With soul
and heart
Friendly people make you feel right at home
Vilhelmina never stands still. The town is always bustling with entertainment, people, and events. And in the mountains, there’s plenty of space to breathe deeply and feel the peace, whether you’re hiking through forests and mountains, paddling on mountain lakes, going for a ski trip, or whizzing down from our mountain peaks.
Fascinating Facts
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Friendly and welcoming
Vilhelmina Municipality is a sprawling municipality situated close to magnificent mountains, lush forests, and beautiful lake landscapes. We have stunning natural surroundings that invite you to enjoy the outdoors year-round—and perhaps that is exactly what we are best known for.
Services and Community Functions
The municipality’s services are all located nearby, including schools, a health center, social services, and community facilities that make everyday life simple and easily accessible. Public transportation and good connections link the town to the rest of the region and make everyday travel easier.
A personal and warm atmosphere
In Vilhelmina, children grow up in safe, close-knit communities where small preschools and schools foster a personal, warm atmosphere. Proximity to nature shapes both daily life and education, giving children and young people plenty of space to explore, be active, and develop.
Natural Gathering Places All Year Round
There is a vibrant and active community life here, where sports, culture, outdoor activities, and local initiatives create natural gathering places all year round. Whether it’s evening workouts, music events, hikes, or volunteer projects, there’s always something to take part in—and people to meet.
Nature and Leisure Activities
Nature is an integral part of life here. Mountains, lakes, and vast forests offer opportunities for hiking, fishing, skiing, and outdoor activities year-round. No matter the season, there’s always an adventure just around the corner—or a quiet place to simply breathe.
The cultural scene is diverse and follows the changing seasons. During the summer, Vilhelmina comes alive with music, activity, and a sense of community as Nybyggarveckan and the Midnight Light Festival offer concerts, activities, and magical evenings under the midnight sun. When winter sets in, the traditions continue with the Wilhelmina Winter Weekend—a fast-paced festival featuring ice sculptures, competitions, and the classic ice pole sitting contest, which attracts both residents and visitors.
Good job opportunities
In the municipality of Vilhelmina, we work with everything from social services and education to culture, community development, tourism, and business. Our main areas of focus are elder care, as well as child care and education, but behind every initiative are people who want to make a difference. Here you’ll find a sense of community, pride, and quality of life—with easy access to nature, local services, and a community where you’ll quickly feel at home.
In the municipality of Vilhelmina, there are favorable conditions for businesses to grow and develop.
Job Openings in Vilhelmina Municipality – Platsbanken
Social Worker
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“I enjoy short decision-making processes and variety.”
Andreas Ludvigsson, human resources specialist in Vilhelmina