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First Camp Åhus – Kristianstad
Sweden, South, Skåne Län, Åhus

First Camp Åhus – Kristianstad is in the Skåne province on the South Baltic coast, set in a natural environment amongst mature pine trees which provide shade to all pitches. There are 420 large, level pitches on grass and hardstanding, 220 of which are for touring. They are informally laid out and have 10A electricity connections. A large, white sandy beach is only 500 m. from the campsite and the fishing village of Åhus, with its castle, museum and many festivals, can easily be reached by bike or on foot. A wellness centre near the beach offers the usual spa facilities plus an adjoining restaurant.

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First Camp Gränna
Sweden, South, Jönköpings Län, Gränna

This large lakeside site, with modern facilities and a busy continental feel, is set below the old city of Gränna. Flat fields separate Gränna from the shore, one of which is occupied by the 25 acres of Grännastrandens where there are 450 numbered pitches including a tent area and some seasonal pitches. About 265 pitches have electricity (10/16A). The site is flat, spacious and very regularly laid out on open ground with only a row of poplars by the lake to provide shelter, so a windbreak may prove useful against any onshore breeze. Part of the lake is walled off to form an attractive swimming area with sandy beaches, slides and islands.

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Naturcamping Lagom
Sweden, South, Värmlands Län, Gräsmark

Naturcamping Lagom is located in the middle of a pine forest opposite a lake in the heart of Sweden's Gräsmark. The towns of Gräsmark (12 km) and Torsby (28 km) are also nearby. On-site, there are 90 pitches, 60 numbered and for touring pitches with 10-Amp electric hook-up points available. Unique accommodations, such as a tipi, a Finnish kota and various stugas, are available to rent. 

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First Camp Råå Vallar-Helsingborg
Sweden, South, Skåne Län, Råå

Situated just a short distance from the vibrant city of Helsingborg, First Camp Råå Vallar offers the perfect blend of tranquil nature and urban convenience. Located along the shores of the Öresund Strait, you’ll find panoramic views across to Denmark and direct access to a beach. First Camp Råå Vallar is well-equipped, offering a variety of accommodation options ranging from spacious tent pitches to modern cabins and glamping units. The campsite’s spacious layout allows visitors to feel a sense of privacy while still enjoying a community atmosphere. During the peak summer months, the site is bustling with activity, yet it never loses its calm, coastal charm.

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Långasjönäs Camping & Stugby
Sweden, South, Blekinge-Kalmar Län, Asarum

Långasjönäs Camping & Stugby is in the Blekinge region, known for its largest number of sunshine hours in Sweden, in the heart of the nature reserve of the same name. The site has 213 pitches, of which 115 are for touring units and have a 10-amp hook-up point. There are 74 accommodation units available for hire. You can choose between a pitch in the sun or the shade; they are all spacious and beautifully laid out. 

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Röstånga Camping
Sweden, South, Skåne Län, Röstånga

Röstånga Camping is a family-friendly campsite located in the heart of the Söderåsen National Park in southern Sweden. The campsite is situated on the banks of the Röstångaån River, which offers opportunities for swimming, fishing, and canoeing. There are 200 large, level, grassy pitches with electricity (10A) and a quiet area for tents with views over the fishing lake. The tent area has its service building and several barbecue places. Some holiday homes and 24 pleasant cabins are available to rent all year round.

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Camping Böda Sand
Sweden, South, Kalmar Län, Byxelkrok

Camping Böda Sand is beautifully situated at the northern end of the island of Öland and is one of Sweden’s largest and most modern campsites. Most of the 1,350 pitches have electricity (10/16A) and TV connections, 1,100 have water and wastewater drainage.

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Båstad Camping
Sweden, South, Skäne Län, Båstad

Båstad Camping is on the Swedish west coast, close to the beach. The campsite has 384 grassy pitches, including 292 touring pitches with 10-amp hook-ups, 80 seasonal pitches, and 12 cosy mobile homes, cabins, or safari tents for rent. The pitches are generously spaced across the camping fields, ensuring plenty of room for relaxation and enjoyment.

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Östersunds Camping
Sweden, North, Jämtlands Län, Östersund

Östersund lies on Lake Storsjön, which is Sweden’s Loch Ness, with 200 sightings of the monster dating back to 1635, and more recently captured on video in 1996. Also worthy of a visit is the island of Frösön where settlements can be traced back to prehistoric times. This large site has 254 pitches off tarmac roads; electricity (10A) and TV socket are available on 131, while 28 are fully serviced with WiFi at extra cost. There are also 41 tarmac hardstandings available, and over 190 cottages, cabins and rooms to rent. Adjacent to the site is the municipal swimming pool complex with cafeteria (indoor and outdoor pools), a Scandic hotel with restaurant, minigolf, and a Statoil filling station. A large supermarket and bank are just 500 m. from the site, and Östersund town centre is 3 km.

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Glyttinge Camping
Sweden, South, Östergötlands Län, Linköping

Glyttinge Camping is situated in a wooded area on the outskirts of Linköping and only five minutes by car from the IKEA shopping mall. It is a site with varied terrain – some flat, some sloping and some woodland. It has enthusiastic and friendly management, is maintained to a good standard, and trees and shrubs throughout create a cosy, garden-like atmosphere. There are 109 pitches of varying sizes, some are very large, all with 10/16A electricity. A number of unmarked pitches are provided for tents and 30 chalets are available for hire. Children are well catered for – the manager has laid out a fenced and very safe children’s play area. The site is also a good stopover place halfway between Kolmården and Astrid Lindgren’s World.

