Evertsberg: Vasaloppet, Chapel and Culture

Evertsberg brings together several distinct points of interest for visitors: the Vasaloppet and its time checkpoint, a stage of the Romboleden trail, the view from Boggberget, historic cultural heritage and the swimming area at Skepphussjön. The attractions range from sporting events to local history, archaeology and time by the water.

Vasaloppet and Racing Tradition

At the first Vasaloppet in 1922, Evertsberg was the first time checkpoint; intermediate times from every Vasaloppet race are available there. Since 1970, the Vasaloppet Bergspris has been awarded to the cross-country skier who reaches Evertsberg first during the race. These are two specific connections to the race: timekeeping at the inaugural event and an award for being the first to arrive in Evertsberg. Evertsberg Chapel is located along the Vasaloppet trail and serves as a landmark for many Vasaloppet skiers.

Evertsberg is also one of seven checkpoints on the Cykelvasan 90. Unlike its Vasaloppet connections through the time checkpoint and Bergspris, this makes the village part of another race. Routes and service arrangements may change from one edition to the next, so check the information for the relevant edition when planning your trip.

Romboleden and the Landscape

Stage 19 of the Romboleden trail, from Evertsberg to Älvdalen, starts at the chapel in Evertsberg. Parking is available at Evertsberg Chapel for the start. The nearest bus stop is a two-minute walk from the chapel. Check current public transport information before deciding how to travel, and take seasonal and weather conditions into account before setting off.

A road behind Evertsberg leads to the summit of Boggberget. From Boggberget, there are lovely views of the Sälenfjällen mountains, Oxberg and Gopshus.

The Chapel, Gammelgård and Cultural Heritage

The present-day Evertsberg Chapel was renovated in 1750; inside is an altarpiece believed to have been made in Nuremberg, Germany, around 1450. These details refer to two different periods: the renovation of the present-day chapel in 1750 and the altarpiece’s presumed creation around 1450.

Evertsberg Gammelgård was established from 1974 onward, using buildings from mountain pastures and villages around Evertsberg. Its collections include around 100 objects connected with the old farming community. While the chapel and its altarpiece offer a glimpse of sacred architecture, the buildings and collections at Gammelgård reflect earlier rural life.

Near Evertsberg is Dysdalen Cultural Reserve, a 64-hectare archaeological area with bloomery furnaces used to extract bog iron ore. While Gammelgård connects buildings and collections with the farming community, Dysdalen focuses on archaeological traces of ore extraction.

During Evertsbergs Dag, part of bygdeveckan, tunnbröd is baked in the large bakehouse at Evertsberg Gammelgård. If you would like to include the event in your travel plans, check the latest event dates.

Swimming Area at Skepphussjön

Evertsberg Swimming Area at Skepphussjön is a bathing area in Älvdalen Municipality. Its facilities include a sandy beach, a large lawn, a jetty and a diving tower. Conditions can vary by season, so take this into account when planning a visit for swimming.

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