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Vansbro
Skip Vansbro unless you are doing the Vansbrosimningen swim in July or need a quiet forest stop on the way to Sälen or Älvdalen: half a day is enough.
Vansbro is a small municipality in western Dalarna, deep in the forests along the Västerdal River. The town itself has a few cafés and a riverside walk, but the main draw is the annual Vansbrosimningen open-water swim (part of the Swedish Classic Circuit). Most travellers pass through on the way to Sälen or Älvdalen.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- SEK
- Best months
- Jun–Aug
- avoid Nov–Mar (cold, dark, many services closed)
- Airports
- MXX · ARN
- Nights
- 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.
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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 Vansbro112 ▾
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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 Vansbro, 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
- SafetyVansbro is a safe, quiet town.
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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 15 min drive; limited flights.
- Getting aroundThe town is walkable.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee and a bun at a café40–60 SEK (≈ US$5–7)
- BeerBeer at a pub50–80 SEK (≈ US$6–9)
- Metro or bus rideBus Vansbro–Borlängeabout 120 SEK (≈ US$13) (check)
- Budget bedHostel bed or basic room, a night, per personSEK 400 (≈ US$45)
- Mid-range bedDouble room at Värdshuset Flottaren or similar, a night, per roomSEK 1,200 (≈ US$130)
- High-end bedDouble room at Värdshuset Flottaren or similar, a night, per roomSEK 1,800 (≈ US$190)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget SEK 600 (≈ US$65) · Mid SEK 1,200 (≈ US$130) · High SEK 2,200 (≈ 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
- MXX Mora–Siljan Airport (About 1 h 15 min drive; limited flights. Check.) · ARN Stockholm Arlanda (About 3.5 h drive or train to Borlänge then bus. Check.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
Feb
Avoid
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Mar
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Apr
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
May
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Jun
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jul
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Aug
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Sep
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Oct
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Nov
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Dec
Avoid
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Best: Jun–Aug. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)), coolest Jan (−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Apr (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Vansbro: 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)
10 rd
Feb
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
8 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)
7 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)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
11 rd
Jul
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
12 rd
Aug
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
12 rd
Sep
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°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)
10 rd
Nov
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
10 rd
Dec
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
10 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
The town is walkable. For the wider municipality you need a car; buses connect to Mora, Borlänge and Sälen but are infrequent.
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: About 1 h
Car, about 45 min north on E16
Ski resort in winter; hiking and mountain biking in summer.
Door to door: About 1 h
Car, about 50 min north on E16 then 70
Dalarna folk culture and the Älvdalen Church.
Malung
goDoor to door: About 50 min
Car, about 40 min south on E16
Leather town with a small museum and river beaches.
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.
Vansbro centre
A few hotels and B&Bs near the river; walk to cafés and the swim start.
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
- 600–900 SEK (≈ US$65–95) excl. bed
- Mid
- 900–1,500 SEK (≈ US$95–160) excl. bed
- High
- 1,500+ SEK excl. bed
Trip budget
| Double room at Värdshuset Flottaren or similar1 × 1 night × SEK 1,200 | SEK 1,200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × SEK 1,200 | SEK 2,400 |
| Car rental per day (small car)1 × SEK 600 · check | SEK 600 |
| Bus Vansbro–Borlänge one way2 × SEK 120 · check | SEK 240 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | SEK 444 |
| Trip total≈ SEK 2,442 per person per day, bed included | SEK 4,884≈ US$550 |
2026 estimate in SEK; flights and car rental excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee and a bun at a café | 40–60 SEK (≈ US$5–7) |
| Lunch special (dagens rätt) | 95–130 SEK (≈ US$10–14) |
| Beer at a pub | 50–80 SEK (≈ US$6–9) |
| Petrol, 1 litre | 18–20 SEK (≈ US$2–3) |
| Bus Vansbro–Borlänge | about 120 SEK (≈ US$13) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Vansbrosimningen weekend in July: accommodation books out months ahead.
- Many restaurants and shops close early or are seasonal; check opening hours.
- Winter: roads can be icy; winter tyres required Dec–Mar.
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 Vansbro–Borlänge: about 120 SEK (≈ US$13), about 1 h (check)
- Taxi Vansbro–Sälen: about 800–1,200 SEK (≈ US$85–130) (check)
Say or show
- Hej — Hello (hey)
- Tack — Thank you (tahck)
- Hur mycket? — How much? (hoor mycket)
- Pratar du engelska? — Do you speak English? (prah-tar doo eng-elska)
- Var är toaletten? — Where is the toilet? (var air twa-let-ten)
English is widely spoken; you can get by without Swedish.
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 Vansbro. 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–Mar (cold, dark, many services closed) · month by month →
- 2 airports 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 Vansbrosimningen with exact dates and registration deadlines.
- Eat pages for the few restaurants with seasonal hours verified.
- Sleep pages for Värdshuset Flottaren and other accommodation.
- Car-rental and bus-timetable fixtures for the region.
Sources
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