Project Kaxås 

The success story that reversed the trend.

Project Kaxås, launched in 2019, is a groundbreaking example of successful rural development in Sweden. With a focus on entrepreneurship and long-term commitment, the project has demonstrated that it is possible to reverse the depopulation of rural areas. In just five years, the village of Kaxås has grown from under 100 residents to 270, with 80 new children and more on the way.

The project began when the local school faced closure due to depopulation. Today, the school is thriving, a new preschool is under construction, 30 new houses have been built, and 20 existing homes have welcomed young families from across Sweden and Europe.

Long live the living countryside

The small village of Kaxås is located between Åre and Östersund in Jämtland County. Beautifully situated in the valley between Hällberget and Kaxåsbacken, the village lines the shoreline of Lake Hällsjön. The project’s long-term vision and comprehensive approach have laid the foundation for a continued influx of families to Kaxås and its surrounding areas. With this solid foundation, the future of a vibrant rural community is secured for generations to come.

What we have achieved with Project Kaxås shows that rural areas, with a developed social infrastructure and strong community engagement, can attract young families seeking to change their lifestyle and move to a safe, rural, and scenic environment. The project’s pioneering efforts have not only secured the future of Kaxås and its village school but also inspired a new, modern perspective on how to develop and repopulate rural Sweden.

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 children, 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 inaugurate Project Kaxås this summer – a celebration of a new, vibrant village ready for the future.

Contact

Bert-Ola Bångman

Website

projektkaxas.se

Project Kaxås 

Project Kaxås, launched in 2019, is a groundbreaking example of successful rural development in Sweden. With a focus on entrepreneurship and long-term commitment, the project has demonstrated that it is possible to reverse the depopulation of rural areas. In just five years, the village of Kaxås has grown from under 100 residents to 270, with 80 new children and more on the way.

The project began when the local school faced closure due to depopulation. Today, the school is thriving, a new preschool is under construction, 30 new houses have been built, and 20 existing homes have welcomed young families from across Sweden and Europe.

Yearbook 2024 /Involvement /Project Kaxås 

Yearbook 2024 /Involvement /Project Kaxås