Dala Horse of Nusnas
The painted wooden horse that became a symbol of Sweden - carved and painted by hand in Dalarna, where you can watch it made.
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The Dala horse, a stout wooden horse painted red with a bright flowered harness, began as a toy carved by Dalarna woodcutters and grew into a symbol of Sweden known worldwide. In the village of Nusnas the workshops that still make them by hand welcome visitors to watch the carving and painting.
What you actually see
- The workshop - watching the horses carved and hand-painted at Nusnas.
- The kurbits painting - the traditional flowered harness pattern.
- The range of sizes - from tiny to giant Dala horses.
- The story - how a woodcutter's toy became a national emblem.
When to go
Year-round; the workshops are open for visits and buying, busiest in summer. It is a short stop, easily combined with a Lake Siljan tour.
Honest expectations
It is a workshop-and-shop visit rather than a grand attraction, worth about an hour. It is unashamedly a place to buy the souvenir, though watching the craft is genuinely interesting. It is in Dalarna, a detour for most.
Nearby
Lake Siljan and Mora are alongside; the Dalhalla quarry stage is nearby.
What to pack for Dala Horse of Nusnas
Chosen from what this place is for. Tap a kit for the full checklist.
Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
