Höljes offers several distinct reasons to travel: a heated outdoor swimming pool that opens seasonally, fishing opportunities in lakes and flowing waters, a trail through the Havsjöskogen Nature Reserve, and a motor stadium that hosted a round of the Rallycross in 2026. When planning, it is worth keeping these themes separate. For the outdoor pool, the season matters; for fishing, the applicable permit; and for motorsport, the specific event date. This makes it easier to tailor your stay to your main interests.

Water: Outdoor Pool and Fishing

Höljesbadet is a heated outdoor swimming pool in Höljes and is open only in summer. Check the current opening hours before visiting so your swimming day fits the seasonal opening period. The outdoor pool is a different option from the waters where you can fish around Höljes: swimming is the focus here, while there you can choose between lakes and flowing waters.

Norra Finnskoga FVOF offers varied fishing opportunities in lakes and flowing waters around Höljes. Fishing is subject to the applicable fishing permit. The fishing area includes Klarälven, Höljan and Höljessjön. These names give you specific places to consider when planning a fishing trip, rather than searching only in general terms for fishing opportunities.

For a stay focused on water, the practical considerations differ significantly. The outdoor pool’s summer opening is key; for fishing, the permit and choice of water go hand in hand. This helps you choose the right activity for your travel dates and main interests.

The Lake and Trail as Different Attractions

Höljessjön is the regulating reservoir for Höljes power station and is about 12 kilometres long. At the same time, it is part of the Norra Finnskoga FVOF fishing area. This means two different themes come together at the lake: its role as a reservoir and its inclusion in a fishing area. Its approximate length gives you a sense of the lake’s size; for fishing plans, its inclusion among the FVOF waters is also relevant.

The Nordvärmlandsleden offers a different point of reference. It runs from Höljes in the north to Branäs in the south and passes through the Havsjöskogen Nature Reserve. For hiking plans, the route between these two place names and its connection to the nature reserve are key. The trail is a clear contrast to the individual bodies of water: here, the focus is on a route through the landscape; there, on a named lake or fishing area.

When weighing up activities in Höljes, you can distinguish between bodies of water and the trail route. Höljessjön combines its function as a reservoir with its place in the fishing area; the Nordvärmlandsleden is defined by its north–south direction and the route through Havsjöskogen. These offer different ways to plan a stay, rather than the same kind of outing.

Motorsport and Culture

From 3 to 5 July 2026, Höljes Motorstadion hosted the Euro RX of Sweden, the third round of the FIA European Rallycross Championship. This date refers to a past race. If you would like to plan a future trip around motorsport, please check the relevant event dates.

One cultural point of interest is Finnskogajätten, created by wood sculptor Lasse Kuparinen in 1987. The artist and year of creation give the work a specific historical context, adding an artistic dimension to the themes of nature, water and motorsport.

Two factors are particularly important when choosing your travel dates: the outdoor pool is open only in summer, while a motorsport visit depends on specific race dates. For fishing, the permit and choice of water matter; the hiking trail can be identified by its direction and route through Havsjöskogen. These differences can help you decide what to focus on before looking for accommodation.

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