Saxnäs
and it's surroundings.
Saxnäs
is located in southern Lapland. It is the crossroads where
two cultures meet: the indigenous Lapps and the settlers.
This is the place where mythology and folklore mix; it
is where many artists, such as Asger Jorn, have sought
and found their inspiration and energy.
The
area around Saxnäs is grandiose. There are hiking
and ski trails to suit your taste; take an easy outing,
or an adventurous trek.
Fatmomakke,
with its age-old tradition as a meeting place for the
Lapps is close by. Saxnäsgården is right next
door to Ricklundgården.There is a restaurant,
gym, swimming pool, herb bath, and more. They also rent
out skiing equipment and canoes. Beyond this, Saxnäs
has a school, a church, a general store, taxi service,
and snowmobiles for rent.
Ricklundgården
In
the '40s, Emma and Folke Ricklund created Ricklundgården
with its Mediterranean atmosphere.
It is now a museum with studios for its guests to work
in. Today, artists and proponents of the arts have a year-round
retreat where they can pursue their interests.
Folke Ricklund designed the house himself. Everything,
down to the most minute detail has been worked out by
Folke and Emma Ricklund. The building is a very personal
mixture of functionalism and Mediterranean-style architecture.
The unique art collection, souvenirs from travels, in
this homey atmosphere make Ricklundgården worth
seeing. Emma Ricklund was a pioneer in the tourist business
with her pension, Saxnäsgården. Many artists,
authors, and photographers have found their way to Saxnäs
and to its unique surroundings. The art collection at
Ricklundgården is proof of an exciting epoch that
left behind it a cultural heritage in the small mountain
village of Saxnäs.
The
studios
Ricklundgården
has two studios. The larger of them is in the main building
and the smaller one is in the guest house (built in 1992).
The main studio is 50 m2. The height of the ceiling is
5 m. There are two bedrooms and three beds. The kitchen
is completely equipped. There is a TV, a radio, and a
pay telephone. There is a shower in the basement. Extra
beds are available.
The studio at the guest house is 25 m2. There is a kitchenette and a pleasant
living room. The small bedroom has two beds. Also, at
your disposal is a shower, a radio, a TV, and a pay telephone.
Laundry facilities are in the main building. Extra beds
are available.
Folke
Ricklund also built a small studio right in the mountains,
now called the Satsfjäll Studio. This provides a
one-of-a-kind chance to work in the middle of natural
surroundings. This studio is also open to the general
public for over-night stays. There is a road to the foot
of Satsfjället. From there, it takes about one hour
to get to the studio either on foot or on skis.
Why not try staying in the kåta (tent-like Lappish
dwelling)? It's comfortably situated right next to the
Ricklund residence.
YEAR
- This is a project for young artists.
For
many years, artists have been fascinated by the beauty
of the mountains with their evasive dance of shadows and
alternating hues. Many are they who have tried to catch
the challenge of the mountain landscape; others have spent
their time trying to interpret the meaning of the bogs
and the secrets they hold. There is a legacy here that
will continue to fascinate and inspire.
YEAR
open the doors.
¨
to cross-cultural and international joint efforts.
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to join hands in a common cause with mutual goals.
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to get acquainted with the environment and culture in
Lapland.
You
can apply for a stay at Ricklundgården for a single
person, or for a group.
Applicants should have an education
in the arts.
If
you have ideas, but noone to to share them with, let
us know.
Link to
Open
hours
JUNE
15 – AUGUST 31 11:00 NOON –
5:00 PM DAILY
SEPTEMBER 1 – JUNE 14 12:00 NOON –
4:00 PM
WEEKDAYS
SPECIAL
ARRANGEMENTS FOR GROUPS
RESERVATIONS FOR GUIDED TOURS
EMMA
RICKLUND FOUNDATION
Information:
Gerd Sjöblom Ulander
Tel: +46-(0)70-66 700 49
gerd.ulander@gmail.com rd.ulander@telia.com
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