

SUNNE MUNICIPALITY
Spectacular Sunne
Sunne aims to be a place where life is simple and everything feels possible. Here, people are close to one another, and we foster collaborations that give you the courage to aim high. We care about living a safe and sustainable life in a place that’s open to the world. We help each other!
Community and Security
The best thing about Sunne is the sense of community and safety. There’s a spirit and attitude here that makes it okay to both succeed and fail. Outside the town of Sunne, you’ll find the larger villages of Bjälverud, Gräsmark, Lysvik, Stöpafors, Västra Ämtervik, and Östra Ämtervik. What they all have in common is their proximity to lakes and beautiful natural surroundings.
Sunne offers a wide range of services with a high standard, including many preschools, schools, and after-school programs both in the town center and in the surrounding areas. Here, you can pursue your dreams through academic and vocational studies at both upper secondary and post-secondary levels.



Cultural Experiences and an Active Lifestyle
Sunne offers many popular attractions and events, such as Fryksdalsdansen and Culture Week in Sunne. Our top destinations include Rottneros Park, Selma Lagerlöf’s Mårbacka, Alma Löv Museum of Unexp. Art, and Sunne Sommarland. There’s a wide and active community life here, contributing to a vibrant local scene.
Be inspired by art and culture, or take a stroll through the cozy shops in our charming town center. If you’re looking for peace and quiet in nature, Sunne offers fantastic hiking opportunities among lakes, forests, and beautiful landscapes.
Did You Know... Astrid Lindgren got the inspiration for The Brothers Lionheart during a train ride on the Fryksdalen Line, on her way to Sunne to receive the Selma Lagerlöf Literary Prize. When she saw the beautiful landscapes around Sunne, she knew exactly what Nangijala looked like!
A Strong and Diverse Business Community
In Sunne, there’s room for both world-leading companies and local producers. We create the conditions needed to support the growth of existing businesses, encourage entrepreneurship and startups, and attract new establishments.

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Move to Sunne
In Sunne, you'll find helpfulness and a sense that others wish you well. We care about living a safe and sustainable life in a place that is open to the world. Every year, we organize after-work events where those who have recently moved to Sunne, or have received Swedish citizenship, get the opportunity to make new friends and meet representatives from Sunne Municipality.

Facts About Sunne
Population: 13 460 residents (2023)
Area: 1 448 km²
Town: Sunne
Villages: Gräsmark, Lysvik, Bjälverud, Stöpafors, Västra Ämtervik, Östra Ämtervik
Average house price: 1 731 000 SEK (2023)
Number of businesses: 3 400 (2023)
Major employers: Tetra Pak Packaging Material, Rottneros bruk, Sunne Municipality
Images and facts provided by Sunne Municipality.