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Bruksvallarna

Bruksvallarna
Bruksvallarna Chapel
Bruksvallarna Chapel
Swedish county Jämtland
Municipalities of Sweden Härjedalen
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 95
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Bruksvallarna is a small village in Sweden. It is located in Härjedalen Municipality in Jämtland County. In 2010, only about 95 people lived there.

This village is special because it is very high up. It sits about 720 meters above sea level. This high location means Bruksvallarna gets a lot of snow. It also has a very long ski season, which is great for winter sports lovers!

Skiing Fun in Bruksvallarna

Because of all the snow, Bruksvallarna is a famous place for cross-country skiing. Many people visit the village to enjoy skiing. Both beginners and experienced skiers come here.

Bruksvallsloppet Competition

Every November, a big international competition takes place in Bruksvallarna. It is called Bruksvallsloppet. Skiers from all over the world come to race in this exciting event. It is a popular way to start the cross-country ski season.

The Bruksvallarna Chapel

The village has its own special building called the Bruksvallarna Chapel. This chapel was officially opened on September 2, 1978. It is a peaceful place for the community.

Chapel Features

Next to the main chapel building, there is a separate bell tower. This tower was built a little later, in 1980. The chapel belongs to the Tännäs-Ljusnedal parish. This parish is part of the Diocese of Härnösand.

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