SWEDEN

Time in Sweden

Language → Swedish
Population (around) → 10,204,728
Currency → Swedish Krona (SEK) kr

SWEDEN WEATHER

General weather Overview

The country is much farther from the equator than Central Europe. This means that winter days in Sweden are much darker, colder, and also shorter. The country is subject to a cold polar climate. In the colder months and depending on the region, the monthly average temperature drops to sub-zero. In winter you can still visit the cities, which are busy all year round. But be prepared for the cold and the long nights.

Cities

Stockholm / Capital – Göteborg – Malmö – Uppsala – Linköping – Västerås – Örebro – Norrköping – Helsingborg – Jönköping – Umeå – Huddinge – Lund – Haninge – Gävle – Solna – Borås – Växjö – Karlstad – Halmstad – Luleå – Östersund – Falun – Kalmar – Karlskrona – Nyköping – Visby – Härnösand

Fun facts

  • "Freedom to Roam" is an unusual right for its people. This means people have the right to have access to any land, public and private, that is not farmed (or is a garden attached to home) and can camp wherever they want. It also confers the right to pick berries, flowers, and mushrooms without needing a permit to do so
  • Sweden is clearly a nature lover's paradise, and alongside the country, which is both privately and nationally owned, there are more than 29 national parks that boast vast boreal forests, glaciers, and mountains. Abisko National Park is the most popular and easily accessible, offering stunning views and wildlife
  • Sweden has more than 90,000 lakes and 3,000 kilometers of coastline. Sweden is keen on protecting its natural environment and the country is one of the cleanest and most advanced in the world when it comes to recycling and many other environmental concerns

Some popular local foods

: Köttbullar, Räkmacka, Smulpaj, Semla, Falukorv, Ärtsoppa & Pannkakor, Smörgåstårta, Pytti Panna, Ostkaka

Some native animals:

Arctic Fox, Wolf, Lynx, Moose / European Elk, Reindeer, Brown Bear, Great Grey Owl

Couple of reasons to visit

  • Most stunning sightseeing locations of towns, landscapes, and more, as well as national parks, and museums
  • The country offers exhilarating winter sports that are definitely worth an experience
  • Breathtaking northern lights! The village of Abisko is home to the Aurora Sky Station
  • Visit forests, untouched nature, and see a large variety of animals in the wildlife for a unique and unforgettable experience
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