Lightning firesOf course, coffee tastes best when made over an open fire. And naturally, a camp fire raises the spirit and body temperature of tired walkers. Therefore it’s permitted to light fires in Gränslandet, but only in some places and under certain circumstances. Four important rules of thumbRegulations for open fires are complex. In Norway, different rules and dates apply in different areas. In Sweden, different regulations apply in the separate areas in Gränslandet. Below are some general rules that apply everywhere.
Fire bans in Sweden and NorwayIn Norway it’s not permitted to light fires in the forest from 15 April to 15 September. But you can light fires on the bare mountain. There are also two approved fireplaces which can be used during the fire ban period. One is located where the river Mugga discharges into Lake Femunden and the other at the Langtjønnbua hut. The fire authorities in Sweden issue bans when there is a high fire risk. All forms of open fires are prohibited during a ban. Information about fire bans is published on the websites of county administrative boards and municipalities.
Photos: Naturcentrum AB.LinksFire risk map, Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI) » Fire ban in Norwegian forest land » Special regulations for certain areas
In the following areas it’s only permitted to light fires using the fire wood provided in prepared fireplaces:
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