The English park
Created in the eighteenth century, the park combines open lawns, mature trees, winding paths, and views across the Dalälven.
Discover Söderfors
Söderfors Manor stands beside the Dalälven, surrounded by calm water, green forests, and historic mill buildings. Walk, fish, paddle, cycle, or simply slow down and enjoy the landscape.
Discover the countryside around Söderfors Manor
The manor sits in the Lower Dalälven River Landscape biosphere reserve. Explore quiet paths, paddle at sunset, fish in the river, or walk among old oaks and historic landmarks.
The Widows' House
Widows of the mill directors and clergy once lived in this historic building beside the manor. Its architecture and preserved details make it a rewarding stop in the old mill district.
Walking trails
Paths lead through woods, beside the water, and past historic sites. Choose a short stroll or a longer route, with the Gästrikeleden trail also within reach.
Fishing in the Dalälven
The sheltered bays around Söderfors hold pike, zander, and perch. Fish from the bank or hire a boat; permits and local advice are available at reception.
Bredforsen Nature Reserve
A few kilometres from the manor, the Dalälven divides into channels and rapids around rocks and islands.
This Unesco-designated biosphere landscape has marked trails, rest areas, barbecue spots, and abundant birdlife.
The Greek Temple
This eighteenth-century classical pavilion stands in the English park. Its columns and river view have made it one of Söderfors's best-known landmarks.
Museums of Söderfors
The local heritage association runs the local museum, Gammelgården, the Widows' House, and the forge, preserving settings and objects from the ironworks era.
Bruksgallerian brings history together with contemporary art and exhibitions.
Tierp Church
Built around 1300, Tierp Church is one of Uppland's largest medieval rural churches.
Two eleventh-century runestones stand by the north wall of the churchyard.
Fishing and boat trips on the Dalälven
Join a fishing and nature trip through broad reaches, sheltered bays, and flowing water around Untrafjärden, Kågbosjön, and Bredforsen.
The river holds pike, perch, zander, grayling, and trout. Longer trips can include a picnic stop, swimming, or watersports. Prices start at SEK 1,500.
Getting here
- Söderfors Manor is 90 minutes from Stockholm, 60 minutes from Arlanda Airport, and 30 minutes from Gävle.
- Take the E4 north from Stockholm, exit at Tierp, and follow signs for Söderfors.
- You can also take the train to Tierp and continue by bus or taxi. We can arrange coaches or private transfers for groups.
- Free parking and electric-vehicle charging are available on the estate.
What's on nearby
Nature, history, culture, and events surround Söderfors Manor. These suggestions make it easy to add another experience to your stay.
Tierp Arena
One of Sweden's best-known motorsport venues hosts racing, drifting, competitions, and vehicle meets.
Scheduled for 2026: the Swedish Drift Championship final, 21–23 August, and Speedevents Finals, 25–27 September.
Rospiggarna Speedway
This classic Swedish speedway club races at Hisstech AB Arena in Hallstavik. Check the club's site for fixtures and tickets.
Events in Hedesunda
Hedesunda offers music, culture, markets, midsummer celebrations, and summer events beside the Dalälven.
Furuvik
Furuvik combines a wildlife park, fairground, water park, and concerts.
Furuvik Live 2026 includes A*Teens on 22 August, Thomas Stenström on 29 August, and Felicia on 5 September.
Explore Söderfors independently
Collect trail maps from reception and discover historic sites and countryside at your own pace.
The Söderfors calendar lists activities and events during your stay.
The Söderfors Local Heritage Association preserves and shares the story of the ironworks, its buildings, its people, and the traditions that shaped the community.
A living part of local heritage
The association helps visitors understand the mill district, historic buildings, the Dalälven, and the culture that remains here.
Its walks and tours cover the ironworks, anchor making, the manor, the Greek Temple, and Ankarbacken.
Traditions that continue
The association helps arrange Walpurgis Night, Midsummer, guided walks, heritage activities, and local gatherings.
Stories, traditions, and local people keep Söderfors's heritage alive.
