Finally got to Tännforsen. It's Sweden's largest waterfall, sitting near Åre in Jämtland, and it had been on my list for a while. The drop is around 37 metres, with a width of about 60 metres, and in spring, when the snow up in the mountains is melting, the volume of water coming over the edge is something else. It's less about height and more about sheer force at that time of year. What surprised me is that it's not just a spring or summer sight. In winter, the cold turns the spray and the flow into ice, and the waterfall freezes into these huge, dramatic ice formations. It's a completely different waterfall depending on when you show up. There are several viewpoints around Tännforsen, so you can walk around and see it from a few different angles rather than just one fixed spot. Between the falls themselves and the forest and lakes surrounding the area, it's easy to see why it's one of the more popular destinations in northern Sweden.
Tännforsen
Waterfall height
Plan your visit to Tännforsen
Please verify on the official website before you go
Why is Tännforsen famous?
Tännforsen is Sweden's largest waterfall by volume, flowing with approximately 27 cubic meters per second on average. It's a popular tourist attraction in the Jämtland region, known for its impressive power and accessibility, drawing thousands of visitors annually to witness its dramatic 38-meter cascade.
Can you swim at Tännforsen?
No — Tännforsen is a powerful waterfall not safe for swimming. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Are dogs allowed at Tännforsen?
Dogs allowed on-leash on trails and viewing areas. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Is Tännforsen free? Do you need a permit?
Free to visit. No entry fee or permit required. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Is there parking at Tännforsen?
Free parking area available at the waterfall site with easy access from the parking lot. Facilities include viewing platforms and a café. Please verify on the official website before you go.
How long is the hike to Tännforsen?
Roadside/no hike — short walk of approximately 100-200 meters from the parking area to the main viewing platforms. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Tännforsen hike difficulty
Easy/Roadside (no hike) — paved or well-maintained paths from parking to viewing platforms with minimal elevation change. Please verify on the official website before you go.
When is the best time to visit Tännforsen?
May to October for best access and viewing conditions, with peak flow in May-June during snowmelt. Winter visits possible but road access may be limited. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Route and trail notes for Tännforsen
From the parking area, follow the short paved path to the main viewing platform which offers excellent views of the waterfall. Multiple viewing platforms and walkways allow you to see the falls from different angles. A café and visitor facilities are located near the parking area.
Tännforsen official website
Attractions near Tännforsen
- •Åre Ski Resort — Sweden's premier alpine ski destination, 30 km away
- •Ristafallet — scenic waterfall about 15 km north
- •Tännäs — small mountain village nearby with hiking and cross-country skiing
- •Handöl Waterfall — another waterfall in the region accessible by scenic drive
Safety information
Waterfalls can be unforgiving. Read these before you go — and please, use your judgement on the day.
Full safety guide →Questions & answers
No questions yet — be the first to ask.