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PROJECT KAXÅS
The success story that
reversed the trend.
Project Kaxås, launched in 2019, is a groundbreaking en, the village lines the shoreline of Lake Hällsjön.
example of successful rural development in Sweden. The project’s long-term vision and comprehensive
With a focus on entrepreneurship and long-term approach have laid the foundation for a continued
commitment, the project has demonstrated that it is influx of families to Kaxås and its surrounding areas.
possible to reverse the depopulation of rural areas. With this solid foundation, the future of a vibrant
In just five years, the village of Kaxås has grown from rural community is secured for generations to come.
under 100 residents to 270, with 80 new children
and more on the way. The project began when the What we have achieved with Project Kaxås shows
local school faced closure due to depopulation. that rural areas, with a developed social infrastructu-
Today, the school is thriving, a new preschool is re and strong community engagement, can attract
under construction, 30 new houses have been young families seeking to change their lifestyle and
built, and 20 existing homes have welcomed young move to a safe, rural, and scenic environment. The
families from across Sweden and Europe. project’s pioneering efforts have not only secured
the future of Kaxås and its village school but also
LONG LIVE THE LIVING COUNTRYSIDE inspired a new, modern perspective on how to
The small village of Kaxås is located between Åre develop and repopulate rural Sweden.
and Östersund in Jämtland County. Beautifully situa-
ted in the valley between Hällberget and Kaxåsback- THE YEAR IN BRIEF
Within the framework of the project, we continue to
take social responsibility for those moving far from
their roots and friends, helping them settle into their
new environment. Through various social activities
throughout the year, we ensure that everyone feels
welcome and confident in their decision to change
their lifestyle. Proximity to mountains, ski trails,
hunting, and fishing provides opportunities for a
fulfilling and meaningful leisure time. For the child-
ren, we have created meeting places through sports
and cultural events, with the latest addition being a
creative playground in the heart of the village.
The project began five years ago, and now that
the houses are completed and the families have
moved in, it was time to cut the ribbon and inaugu-
rate Project Kaxås this summer – a celebration of a
new, vibrant village ready for the future.
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