Storsjön
The fifth-largest lake in Sweden, with islands and mountain views, and the subject of a local monster legend.
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Östersund: airports, things to do and where to stay
Östersund is the capital of Jämtland, on the shores of Lake Storsjön, with the island of Frösön facing the town. It is a base for skiing, hiking and winter sports in the nearby mountains, and a local legend speaks of a monster living in the lake.
Östersund airports
From the airport to central Östersund
Åre Östersund airport is about 7 km from central Östersund.
Stadsbussarna
City buses link the airport with central Östersund. In winter there are also transfers to Åre timed with the flights; check the timetables before you travel.
Taxi
Taxis are the easiest way to reach Östersund; at a small airport it is best to book one in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Östersund?
Östersund is served by Åre Östersund (OSD).
How far is the airport from central Östersund?
Åre Östersund airport is about 7 km from central Östersund.
How do I get from the airport to central Östersund?
From Åre Östersund airport you can take Stadsbussarna (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Östersund?
Highlights of Östersund include Storsjön, Frösö kyrka, Jamtli, and Frösötornet.
Photo credits
- Storsjön: Andreaze, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Frösö kyrka: Andreas Erikssn, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Jamtli: No machine-readable author provided. TorsteinJ~commonswiki assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 2.5, Wikimedia Commons
- Frösötornet: Njaelkies lea, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons