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Welcome to Boden

With a climate that offers both the northern lights and the midnight sun and an exciting mix of the close to home and the remotely exclusive, Boden offers a destination for all seasons and all types of tourism. An Arctic gem that always welcomes and never closes.

Welcome to Boden, where you can travel by car, bus, train or plane through Sweden's beautiful landscapes filled with adventure and discovery. From the vast forests of the north to the winding roads through the mountains, every itinerary to Boden offers a spectacular exploration of Swedish nature.

The right of public access

Proximity to city life and village life, to forests, plains and water - but also proximity to the local and distinctive, what only Boden and its surroundings can offer. This is precisely what makes Boden's tourism industry so unique.

Getting here

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FLIGHT

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TRAIN AND BUS

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TAXI, TRANSFER AND CAR RENTAL

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Flight

From your home destination, the easiest way to travel is by flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Luleå Airport (LLA). Current airlines between the destinations are Norwegian and SAS.

Luleå Airport can be found only 40 km from Boden. The airport serves as a hub for international flights in northern Sweden and is the fifth largest airport in Sweden in terms of passenger numbers. Traveling to and from the airport is easy whether you choose your own car, transfer, air taxi or airport bus. At the airport you will find several car rental companies such as AVIS, Mabi, Budget, Europcar and Hertz.

Luleå Airport is the gateway to the attractive and exciting destination, Swedish Lapland, located in the northernmost part of Sweden.

Boden is also accessible from Arvidsjaur Airport, Kiruna Airport and Skellefteå Airport.

SAS
Norwegian
Ryanair
Trains and buses

Boden C is a railway junction and thus the city is easily accessible by train. The railway in Sweden is well developed and offers an exciting and environmentally friendly way to travel. Modern carriages take you through the landscape in a smooth and easy way. If you choose the night train from Stockholm C, you can book comfortable couchette or sleeping cars.

Trains are also an easy way to move on. From Boden C you can reach northern destinations such as Gällivare, Kiruna, Abisko, Riksgränsen and Narvik. A common journey is from coast to coast, starting in Luleå and then on to Narvik in Norway. Another trip that can be done as a day trip is Boden - Kiruna, where you take the early morning train to Kiruna and take the bus from Kiruna to Jukkasjärvi to visit the world-famous Icehotel. You then take the bus back to Kiruna and catch the train to Boden in the afternoon. New in 2021, you can take the train between Boden and Haparanda, which is also suitable for a day trip or traveling further in the region.

The bus service complements the train service well. Norrbottens Länstrafik takes you further out to places that the train cannot reach. In most cases, bus services run from railway stations. It is by bus that you get further into the region, towards the mountains etc.

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Vy train
SJ Train
Citybuss Boden
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Taxi, transfer and car rental

It is possible to pre-book Taxi to and from the airport. If you want to take a taxi at your destination, you can book it on the spot.

Several facilities have their own transfer, which you book at the same time as your accommodation or activity.

A rental car is another way that makes it easy to get to and from, as well as around the destination and the region. You get more out of your visit with a rental car.
Keep in mind that during the months of November to May, there are winter road conditions and therefore different conditions for safe driving. In summer, however, the road conditions are good and the light summer nights give you good visibility around the clock.

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Book a rental car at Luleå Airport:

Luleå Airport

Book a rental car in Boden:

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Avis
Frequently asked questions
LLA is about 35 kilometers from the center of Boden, so be prepared for some extra travel time to get into the city center.

Boden/area: 14.17 km².

Read here: https: //www.boden.se/nyheter/2019/boden-en-egen-stad

Read here: https://sv.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boden

Built in 1901, the Boden Fortress consists of five forts nestled in the mountains around Boden.

Boden/area: 14.17 km².

Read here: https: //www.boden.se/nyheter/2019/boden-en-egen-stad

Read here: https://sv.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boden

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The right of public access

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Moving to Boden

Therefore, things like littering, destroying nature and long-term tent camps are violations of the right of public access.

Under the right of public access, you can go almost anywhere in nature, but not too close to houses. You may also spend one or two nights on someone else's land, pick flowers, berries and mushrooms as long as they are not protected, and swim, boat and paddle in waterways.

However, you are not allowed to pass over plots of land, gardens, plantations or fields with growing crops. You are also not allowed to drive motorized vehicles in the countryside, damage trees or bushes, or harm animals.

An important part of the right of public access is to always take all rubbish from the place you have visited. Litter destroys nature and risks making animals sick if they eat it. Rubbish is also boring to look at. If you find any, feel free to take other people's litter with you. Together we can ensure that the right of public access continues to function as it was intended.

The right of public access - what does it mean?

Friluftsfrämjandet protects the right of public access to preserve outdoor environments and make outdoor life possible for everyone. But why does the right of public access exist and what does it mean?

What is the right of public access?

Allemansrätten is a crucial prerequisite for outdoor recreation in Sweden. It allows us to hike, paddle and camp almost anywhere we want. Around 80% of the land in Sweden is owned by private individuals and companies, but thanks to the right of public access, we can move around on private land and roads. How amazing is that?

However, the right of public access is not only a right but also an obligation. When we spend time in nature, it is important to show consideration for nature, wildlife, landowners and other visitors.

The rules of the right of public access

The right of public access is included in the Constitution, but is technically not a law. However, it is surrounded by laws that set limits on what is allowed. The basic rule is not to disturb or destroy.

The right of public access - what does it mean?

Friluftsfrämjandet protects the right of public access to preserve outdoor environments and make outdoor life possible for everyone. But why does the right of public access exist and what does it mean?

What is the right of public access?

Allemansrätten is a crucial prerequisite for outdoor recreation in Sweden. It allows us to hike, paddle and camp almost anywhere we want. Around 80% of the land in Sweden is owned by private individuals and companies, but thanks to the right of public access, we can move around on private land and roads. How amazing is that?

However, the right of public access is not only a right but also an obligation. When we spend time in nature, it is important to show consideration for nature, wildlife, landowners and other visitors.

The rules of the right of public access

The right of public access is included in the Constitution, but is technically not a law. However, it is surrounded by laws that set limits on what is allowed. The basic rule is not to disturb or destroy.

Therefore, things like littering, destroying nature and long-term tent camps are violations of the right of public access.

Under the right of public access, you can go almost anywhere in nature, but not too close to houses. You may also spend one or two nights on someone else's land, pick flowers, berries and mushrooms as long as they are not protected, and swim, boat and paddle in waterways.

However, you are not allowed to pass over plots of land, gardens, plantations or fields with growing crops. You are also not allowed to drive motorized vehicles in the countryside, damage trees or bushes, or harm animals.

An important part of the right of public access is to always take all rubbish from the place you have visited. Litter destroys nature and risks making animals sick if they eat it. Rubbish is also boring to look at. If you find any, feel free to take other people's litter with you. Together we can ensure that the right of public access continues to function as it was intended.

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