Overview
Falun, the administrative centre of Dalarna, is built around the historic copper mine that made it Sweden's second-largest city in the 1600s. The mine, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers underground tours of the Great Pit and a fascinating mining museum.
Architecture · Festivals · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
Free Wi-Fi at the City Library (Falu Stadsbibliotek) and likely at hotels.
Hours
Most shops and attractions are open daily, but check individual listings.
Money
Swedish krona (SEK). Credit cards widely accepted, but cash is useful for small purchases. ATMs available.
Transport
Falun is about 3 hours from Stockholm by train or road.