Live your life in Ljusdal

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Ljusdal consists of the countytown Ljusdal, the tourist magnet Järvsö, Färila and the smaller com-munities Los, Hamra and Ramsjö. In the munici-nality there are approximately 19 000 inhabitants.

Short facts about Ljusdal

Quality of life everydayMany people choose to move to Ljusdal and the sur-rounding areas for the beautiful nature, peace, quiet and an easy life. Other factors include attractive housing, a very safe environment for children, good schools and a high standard of healthcare. Everything is close by so you don’t have to spend long hours between work, school, day care or the shops. All your needs and more is here and if you ever miss the big city pace, well Stockholm is only 3 hours away.

Affordable and attractive housingThere are plenty of opportunities to find a great place to live here. The availability of land plots in prime loca-tions is good and the municipal services in sanitation, water and sewage disposal is well developed. In 2012 the average cost of a house in Ljusdal and the surrounding area was roughly 800 000 SEK. There are also a large variety of apartments, farmhouses and country cabins to choose from. In Ljusdal municipality you can live in spacious and affordable housing in a very inspiring and relaxing atmosphere for both work and living.

Life should be about easy livingAre you tired of traffic jams, sky high living costs and a stressful environment? Are you longing to hear the birds singing whilst you drink your morning coffee living a less compli-cated life, in a place that has everything to offer? You’ve come to the right place! Welcome to Ljusdal!

The labour marketThe area offers a relatively wide and varied labour market. Companies within the service and tourism sectors have a solid base here and continue to grow. Even companies in the industrial sector have started hiring again. Ljusdal is well known for its entrepreneurs with a large amount of small businesses and is a great place to establish operations for those who want to. Entrepreneurs in Ljusdal are good at interacting and there are several well established groups, associations and business networks. They meet regularly to share knowledge and tips and advice. Business premises and land to build on are available in many desirable locations.

A well established broadband network provides opportunites for homebased work or studies. Good communications links also allow you to live in Ljusdal even if you work elsewhere. Närljus, which is Ljusdal Municipality’s Economic Development Agency, are actively working to develop both existing businesses and establish new ventures.

Childcare and schoolsLjusdal and the surrounding areas offer children a very safe place to grow up with many good preschool day care centres, both private and municipal. There is also parental cooperative day care to choose from, or registered child minding. For children over 6 years old there are many good elementary schools and two high schools. For adults there are lots of programs on offer at Komvux in the centre of Ljusdal. Mittuniversitet in Sundsvall and Högskolan in Gävle offer hundreds of university programs, several of them distance based.

Rich in cultureHälsingland is full of rich and varied culture, which blooms during the summer months. Theatre performances and barn dances run continuously. The beautifully decorated Hälsingland farmhouses open to the public and artists of all kinds have exhibitions. There is really something for everyone.

Sports, hobbies and activitiesLjusdal’s closeness to the forest and nature is a natural part of life here and this is also reflected in leisure activities. Fishing, skiing, golf, hockey, snowmobiling and cross country running are popular in the area. Many sports are well represented here; horse riding, swimming, tennis, bandy, curling, ice hockey and downhill and cross country skiing at Järvsö and Harsa.

Moving to LjusdalThere is help on offer for all those who chose to move to the area. The relocation service provided by Ljusdals municipality offer support, advice and answers to many questions that arise during a relocation. The relocation service can also contact real estate agents, companies and schools on your behalf, and arrange visits for you and your family to come and look at housing, day care, schools and businesses. You will find the contact information to the relocation service on www.ljusdal.se

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Lotta LiwBusiness DeveloperTel: +46(0)651-188 10, +46(0)70-240 53 92Email: lotta.liw@ljusdal.se

Stefan FärlinActing CEO and Business DeveloperTel: +46(0)651-188 03, +46(0)70-574 50 91Email: stefan.farlin@ljusdal.se

Jenny NorbergTourism Manager and Business DeveloperTel: +46(0)651-188 11, +46(0)70-200 64 60Email: jenny.norberg@ljusdal.se

Birgitta Bagge StridCoordinatorTel: +46(0)651-188 01, +46(0)70-368 16 46Email: birgitta.baggestrid@ljusdal.se

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About usNärljus is Ljusdal Municipality’s economic political foundation, which was founded in 1986 by the municipality and local entrepreneurs. The board consists of three businesses and three local politicians. We have over 25 years experience of collaboration and facilitating those who run their own businesses. Regardless of which stage your business is at, we can assist you with professional advice, making the right contacts and helping with quick decisions. We listen to your ideas, answer your questions and give you the tools needed to make your own decisions. Additionally we provide tips on where to turn in different situations and provide information on the important things you need to know as an entrepreneur.Our service is free and confidential.

Tommy HenriksenAdvisorTel: +46(0)651-188 05, +46(0)70-794 44 97Email: tommy.henriksen@ljusdal.se

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