Gallivare: Experience the Raft Fest
Gallivare is a small urban area and the seat of the municipality of Gallivare in the county of Norrbotten, Lapland, Sweden. Gallivare, Sweden was founded in the 17th century with almost 15,000 inhabitants. This town is notable for the 2008 VIVA World Cup where they served as a host for this prestigious event, and because they are recognized for such events, tourist rates kept on increasing per year. Gallivare has its local airport called Gällivare Airport (GEV)
Best Time to Visit
Based on the tourism rates, the best months to visit would be June to August, followed by January, whereas people can expect warm, comfortable weather conditions. The Flottkalaset Festival is an annual 2-day festivity in Gallivare that took place on an island using rafts to get across the raft bridge. This event was considered a cultural event and organized by Riksspelman Daniel Wikslund, a popular folk musician.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Located in the center of Gallivare, Scandic Gällivare Hotel serves a 4-star quality service and offers modern decorated rooms with spa and wellness center, sun terrace and ski storage room. The room is also filled with complimentary toiletries, bathrobes, electric kettles, and daily breakfast. Scandic Gällivare Hotel is also near to two of Gallivare's tourist attractions. The Dundret Sports Centre Ski Lift 1 can make everyone's winter fun and entertaining. There will be lifts that can make everyone see the beauty of Austria's highest mountains. Meanwhile, Aitik Copper Mine is Europe's largest open-pit copper mine, which also contains gold and silver. Another Gallivare Sweden hotels you can stay in is the Quality Hotel Lapland, which is near the train station.