Geographically the town is situated on the western shore of the Angerman River. This river was the reason that Kramfors was founded, because in the 19th century it was a main transportation line for lumber poles, and along it sawmills and pulp mills sprung up. Christopher Kramm chose to locate the river's first steam driver saw at this location, and then named it after himself.

Kramfors is well known for it's beautiful landscape. Especially the High Coast area with World Heritage-status, it has a varying landscape which affords many opportunities for a full outdoor life.

Kramfors also hosts the Folke Bernadotte Academy, a government agency focused on improving international conflict and crisis management, with a special interest in peace operations. They offer courses in peacekeeping intelligence and information operations that is open to all nations and to non-governmental organizations.

Wikipedia articles for Kramfors

• Kramfors
• Kramfors Municipality
• Frånö
• County of Norrland