Major city · Sweden
Älvkarleby
Half a day: see the Dalälven river mouth and Rullsand beach, then move on. One night if you fish or golf.
Älvkarleby is a small river-mouth town in northern Uppsala County, where the Dalälven meets the Baltic. Its main draws are the long sandy beach at Rullsand, salmon fishing in the river, and the bizarre Dragon Gate hotel. Most travellers pass through on the E4 or the Upptåget train between Uppsala and Gävle.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- SEK
- Best months
- Jun–Aug
- avoid Nov–Feb (cold, short days)
- Airport
- ARN
- Nights
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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.
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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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Älvkarleby112 ▾
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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 Älvkarleby, 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.
- AirportcheckARN Stockholm Arlanda (About 1 h 30 min by train via Uppsala or Gävle; check connections.).
- Getting aroundThe town is small enough to walk.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeSEK 25–40 (≈ US$3–5)
- Sit-down mealDinner (main course)SEK 150–250 (≈ US$16–30)
- Street or quick mealLunch (sandwich or salad)SEK 80–130 (≈ US$9–14)
- BeerBeer (draught)SEK 60–90 (≈ US$7–10)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi from station to centreSEK 100–150 (≈ US$11–16)
- Budget bedSTF hostel dorm bed, a night, per personSEK 350 (≈ US$40)
- Mid-range bedÄlvkarleö manor double room, a night, per roomSEK 1,200 (≈ US$130)
- High-end bedÄlvkarleö manor double room, a night, per roomSEK 2,000 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget SEK 500 (≈ US$55) · Mid SEK 1,000 (≈ US$110) · High SEK 2,000 (≈ US$250)
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
- ARN Stockholm Arlanda (About 1 h 30 min by train via Uppsala or Gävle; check connections.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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Feb
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0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Mar
not flagged
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Apr
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
May
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Jun
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jul
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Aug
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Sep
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Oct
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Nov
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Dec
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Best: Jun–Aug. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)), coolest Jan (−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C) low), wettest Nov (11 rain days), driest Apr (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Älvkarleby: 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
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
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Feb
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Mar
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16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
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Jun
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
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Jul
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
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Aug
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
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Sep
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
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Oct
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3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
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Nov
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
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Dec
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
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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
The town is small enough to walk. The train station is 2 km from the centre; a taxi or a 25-minute walk. Bicycle rental check.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Gävle
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Upptåget train, about 15 min
Furuvik zoo and amusement park is just across the county border.
Uppsala
goDoor to door: About 1 h 15 min
Upptåget train, about 1 h
Cathedral, university and royal mounds.
Tierp
goDoor to door: About 20 min
Upptåget train, about 10 min
Small town with a medieval church.
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 / near the station
Älvkarleö manor and the STF hostel are within walking distance of the station.
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
- SEK 500–800 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- Mid
- SEK 800–1,500 (≈ US$85–160) excl. bed
- High
- SEK 1,500 (≈ US$160)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Älvkarleö manor double room1 × 1 night × SEK 1,200 | SEK 1,200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × SEK 1,000 | SEK 2,000 |
| Fishing permit (day)2 × SEK 200 · check | SEK 400 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | SEK 360 |
| Trip total≈ SEK 1,980 per person per day, bed included | SEK 3,960≈ US$450 |
2026 estimate in SEK; flights and rail passes excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | SEK 25–40 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Lunch (sandwich or salad) | SEK 80–130 (≈ US$9–14) |
| Dinner (main course) | SEK 150–250 (≈ US$16–30) |
| Beer (draught) | SEK 60–90 (≈ US$7–10) |
| Taxi from station to centre | SEK 100–150 (≈ US$11–16) |
| Train Uppsala–Älvkarleby (Upptåget) | SEK 100–150 (≈ US$11–16) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- The train station is 2 km (1.2 mi) from the centre; plan the walk or arrange a lift.The train station is 1.2 mi (2 km) from the centre; plan the walk or arrange a lift.
- Dragon Gate is partly open; check its website before going.
- Fishing permits are required for Dalälven; buy them locally or online.
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
Embassies in Stockholm; nearest consulate in Gävle (check).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Upptåget Uppsala → Älvkarleby: about SEK 100–150 (≈ US$11–16), about 1 h (check)
- Taxi station → centre: SEK 100–150 (≈ US$11–16)
Say or show
- Hej — Hello (hey)
- Tack — Thank you (tack)
- Hur mycket? — How much? (hoor mycket)
- Var är stranden? — Where is the beach? (var air stranden)
- Pratar du engelska? — Do you speak English? (pratar doo engelska)
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 Älvkarleby. 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 · avoid Nov–Feb (cold, short days) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Rullsand, Dragon Gate and Älvkarleö manor with verified opening hours.
- Fishing permit details and season dates.
- Train timetable fixture for Upptåget Uppsala–Gävle.
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