A place that’s easy to love
The place where magnificent nature meets a vibrant city centre.
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Welcome to Piteå
Piteå is where sea, city and forest meet. Here you’ll find genuine northern warmth, a vibrant town centre, magnificent natural surroundings and experiences all year round – from summer’s sandy beaches to winter’s grand adventures.
What’s on in Piteå
Experience the moments that bring Piteå to life – from major events to small, magical moments.
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Other sports
16 June – 11 August 2026LF Arena -
Dance & festival
7 June – 26 July 2026Storgatan 3 -
Other sports
15 June – 29 July 2026Strömgatan -
Dance & festival
10 June – 26 August 2026Storgatan 3 -
More of fun
Wednesday, 17 JuneFramnäs Folkhögskolas Aula -
More of fun
Friday, 19 JuneStorstrand
Highlights of the summer
Summer is packed with things to do. Here we’ve put together some of the season’s highlights, from big crowd-pleasers to annual events that draw visitors year after year.
Arts and crafts and exhibitions
Piteå boasts a vibrant cultural scene with art and exhibitions to suit all tastes. Here you can discover everything from local artists and historical collections to temporary exhibitions in art, design and culture.
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13 August – 14 November 2026Kaleido -
14–17 July 2026Kaleido Piteå -
13 Oct 2025 – 31 Dec 2026Piteå Museum -
1 Jan 2024 – 31 Dec 2026Piteå museum -
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13 Oct 2025 – 31 Dec 2026The display window -
13 Oct 2025 – 31 Dec 2026Piteå Boat Museum
Shopping in Piteå
Piteå offers the best of both worlds – the vibrancy of city life and the tranquillity of nature. Here, there’s room for adventure, relaxation and authentic experiences all year round.
Day trips
There is plenty to discover in Piteå, with things to do in the Piteå countryside and throughout the municipality. Hiking or cycling are two great ways to find or visit your own special spot.
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A nice hiking trail in our ancestors’ footsteps. The archeology path is 7,5 km long, but you can also choose to walk a shorter part that is 2 km. It consists of a number of graves in great natural surroundings. Archeology path is in Jävre, where one of the oldest population groups is believed to have…
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Experience the mighty roar of Storforsen, swim, have a coffee or take a guided tour. The nature reserve was established in 1971 and expanded in 1997. Storforsen is located in the municipality of Älvsbyn and is Europe's largest unregulated rapids. The total length of the entire rapids, from start to finish, is 5 km with…
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Welcome to hike the Solander Trail along the coastal landscape of Norrbotten in Swedish Lapland. You can hike 230 kilometers between Luleå Airport outside Luleå in the north and the coastal village of Jävre, south of Piteå. You are hiking in an exciting landscape that is waiting to tell its story, a cultural history that stretches…
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In Piteå there is a wide range of cycle paths that take you to places that you would never be able to experience by car. The proximity to the water, the forest, the magnificent gardens of the villa plots, the works of art and the park benches is tangible, as are the smells and sounds.…
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Pite Havsbad – the Nordic Riviera! This is a long wite sandy beach of fine sand, shallow child-friendly sea, and one of two nudist beaches in the county of Norrbotten.
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SEARCH FOR CHECKPOINTS AND EXPLORE YOUR SURROUNDINGS WITH HITTAUT Since 2008 Hittaut has attracted thousands of participants to get out and look for checkpoints. Bring the Hittaut map on your walk, bike ride or run and you will activate both body and mind while searching for checkpoints. Perhaps you'll also explore something new. Collect codes…
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Welcome to the Cozy Urban Adventure Forest Here you’ll find: Bivouacs/shelters Tables and benches Fire pits A birdwatching dock The area is easily accessible: the main trail is wheelchair-friendly, there’s a large parking area, small side trails here and there, and several benches along the main path. An oasis of nature close to the city…
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Ecopark Rosfors is a unique area at Norrbottens coast land. Signs and paths will guide you through the extraordinary environment with a lot of things worth seeing for example Rosfors nature reserve, Lustgården reserve, Hällträsk reserve, Ristjäls mine and Bergtjärnsflygget. Ecopark Rosfors is one of Sweden's 36 eco-parks.
More fun for the whole family
Are you looking for something else to do this summer? Here you’ll find more ideas for experiences, activities and family favourites in Piteå.
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Welcome to 3000 square meters of play and fun. Start with a series of bowling, then move on to adventure golf. If you get hungry, you can always take a break and eat some food, or maybe a cooling ice cream. When the little ones needs activating, we recommend a visit to Nimby's World. After…
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Mini golf is a true summer classic and a must during your visit to Pite Havsbad. Challenge friends and family to a relaxed game on our mini golf course – perfect for both children and adults of all ages. A fun break between swimming, activities, and other holiday experiences. Clubs and balls are available for…
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Welcome to Piteå activity park: Norrstrand Multiarena. Here you will find 800 square meters to ride your skateboard, kickbike, inline skates or BMX. Choose between street or bowl, according to your ability and interest. Just a stone's throw outside the city is Norrstrand's activity area where you can have fun for a whole day. Why…
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Piteås city camping offers mostly pitches för the whole summer season, a pool, kiosk and miniaturegolf near both the city and the archipelago. A few pitches at a parking space nearby. No pitches available during events as Piteå Summer Games and Stora Nolia. Welcome.
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22–26 July 2026Piteå city -
26–28 June 2026Noliaområdet
From the past to the present
Discover places that hold stories from the past and which still contribute to Piteå’s unique character and charm.
All the flavours of Piteå
Everything from the perfect recipe for Piteå’s national dish, Pitepalt, to dishes made with ingredients sourced directly from the forest, lake and countryside.
