From hut to village!
Ryssa was a homestead for people from Sold and Utmeland from the 16th century and into the 20th century. Siljan and Ryssån have always played a big role for the village. The right to whitefish fishing (Ryssingfiske) in Ryssån already caused disputes between the people of Vika and the people of Soldbyggare in the 15th century. The fishing tradition lives on because Ryssabor is often seen at the top when it comes to rod competitions and ice fishing.
Today there are about 90 farms in Ryssa and 152 people live in the village. An increase of 5 when we compare 2018 and 2019. The Ryssån was also used for rafting in the past and today the river has two power plants operated by Älvdalens Besparingsskog. In the middle of the village is BromanGards Café which provides Bed & Breakfast and antiques/curiosities.
Jack Gottling, who is chairman of the Ryssa Village Association, tells what happens in Ryssa during a normal year.
“The raising of the maypole on Midsummer Day is of course the highlight with everything that goes with a Midsummer celebration. In the middle of summer, Kubb championships are arranged and in August there is the Byloppis. Of course, we hold fast to traditions with a fishing competition. The annual tip walk is popular. We take care of the Village Hall, which is used for parties and gatherings, and we have a sauna that is used frequently when there is no pandemic. Ryssa Allianskapell is used for music and church services. Last summer we prepared a boules court next to the maypole and in Ryssnäs an annual swimming school for children is arranged. This winter there are fine ski tracks laid on the cycle path to Vika.
Jack is joined on the board by: Johan Danielsson vice-chairman, treasurer Maria Ljung and members Ingmar Björn, Siwert Wellert and Frank Letterström. Alternates are Sören Brotters and Rikard Stolt. "Visit our website www.ryssa.nu if you want to know more,” says the entire board!
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