27B Tråbacken - Krylbo | Bruksleden

Stage 27B is a slightly hilly but still easy route where you mostly walk along paths but also a bit on asphalt and gravel roads. At the beginning of the route, after about 600 m, you can make a detour and experience the visents at close range1. After another 1 km you arrive at Dalälven and Gamla Byn. Gamla Byn consists of former workers' dwellings dating back to the 1600s. From here you continue your walk on the so-called river promenade along the Dalälven. You can take the opportunity to take a trip to Verket/Avesta Art. A magical mix of history, art and modern technology. The old ironworks from 1874 has been transformed from a heavy, sooty and rumbling industrial environment into a new meeting place in the heart of Avesta, Koppardalen. Along the Dalälven river promenade and past the exciting dead falls2, you get to the final destination Avesta Krylbo station.

PLACES TO VISIT ON THE WAY

Avesta visitor park

Welcome to one of northern Europe's most important breeding facilities for the conservation of the European bison. Avesta Visentpark is a destination for the whole family! There is a cozy barn café where you can enjoy homemade coffee or a light lunch indoors or in the lush garden. There is an exhibition barn with visent facts, a small souvenir shop and the opportunity to participate in guided tours1

Old village

Gamla byn in Avesta is a mill community dating back to the 1600s. Here you can have a picnic on Holmen overlooking the Dalälven or stroll among old red houses in an idyllic setting. If you want to experience a digital journey back in time, take a walk through 400 years in Avesta's oldest settlement - Gamla byn

Verket/Avesta Art

The stately old ironworks buildings in Avesta are today a museum and cultural arena unlike many others, filled with unique experiences. Every summer, Verket is home to Avesta Art which brings together world-class Swedish and international contemporary art, with a new exhibition every year.

RESTING PLACES

You will find several places along the road to Krylbo. In the Old Village you have large green areas to have a picnic and after the Dalälven river walk there are rest areas with the opportunity to barbecue.

LODGING AND EATING

There are many opportunities to both stay and eat along stage 27. There are plenty of accommodation options in both hotels and hostels close to the trail. In Avesta center, Koppardalen and Krylbo there is a good selection of food for different tastes.

SHOP FOR FOOD

You will find grocery stores in Avesta center and Krylbo close to the trail.

1 See current opening hours at https://avesta.se/avesta-visentpark/

2 Read more about the deadfall at https://avesta.se/