Norrbotten County Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
county (län) in Sweden
About Norrbotten County
Lapland is the homeland of theSami:Sápmi. While Swedish settlers arrived to the coast in the 14th century, and Sweden claimed the land in the 16th century, the communities remained isolated, speaking either Sami, Meänkieli (close to Finnish), orbondska, a Nordic dialect group very different from standard Swedish. The demand for iron and wood induced a wave of colonization in the late 19th century with enormous investment in railways, mines and hydroelectric plants, which are today indispensable to the Swedish economy. In the late 20th century, the industries were automated, and the countryside was again depopulated, though tourism and space science have emerged as new businesses – and many of the Sami are still there. Seasonal variations of temperature and daylight are dramatic, and theMid
Where to Eat in Norrbotten County
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Kalix löjrom
Norrbotten County Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: