During this time the name of the village was given as De Solatum - a name that can be interpreted as a composition of Sol (sun) and at (property) i.e. literally The sunlit region.

The many various architectural styles represented in the building is seen in the medieval inspired crenellated corner tower, Norman arches, North German gothic styles, blind windows with pointed arches and portico supported by columns.

The hotel also provided accommodation for King Chulalongkorn of Siam and four of his princes during their tour of Ångermanland in the early 20th century.

The nearest weather station to Sollefteå is located in Österforse, slightly more than 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) by air to its south-west.

The station's slightly more southerly latitude is likely even exceeded by a 50–80 metres higher elevation depending on location within Sollefteå.

[citation needed] Österforse has a subarctic climate (Dfc) that is quite moderate in nature considering its inland position and latitude.

Summer days are very warm for North Central Sweden, being heavily affected by its low elevation in comparison to areas further west such as Östersund.

[citation needed] Temperatures are heavily dependent on wind direction and the convergences of warm southerly and cold northerly air.

The Madison delegates learned about Swedish culture and traditions, came to Haglof Inc.'s facilities, and toured an environmental center.