Major city · Sweden
Malung
Half a day for the leather shops and a walk along the Västerdal River, or a stopover on the way to Sälen. Not a destination on its own.
Malung is a small town in western Dalarna, known for its leather craftwork and as the gateway to the Sälen ski resort. Most travellers pass through on the E45 or stop for a meal and a look at the river. The town itself has a handful of sights and a quiet centre.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- SEK
- Best months
- Jun–Aug (mild, festival), Dec–Mar (ski season nearby)
- avoid Apr–May (mud season, many things closed)
- Airport
- MXX
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Nordic countries ↗Decide light or dark before anything else: summer trips (June–August) and aurora trips (September–March in the Arctic) need different countries, clothes and bases.
- Nordic countries ↗Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland and the Faroes sell stronger alcohol only in state shops with short hours; buy before evening and before Sundays and holidays.
- Sweden ↗Sweden is in the EU and the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources; the EU's Entry/Exit System registers non-EU visitors at the first Schengen border.
- Sweden ↗Many shops, cafés, buses and even toilets do not accept cash: bring a card that works with PIN and contactless.
- Sweden ↗The right of public access (allemansrätten) lets you walk and camp for a night on most land; keep away from homes and leave no trace.
- Sweden ↗Drinks stronger than light beer are sold only at the state Systembolaget shops, which close in the evenings and on Sundays.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Malung112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Malung, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Swedish krona (SEK, kr); the euro is not used.Sweden-wide
- SIM or eSIMEU roaming applies for EU/EEA SIMs.Sweden-wide
- Tap waterTap water is excellent; ask for 'kranvatten', often free.Sweden-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Included; add 5–10% on the card terminal for good service.Sweden-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Sweden-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are clean but often card-paid (SEK 5–10 (≈ US$1–2)); cafés reserve them for customers.Sweden-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police, fire, ambulance · 114 14 police non-emergency · 1177 Health advice (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums often close on Mondays outside summer; Systembolaget closes around 19:00 weekdays, 15:00 Saturdays and all Sunday.Museums often close on Mondays outside summer; Systembolaget closes around 7:00 PM weekdays, 3:00 PM Saturdays and all Sunday.Sweden-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMXX Mora–Siljan Airport (About 1 h by car; limited flights.
- Getting aroundWalkable centre.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee and bunkr 40–60
- BeerBeer in a pubkr 60–90
- Budget bedHostel bed or guesthouse room, a night, per personSEK 400 (≈ US$45)
- Mid-range bedHotel double room, a night, per roomSEK 1,500 (≈ US$160)
- High-end bedHotel double room, a night, per roomSEK 3,000 (≈ US$350)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget SEK 600 (≈ US$65) · Mid SEK 1,200 (≈ US$130) · High SEK 2,500 (≈ US$300)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MXX Mora–Siljan Airport (About 1 h by car; limited flights. For most travellers, fly to Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) and drive or take a bus.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
Feb
Best
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Mar
Best
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Apr
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
May
Avoid
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Jun
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jul
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Aug
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Sep
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Oct
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Nov
not flagged
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Dec
Best
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Best: Jun–Aug, Dec–Mar. Avoid: Apr–May. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)), coolest Jan (−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Mar (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Malung: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
12 rd
Feb
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
9 rd
Mar
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
8 rd
Apr
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
8 rd
May
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Jun
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
11 rd
Jul
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
12 rd
Aug
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
12 rd
Sep
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
10 rd
Oct
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
11 rd
Nov
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
11 rd
Dec
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walkable centre. For the wider municipality, a car is essential. Bus line 121 from Borlänge and 311 from Mora serve the town.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 30 min
Car (30 km (19 mi), 25 min) or bus line 121/311Car (19 mi (30 km), 25 min) or bus line 121/311
Sweden's largest ski resort; also summer hiking and mountain biking.
Door to door: 1 h
Car (60 km (37 mi), 45 min) or bus line 311Car (37 mi (60 km), 45 min) or bus line 311
Zorn Museum, Vasaloppet finish line and lake Siljan.
Door to door: 50 min
Car (50 km (31 mi), 40 min) via road 66Car (31 mi (50 km), 40 min) via road 66
Elk safari and the Älvdalen bear park.
Vansbro
goDoor to door: 35 min
Car (40 km (25 mi), 30 min) via road 66Car (25 mi (40 km), 30 min) via road 66
River swimming and the Vansbro swim event.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Town centre
A few hotels and guesthouses near the river and main street.
Sälen
30 km (19 mi) north; more accommodation, especially during ski season.19 mi (30 km) north; more accommodation, especially during ski season.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- kr 600–900 excl. bed
- Mid
- kr 900–1,500 excl. bed
- High
- kr 1,500+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel double room1 × 1 night × SEK 1,500 | SEK 1,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × SEK 1,200 | SEK 2,400 |
| Bus Borlänge–Malung return2 × SEK 200 · check | SEK 400 |
| Car rental per day (small car)1 × SEK 600 · check | SEK 600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | SEK 490 |
| Trip total≈ SEK 2,695 per person per day, bed included | SEK 5,390≈ US$600 |
2026 estimate in SEK; flights excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee and bun | kr 40–60 |
| Lunch (dagens rätt) | kr 95–130 |
| Beer in a pub | kr 60–90 |
| Petrol (1 litre) | kr 18–20 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No train station: the nearest are Borlänge and Mora, then a bus.
- Dansbandsveckan (week 29) brings large crowds; book accommodation months ahead.
- Many shops and restaurants close early outside summer and ski season.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 112
- Police non-emergency
- 114 14
- Health advice
- 1177
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance112
- Police non-emergency114 14
- Health advice1177
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus Borlänge–Malung: about kr 100, 1 h 15 min (check)
- Bus Mora–Malung: about kr 80, 50 min (check)
- Taxi Malung centre to Sälen: kr 400–600
Say or show
- Hej — Hello (hey)
- Tack — Thank you (tack)
- Hur mycket? — How much? (hoor mycket)
- Pratar du engelska? — Do you speak English? (prahtar du engelska)
- Var är toaletten? — Where is the toilet? (var ar toaletten)
English is widely spoken; you don't need Swedish phrases.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Malung. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug (mild, festival), Dec–Mar (ski season nearby) · avoid Apr–May (mud season, many things closed) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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