Bjurholm Municipality

Bjurholm Municipality is a rural administrative area in Västerbotten County in northern Sweden, comprising extensive forests, lakes, and scattered communities across the landscape. The region is characterized by open terrain where nature and countryside living define the everyday environment.

The municipality took its current shape in 1971 when administrative reforms merged Bjurholm with portions of neighboring territories. This reorganization established the foundation for how the region is governed today.

The municipal center features a reconstructed church from 1932, incorporating elements from previous structures including a preserved chandelier and bell metal.

The area is best explored by car since communities are spread across the wide territory. Visitors should allow time to travel and enjoy the quiet roads that wind through the landscape.

The Älgens Hus center houses a permanent elk resident and allows visitors to observe these large animals up close. The facility blends animal care with educational programs to build understanding of the local wilderness.