Berg: Hoverberget, Trails and Bergs Kyrka

Berg offers different ways to plan a stay, depending on your interests: Hoverberget is known for its protected natural areas and rock formations, several trails offer different lengths and routes, and the Balviken bathing area on Lake Storsjön has waterside facilities. Bergs Kyrka adds a historic site to these nature-focused attractions. Which of these aspects you focus on depends on whether you prefer hiking, viewing the rocky landscape, spending time by the water or visiting a church.

Rocky landscape, gorge and cave

Hoverberget is both a nature reserve and a Natura 2000 site. Steep slopes, vertical rock faces and caves define the landscape, and the forests are home to numerous plant and animal species. Rämnan is on the western side of Hoverberget and is a 500-metre-long gorge. Its vertical rock faces are up to 25 metres high. A trail runs through Rämnan and offers impressive views. This combines views of the gorge with a trail that leads directly through this rocky landscape.

Hoverbergsgrottan is a 170-metre-long fissure cave and is described as Scandinavia’s largest fissure cave. The first half is accessible thanks to lighting and sturdy stairs; check seasonal access before travelling. From the cave, you can walk to the summit of Hoverberget on well-marked trails. There, an observation tower offers sweeping views of the surrounding area. The tower is open in summer. Also in summer, waffles, coffee and homemade fika are served at Toppstugan.

Trails and different routes

Hoverbergsleden is nine kilometres long and runs along the foot of Hoverberget. The approximately six-kilometre-long Kyrkstigen passes through part of the nature reserve. The two trails differ in both length and route: Hoverbergsleden runs along the foot of the mountain, while Kyrkstigen crosses part of the protected area. There are also several trails on and around Hoverberget, marked with direction and distance signs as well as maps.

Trollstigen is another option for a walk. It is a seasonal trail for all ages; its stated opening period is from late May to early October. Check whether the trail is open before visiting. Seasonal information is also relevant when planning around the cave and Toppstugan: check access to the cave before travelling, while the offering at Toppstugan is explicitly limited to summer.

By the water and around Bergs Kyrka

The Balviken bathing area on Lake Storsjön has a sandy beach, a grassy shoreline, changing rooms and a barbecue area. Two kayaks were available to rent at Strandgården. If you are planning a kayaking trip, confirm in advance whether rentals are available.

Bergs Kyrka was inaugurated on 9 July 1797 and is one of the largest churches in Jämtland. Pärlstigen follows the shoreline through the varied surroundings of the church. The trail was inaugurated in 2023. This means that the same place offers a historic church building and a trail along the shoreline, appealing to different interests: you can combine a church visit with a walk without conflating the two.

If your plans depend on a seasonal offering, take note of the relevant opening information and confirm kayak rental availability in advance.

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