Sillhällorna

Sillhällorna is part of Västerbotten’s largest rock outcrop area. The name likely dates back to the time when herring was dried on the rocks. Today, the site attracts hikers and swimmers and is especially popular among photographers thanks to its striking rock formations and unique landscape.

Here, the movement of the inland ice is clearly visible, and several shoals off the coast of Sillhällorna are now partially above the waterline—thanks to land uplift. You can reach the area by following the hiking trail from the radio towers near the turnoff to Jungfrugraven. This is where you’ll also find The Mermaid, watching over passing seafarers—a graduation project by prop-making student Sofia Viklund.

In the summer months, it’s a popular destination—a perfect combination of sun-warmed cliffs and refreshing dips in the sea. In winter, when the ice is thick, ice fishing draws visitors, as the area is rich in whitefish. The stunning scenery and shifting seasons make Sillhällorna worth a visit all year round—especially for photography enthusiasts.

Bjuröklubb Chapel

A chapel likely existed in the area as early as the Middle Ages. The current chapel standing on the site was built in 1864 and is maintained by the Bjuröklubb Chapel Association. It is open during the summer months for weekend services and can be booked for weddings and christenings.

The first chapel built on this location was erected in 1658 and remained until 1861. In the 1800s, the chapel served as a gathering place for the fishing community that lived here seasonally—around 64 fishing teams, totaling 200–300 people during the summer. It was customary for the fishermen to gather at the chapel for devotions before heading out to sea.

The present chapel, built in 1864, seats around 200 people. It is available for wedding and christening bookings. Services are generally held every weekend during the summer, starting on Midsummer Day. The number of visitors often exceeds the chapel's capacity, so it is now possible to listen to the sermon outdoors, thanks to a sound system installed by the association a few years ago.

Jungfruhamn Grave

During the 13th and 14th centuries, Jungfruhamn was a harbor likely used for fishing and seal hunting. However, by the mid-1600s, it became unusable due to land uplift. Evidence suggests that the fishing settlement was relocated when the harbor became too shallow—the new location being near the site where the chapel stands today.

Adjacent to Jungfruhamn is Jungfruhamnsgraven, an intriguing ancient site. It consists of a stone embankment and may once have been a bogårdsmur—a stone wall that surrounded a chapel during the Catholic era (pre-1500s). It could also have served as a temporary burial ground.

Hiking at Bjuröklubb

Discover the scenic beauty of Bjuröklubb by following trails through forests and across rocky outcrops—a place where history blends with old legends.

Within the Bjuröklubb Nature Reserve, there are three marked hiking trails of varying lengths:

• Fornstigen, a short 0.3 km detour near the lighthouse, features an accessible viewing ramp and a summer café.

• Gärdviken Trail, a 2.4 km path located on the edge of the nature reserve.

• Bjuröklubb Trail, a 6.2 km loop trail with options to either complete the full route or take a shorter path.

Trail map available.

Swimming at Bjuröklubb

Bjuröklubb is home to Storsand, Västerbotten’s longest seaside beach, attracting many visitors during the summer months. If you prefer more seclusion, the rocky cliffs along the coast offer excellent spots for a refreshing dip in the sea.

Storsand

This is Västerbotten’s longest sea beach, drawing crowds in the summer. The light, fine sand slips easily between your toes, and on calm, sunny days, the beach can feel like a southern European getaway.

Rocky Cliffs

The warm rock formations stretching along the coastline are a wonderful alternative to the sandy beach, perfect for sunbathing or a tranquil swim.

Harbor Area with Sauna

You can extend the bathing season by using the warming sauna—free to book for one hour. Booking is done via a list on-site; advance reservations are not available.

Please note that the following are not permitted:

• Disturbing wildlife, such as through close-up photography of bird nests.

• Bringing unleashed dogs or other free-roaming pets.

• Lighting fires except in designated areas.

• Operating motorized vehicles outside designated roads and trails.

• Parking outside designated areas.

• Breaking branches, cutting down or otherwise damaging living or dead trees and shrubs, collecting seeds, or damaging vegetation in any way, such as digging up herbs, grasses, mosses, or lichens.

• Camping or placing caravans outside designated areas.