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WE- MARIA & AGNE- WELCOME YOU WARMLY TO LAPPUDDEN Conference and Recreation Center of the High Coast, Northern Sweden
History of Lappudden
Lappudden is majestically situated in the village of Nordingrå in the heart of the High Coast, a World Heritage site in Northern Sweden. Surrounded by lush hills, deep valleys, crystal bays and unspoiled islands, the High Coast has continued to grow at a rate of 8 millimeters per year for the past 9600 years. This, and other unique natural phenomena, inspired UNESCO to designate the High Coast World Hertitage Site of 2000.
Lappudden has a long and rich history. By the 17th century the area was settled by the Sami, indigenous peoples of northern Sweden. As reindeer herders, the Sami sought grazing areas between the mountains and the coast. By the 18th century the Sami settled permanently in Lappudden and became known as “Sami of the Parish” suggesting that their lives as nomads had come to an end as they integrated into society. To support themselves, the Sami became handcrafters and horse slaughterers. At Lappudden you can see ancient artifacts from their settlements. During the 19th and 20th centuries, Lappudden was a farmstead until the community of Kramfors purchased the land in the 1940’s creating a recreation center for schools and local groups.
Lappudden Today – Accomodations and Activities
Purchased in 2008, we created AGMA Forntid & Äventyr AB Conference and Event Center at Lappudden. We are opened year round for pre-booked groups. Our large and pristine property, situated on Lake Vågsfjärden, makes Lappudden a perfect venue for wedding receptions, conferences, nature adventures, vacation accommodations and school camping events. We offer meal plans and there is a café on site. Tours of all kinds, both guided and un-guided, can be arranged at Lappudden or throughout the High Coast by AGMA Forntid & Äventyr.
Lappudden is opened everyday during the summer months.
Accomodations
At Lappudden, accommodations range from individual rooms to a variety of cabins. Cabins sleep 2, 4 or 5 people. One available cabin contains 2, two-room apartments with a shared bathroom. Every cabin is appointed with a mini-kitchen with stove and refrigerator; some of the apartments and cabins have bathrooms. There is a nearby building offering toilets, showers and a room for doing the washing up. During your stay you may rent our sauna, outdoor bath and traditional barbeque hut.
Pre-booking is not necessary for cabin rentals.
Food
In the Summer of 2009, we will open “Café Lappuden – The World Heritage Café.” We will offer sandwiches and cakes inspired by local food traditions. Lighter lunches will also be available for purchase.
Café Lappuden will be opened from 22 June – 7 August, Monday – Friday from noon to 4:00. The café will close on those days when Lappudden is booked for wedding parties.
If you would like to dine during your stay at Lappudden, we offer an “open air dinner” for our guests, a simple, tasty meal prepared by us and served in the beautiful outdoors. If you are a group of 12 or more, we can offer you lunch and dinner from either our normal menu or from our catering menu.
Nature Adventures and Equipment Rentals
If the outdoors is your fancy, you can choose from many activities at Lappudden. As a guest you may rent kayaks, canoes, bicycles or a small fishing boat. Rentals are available by the hour or by the day. Lappudden, situated on Lake Vågsfjärden with its many bays and islands, provides the perfect, serene environment to fill your day. If you choose to bike in the area, there are many narrow, hilly roads to explore and which lead to the old, charming fishing villages of Bönhamn and Norrfällsviken on the sea, approximately 15 kilometers from Lappudden.
Lappudden is also perfectly situated for trekking, whether you are heading out or ending a hike. We are located along the High Coast trail making us an active destination for trekkers.
For smaller groups we offer the following packages:
“The Combined Tour” Kajaking and trekking without a guide along the coast, accommodations, dinners and transfers included (offered to smaller groups all seasons except winter)
“The World Heritage Tour” Trekking without a guide along the High Coast trail, accommodations, dinners and transfers included (offered to smaller groups all seasons except winter)
“The Top Tour” Accompanied by a tour guide over a 2-day period, we will visit some of the most interesting and scenic mountain areas in Nordingrå and the High Coast. Accommodations and dinner at Lappudden.
“A Photo Adventure in our World Heritage Area” Accompanied by a tour guide over a 2-day period, excursions will take you to photograph our most spectacular High Coast scenery. Accommodations and meals included.
For more details about these tours, including pricing, phone or e-mail us.
Fishing
If fishing is your desire, this part of Sweden is a bountiful paradise. Throughout the High Coast, we offer both lake and sea fishing adventures on our pristine waters. For an easy and relaxed option, try your luck on your own by renting one of our boats for a day of fishing. Otherwise, we offer guided fishing tours that begin and end at Lappudden. We can arrange packages for any length of time for a day of fishing on either Lake Vågsfjärden or on the sea, with or without accommodations and meals.
Lappudden - Gift Certificates
In 2008 the favorite Christmas gift amongst Swedes was the nature adventure. Lappudden offers a wide range of gift ideas, from a relaxing sauna or an outdoor bath to the more ambitious trekking adventures or a day of fishing. Think of us the next time you are considering a gift for a partner, relative or colleague. Please contact us for ideas and details.
Prehistoric Adventures
For many years we- Maria and Agne- have organized school events that recall the area’s prehistoric history. During the Summer of 2009, we will begin to offer prehistoric activities to guests and tourists visiting Lappudden and the High Coast.
Mondays and Tuesdays in July, between 10:00 and noon, we will offer prehistoric adventures for children of all ages. Activities for adults are also available. On the outskirts of Lappudden, participants will be able to experience prehistoric styles of forging, wool-work and bread-making.
There is a nominal fee for participating. No pre-booking is necessary.
Directions to Lappudden
Driving north on highway E4, pass the High Coast Bridge and continue for approximately 20 kilometers, turning right when you reach the community of Ullånger and the sign “Nordingrå Kyrka” (Nordingrå Church). Follow this road for approximately 15 kilometers until you reach the sign “Lappudden” by Lake Vågsfjärden. Turn right onto the dirt road and follow for 1 kilometer. Turn left onto the cape and you will find Lappudden.
If you reach Nordingrå Church, you have driven too far. Turn around and drive back 1 kilometer and turn left.
Visitors address Lappudden 111 870 30 Nordingrå Phone 070-286 43 05, 070-625 07 83 eller 0613-203 50
www.lappudden.se info@lappudden.se
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