Umea

Umeå sits on the Ume River in Västerbotten County, Sweden, where the water approaches the Gulf of Bothnia amid the low, wooded coast of northern Sweden. Often called the City of Birches, it was rebuilt with broad birch-lined streets after a devastating fire in 1888; the trees were intended to help slow future fires. Umeå University gives the city a strong student presence, while the Bildmuseet presents contemporary art, photography and design. Winter brings long nights and snow, while summer light draws life toward the riverbanks and nearby coast. Find related webcams across Västerbotten County to build a fuller picture of Umeå and its northern Swedish setting.

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