Bengtsfors

Bengtsfors is an administrative center in the Dalsland area with homes, shops, and public facilities arranged around a central zone. The town sits within a forested landscape in the Västra Götaland region of western Sweden.

In the late 1800s, the town grew into an important place because of timber and manufacturing work. These industries created the foundation for settlement that shaped the area as it exists now.

The town has kept its roots in craft traditions that still show up in local shops and workshops today. You can see everyday Swedish life here through the places where people gather and work.

The town has shops, schools, and other useful services for daily needs and activities. You can reach everything on foot or by car, and there are connections to surrounding areas.

The town sits surrounded by lakes and forests that are part of the natural setting of the region. This mix of town buildings and wild land around it makes it a good starting point for walks and exploring the surrounding landscape.

Location: Bengtsfors Municipality

Location: Dalsland

Elevation above the sea: 100 m

GPS coordinates: 59.02641,12.23278

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:49