and recreation since then. The relationship between the lake and the resort means the shoreline has seen gradual development for tourism-related services.
The lake sits in central Jämtland County in western Sweden, with the village of Åre on its shore and the local ski slopes rising nearby. The setting is mountainous and forested typical of the Scandinavian interior.
- Access: Lies immediately beside the village and resort area of Åre, making it convenient for combined lake and mountain activities.
How to Get to Åresjön #
Åresjön is adjacent to Åre village, reachable by rail (Åre station) from Östersund and by bus or car from regional centers. The lake is a short walk from the village center.
Tips for Visiting Åresjön #
- If visiting from Åre ski resort, combine with a day of hiking around the lake for alpine views.
- Summer offers calm water for paddling; winter freezes the lake for skating and ski touring.
- Bring insect repellent in early summer - mosquitoes can be persistent near the water.
Best Time to Visit Åresjön #
Visit summer for water activities and winter for ice sports and the surrounding ski infrastructure.
Weather & Climate near Åresjön #
Åresjön's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 17°C. Moderate rainfall (655 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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