Drifter Dave

Snow-covered forests, frozen seas, Arctic adventures, and cozy Scandinavian vibes - Luleå, Sweden is definitely one of a kind!

In this video, join me as I explore one of Sweden’s most underrated and undiscovered destinations, from breathtaking frozen landscapes to unique local experiences most travelers never hear about. Whether you’re planning an Arctic getaway, looking for hidden gems in Scandinavia, or just curious what life looks like near the Arctic Circle, my trip to Luleå might surprise you.

I begin my exploration of the city with two locals - Ali & Robin - who immediately brought me to Luleå's star attraction: the stunning 15th century church town of Gammelstad, located a short 10 minute drive north of the city. Here, you'll find centuries-old churches and parish houses, still standing the test of time in the harsh polar conditions. After, we make our way to the Hagnan Open Air Museum to check out some of the historic farmhouses (and meet an animal or two) before ending our time together over Fika - Sweden's most treasured cultural ritual. After saying our goodbyes, I end my tour of Luleå with a walk in the city center to check out its impressive mining crane, ending my day with a golden hour stroll on the frozen waters of the Gulf of Bothnia.

Luleå was much better than I anticipated, and it proved to be one of my new favourite cities in Scandinavia. Have you ever been this far north? Let me know your dream Arctic destination in the comments!

https://youtu.be/FQ7h4wmdn6Q

00:00 Intro
01:19 Harbour & City Center Walk
04:25 Gammelstad Church Town
08:39 Hagnan Open Air Museum
11:24 Mining
12:11 Fika @ Holms Bakery
16:25 South Harbour & Crane
18:15 Frozen Sea Ice Walk
22:55 Hotel: Elite Stadshotellet Luleå
23:16 Not Taking the Overnight Train
23:45 Hotel: Comfort Hotel Arctic
24:10 Outro

Episode 247 | | | Filmed April 2024

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