Ångermanälven

The Ångermanälven stretches 460 kilometers through Swedish Lapland and Västernorrland County, flowing southeast into the Gulf of Bothnia near Härnösand.

The river's name derives from Old Norse, meaning deep fjord, and has shaped regional development through centuries of maritime commerce and transportation.

Communities along the river banks maintain strong connections to water-based traditions, including fishing practices and seasonal celebrations.

The navigable section extends 80 kilometers upstream from the mouth, supporting lumber transportation and providing access to multiple hydroelectric stations.

The river system features an internal bifurcation called Vängelälven, creating a natural water division that affects local flow patterns.

GPS coordinates: 63.77922,17.03516

Latest update: March 22, 2025 03:00