Skellefteå Town

The city of Skellefteå has a long mining and smelting tradition combined with world-class institutions and a constantly growing industrial sector. Skellefteå is known as “The Gold City”, and the world-renowned Skelleftefältet (Skellefteå tract) is one of the richest mineral areas in the world and has a rich seam of gold. The area is home to the Swedish Geological Survey’s Mineral Office, the non-profit organisation Georange, educational institutions and a large number of major companies within the mining industry. Excellent infrastructure gives access to the whole Nordic and Russian mining market and the airline connections are also very good. Stockholm Arlanda International Airport is only one hour away. Skellefteå Municipality has a population of 73,000 and, in addition to the mining and forestry industries, the city is known for its vibrant music scene and its passion for sports. 

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Climate

June temperatures are around 15 degrees Celsius, but come prepared for even colder temperatures. If you are planning outdoor activities, consider packing rain clothes and good walking shoes.