Bonnstan
The old church town of small wooden cottages, once used by farmers when they came to church services.
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Skellefteå: airports, things to do and where to stay
Skellefteå is a town in Västerbotten on the Skellefte River, close to the Gulf of Bothnia, known for its wooden architecture, its church towns and the Sara Cultural Centre, one of the tallest timber buildings in the world.
Skellefteå airports
From the airport to central Skellefteå
Skellefteå airport is about 15 km from central Skellefteå.
Local bus
Local buses link the airport with the town centre. Check the timetable, as departures may be limited.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside arrivals. In smaller towns it is best to book in advance.
Skellefteå
Things to do in Skellefteå
Sara kulturhus
A cultural centre with a hotel in a 20-storey timber tower, one of the tallest wooden buildings in the world, opened in 2021.
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Skellefteå landskyrka
A medieval stone church with a distinctive tower, one of the oldest buildings in the area.
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Lövånger kyrkstad
One of the best-preserved church towns in Sweden, with long rows of red wooden cottages, south of Skellefteå.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Skellefteå?
Skellefteå is served by Skellefteå (SFT).
How far is the airport from central Skellefteå?
Skellefteå airport is about 15 km from central Skellefteå.
How do I get from the airport to central Skellefteå?
From Skellefteå airport you can take Local bus (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Skellefteå?
Highlights of Skellefteå include Bonnstan, Sara kulturhus, Skellefteå landskyrka, and Lövånger kyrkstad.
Photo credits
- Bonnstan: Hans Lindqvist, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Sara kulturhus: Papmeister, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Skellefteå landskyrka: Xauxa Håkan Svensson, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Lövånger kyrkstad: Xauxa (Håkan Svensson), CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons