What is the highest point in Dalarna province and how high is it?
The highest point in Dalarna province reaches 1,248 meters above sea level at Storvätteshågna. This peak dominates the northern part of the region known as Fjäll.
The highest point in Dalarna province reaches 1,248 meters above sea level at Storvätteshågna. This peak dominates the northern part of the region known as Fjäll.
Miners led by Engelbrekt Engelbrektsson rose against officers serving Eric of Pomerania in 1434. This event marked a significant rebellion within the historical province of Sweden.
UNESCO named the mining area of Stora Kopparberg in Falun a World Heritage Site. Several copper mines exist in the southern part of the province with Falun Mine being most notorious.
Vasaloppet takes place annually between Sälen and Mora usually on the first Sunday of March. This cross-country skiing race spans 90 kilometers making it the world's longest such event.
The population reached 121,208 people by 1841. This figure reflects the demographic state before the region adopted its modern county name in 1997.