Jämtland County

Jämtland County is an administrative region in northwestern Sweden characterized by mountains, forests, and numerous lakes throughout its landscape. Östersund, situated on the shore of Lake Stor, serves as its administrative and cultural center.

The county was formed in 1810 through the combination of two separate provinces into a single administrative entity. Östersund emerged in 1786 when King Gustav III established it as the new administrative center.

The Jämtli Museum in Östersund displays regional traditions through exhibits housed in restored buildings from the 15th to 18th centuries. These structures show how people in this region lived and worked in earlier times.

The region offers year-round outdoor activities, with skiing and winter sports being particularly popular during the colder months. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions and bring appropriate clothing for the season.

The region contains Sweden's northernmost runic stone, dating to the 11th century and marking the arrival of Christianity in these northern territories. This stone stands as evidence of long-established Nordic settlements in these remote areas.

Location: Sweden

Inception: 1810

Capital city: Östersund

Elevation above the sea: 402 m

Reference: Z

Shares border with: Västerbotten County, Västernorrland County, Gävleborg County, Dalarna County, Trøndelag, Innlandet

Website: http://z.lst.se

GPS coordinates: 63.00000,14.66667

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:25