Sweden is the most cashless country in the world. Less than 1% of all transactions are made with cash. Many shops, restaurants, buses, and even church collections no longer accept cash. What does this mean for travelers? Credit card is a MUST: Visa and Mastercard are accepted everywhere — in the s

Sweden is an EU member and part of the Schengen Area. Germans, Austrians, Swiss: ID card or passport is sufficient. No visa required. Border controls: Sweden has been conducting temporary border controls since 2015 — mainly at the Öresund Bridge (Copenhagen–Malmö) and ferry ports. Carry your ID car

On holidays, shops are often closed or have reduced opening hours. Restaurants and tourist facilities remain open. DateHolidayNote January 1Nyårsdagen (New Year)Everything closed January 6Trettondedag Jul (Epiphany)Shops closed VariableLångfredagen (Good Friday)Everything closed VariablePåskdagen

Sweden is one of the safest countries in the world. Medical care is excellent. Medical Care The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is accepted Vårdcentral (health center): The first point of contact for non-acute complaints. Co-payment: 200–350 SEK (17–30 €) Akutmottagning (emergency room): For

Sweden's currency is the Swedish Krona (SEK / kr). Sweden is an EU member but has not adopted the Euro (referendum 2003: 56% No). Exchange Rate 1 EUR ≈ 11–12 SEK (as of 2026). Current rate on xe.com or in the banking app. Payment → See "Cashless Society". Credit card is the standard payment method

Sweden has an excellent digital infrastructure — one of the most connected countries in the world. EU Roaming: As an EU member, the EU Roaming Regulation applies: Your German SIM card works at domestic rates — surfing, calling, SMS as at home. WLAN: Almost everywhere free in hotels, cafés, and rest

Midnight Sun & Polar Night

North of the Arctic Circle (66.5° N, near Jokkmokk), you experience extreme light conditions: PhenomenonLocationDuration Midnight SunKirunaMay 28 – July 15 Midnight SunAbiskoMay 26 – July 17 Polar NightKirunaDecember 12 – January 2 White NightsStockholmJune: It never gets completely dark (twiligh

Mosquitoes in Lapland

The mosquitoes (mygg) in northern Sweden are legendary — in June and July, they can become a real plague in Lapland. The swampy moorlands and long, warm days create perfect breeding conditions. Preparation Insect repellent: DEET-containing products (at least 30%) or Swedish "Myggmedel" (locally av

Basics & Pronunciation

Swedish (Svenska) is a North Germanic language, closely related to Danish and Norwegian. Many words are similar to German (Hund = hund, Haus = hus, Wasser = vatten). However, the pronunciation has its pitfalls — especially the melodic emphasis (intonation), which gives Swedish its singing character.

Important Words & Phrases

Greetings & Politeness GermanSwedishPronunciation HelloHejHej Hello (informal)Tjena / TjaSchenna / Scha Good morningGod morgonGuh morron Good dayGod dagGuh dahg Good eveningGod kvällGuh kwell GoodbyeHej dåHej doh Thank youTackTack Thank you very muchTack så mycketTack so mücke You're welcome (afte

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Travel Guide Sweden

Your complete travel guide for the land of lakes, forests, northern lights, and fika culture

Capital:Stockholm

Language:Swedish

Currency:Swedish Krona (SEK)

Entry:ID card (EU/Schengen)

Best Travel Time:June – August (Summer), Dec – March (Northern Lights)

Flight Time:2 – 2.5 hours

Last updated: 11 March 2026 · 12 Chapters · 65 Sections

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Swedish Classics: Stockholm – Gothenburg – Malmö

10–14 days

The ultimate Sweden route from the capital through the west coast to the south — by train or rental car, perfect for first-time visitors.

StockholmSchärengartenGöteborgMalmöÖland (optional)Småland (optional)

Lapland Adventure: Northern Lights & ICEHOTEL

5–7 days

The perfect winter trip to Swedish Lapland: Northern Lights, dog sledding, ICEHOTEL, and Sami culture.

KirunaICEHOTEL JukkasjärviAbiskoJokkmokk (optional)

Småland Family Trip

7–10 days

The perfect family road trip through southern Sweden — Pippi Longstocking, glass art, beaches, and nature.

StockholmVimmerby (Astrid Lindgren)GlasriketÖlandKalmarMalmö

Kungsleden: Abisko – Nikkaluokta

4–6 days

The royal stage of the Kungsleden — 105 kilometers through arctic high mountain landscapes, past Kebnekaise, Sweden's highest mountain.

AbiskoAbiskojaureAlesjaureTjäktjaSälkaSingiKebnekaiseNikkaluokta

Inlandsbanan: Through the Swedish Wilderness

3–5 days

1,300 kilometers on the forgotten railway through Sweden's inland — from the forests of Dalarna to the arctic tundra of Lapland.

Mora (Dalarna)SvegStrömsundDoroteaVilhelminaJokkmokkGällivare

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Planning· 2 Chapters

Chapter 1

Welcome to Sweden

5 Sections

Chapter 2

Arrival & Transport

5 Sections

Regions· 3 Chapters

Chapter 3

Stockholm

11 Sections · 2 Walking Tours

Chapter 4

Southern Sweden

5 Sections · 1 Walking Tour

Chapter 5

Northern Sweden & Lapland

7 Sections

Understanding· 5 Chapters

Chapter 6

History of Sweden

3 Sections

Chapter 7

Society & Culture

7 Sections

Chapter 8

Nature & Wildlife

2 Sections

Chapter 9

Food & Drink

3 Sections

Chapter 10

Art, Design & Pop Culture

2 Sections

Practical· 2 Chapters

Chapter 11

Practical Info A-Z

13 Sections

Chapter 12

Swedish Language Guide

2 Sections

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Stockholm & Archipelago

Sweden's elegant capital on 14 islands — Gamla Stan, Vasa Museum, ABBA, Fotografiska, Södermalm, and an archipelago with 30,000 islands.

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Southern Sweden

Malmö, Gothenburg, Småland's forests with Glasriket and Astrid Lindgren, the sunny island of Öland — Sweden's most diverse region.

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Northern Sweden & Lapland

Arctic wilderness beyond the Arctic Circle — Northern Lights in Abisko, ICEHOTEL, Kungsleden, Sami culture, midnight sun.

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Daten: Wikidata

Einwohner: 10.609.460(2025)
Fläche: 447.425 km²
Hauptstadt: Stockholm
Währung: schwedische Krone
Amtssprache: Schwedisch, samische Sprachen, Finnisch, Tornedalfinnisch
Vorwahl: +46
Zeitzone: Mitteleuropäische Zeit
Gegründet: 0900-00-00

Klima & Reisewetter

Berechnet aus 10 Jahren · Open-Meteo

Monat	Jan	Feb	Mär	Apr	Mai	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Okt	Nov	Dez
Ø °C	-5	-4	-1	3	10	15	16	14	11	5	-0	-4
Tag (max)	-3°	-1°	3°	8°	15°	19°	20°	18°	14°	8°	2°	-1°
Nacht (min)	-9°	-8°	-5°	-2°	4°	10°	11°	11°	8°	2°	-2°	-7°
Regen mm	51	34	36	37	55	73	108	105	71	75	58	48