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Mora Parkens Camping
Sweden, North, Dalarnas Län, Mora

Mora, at the northern end of Lake Silijan, is surrounded by small localities all steeped in history and culture. On the island of Sollerön, south of Mora, is evidence of a large Viking burial ground. Traditional handicrafts are still practised in the region. Mora is lively, friendly and attractive.

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Venjans Camping
Sweden, North, Dalarnas Län, Venjan

Venjans Camping is a small, all-year and quiet site located on the north shore of Lake Venjan in Dalarna. Surrounded by the lake on one side and by forest on the other, the site is right in the middle of nature. The ideal spot to canoe, kayak, swim, cycle, or pick berries and mushrooms in summer. There are 64 pitches for caravans/motorhomes/tents; 34 of these include 10-amp electric hook-up points. There are also 5 log cabins available to hire. The reception has a small shop for coffee/tea, candy, snacks, ice cream, buns and other food/non-food products. 

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Grottbyns Camping
Sweden, South, Skåne Län, Höör

This site is probably one of the most unusual we feature. It is next to the Skånes Djurpark, a zoo park with Scandinavian species. The site is located in a sheltered valley and has 120 large, level grassy pitches for caravans and motorhomes all with 10A electricity (2-pin) and a separate area for about 40 tents. The most unusual feature of the site is one of the sanitary blocks – it is underground! The air-conditioned building houses a kitchen and dining area and sanitary facilities for families and accessible facilities. Apart from these particular facilities, the rest of the site remains more traditional rather than modern. Well placed for the Copenhagen - Malmo bridge or the ferries, this is also a site for discerning campers who want something distinctly different.

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First Camp Kolmården
Sweden, South, Östergötlands Län, Kolmården

This is a family site, located on Bråviken Bay on the Baltic coast 160 km. south of Stockholm. Open all year, the site is just four kilometres from Kolmården Wildlife Park, one of Sweden’s most popular family attractions. There are 322 pitches, of which 179 have electrical connections (10A), water and drainage. Some pitches have sea views and there is also a large beautiful wooded area for tents and 40 cottages to rent. A recent feature on site is a high level adventure ropeway in the trees. Adjacent to the site is a handicraft village and the Sjöstugans restaurant. With direct access to Bråviken Bay, it is possible to swim on site and there is a shallow, child friendly area with a small beach. Fishing, notably for Baltic herring, is also popular.

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Alevi Camping
Sweden, South, Värmlands Län, Stöllet

Alevi Camping is a small, welcoming site with 60 large, level and very well kept pitches for touring, all with 4/10A electricity and ten cabins for hire. Open all year, the site is situated on the bank of the River Klarälven, the longest river in Sweden. This is a perfect place for swimming, fishing, canoeing and rafting. Further up the river, at Sysslebäck, you can build your own log raft for a slow journey down the river. The rafts are fully equipped with a tent and whatever you need for a few days on the water. The site owners are happy to help you find the perfect activity for a pleasant stay. This quiet site will suit those looking for peace in a natural environment but with activities should you wish to take part. Activities in high season include evening nature walks followed by a barbecue. The county of Värmland is famous for its lakes, rivers and forests. There, if you are lucky, you can see the ‘big four’ predators of Scandinavia – wolf, bear, wolverine and lynx.

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Västervik Resort
Sweden, South, Kalmar Län, Västervik

One of the largest sites in Scandinavia, Västervik Resort has unrivalled views of the 'Pearl of the East Coast’ – Västervik and its fjords and islands. There are around 1,000 large, mostly marked and numbered pitches, spread over a vast area of the rocky promontory and set on different plateaux, terraces, valleys and woodland or beside the water. It is a very attractive site that never looks or feels crowded, even when busy.

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Camping Saxnäs
Sweden, South, Kalmar Län, Färjestaden

Well placed for touring Sweden's Riviera and the fascinating and beautiful island of Öland, this large, family-run site, part of the Krono group, has 540 marked and numbered pitches, of which around 400 are for touring. Arranged in rows on open, well-kept grassland dotted with a few trees, all have electricity (10/16A), and 112 also have water. An unmarked area without electricity can accommodate around 60 tents. The site has about 140 long-stay units and cabins to rent.

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Ljusdals Camping
Sweden, South, Gävleborg Län, Ljusdal

Ljusdals Camping is located on the shores of Växnan Lake in Gavleborg and offers a tranquil escape for families seeking a harmonious blend of nature and comfort. Woodlands surround this charming campsite and provide easy access to scenic hiking trails, making it a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts. There are 95 pitches on site, of which 52 are equipped with electric hook-up points; you'll find the ideal spot to relax and unwind.

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Daftö Resort
Sweden, South, Västra Götalands Län, Strömstad

This extremely high quality, family campsite, with a strong pirate theme, is beautifully situated on the west coast, 5 km. south of Strömstad. A very large site, terraced in parts, has both shady and open areas. In total there are 650 pitches with around 300 for touring, all with electrical hook-ups (10A, CEE plugs). In addition, there are 130 modern, very well equipped cabins of various sizes and styles. Daftö Resort, with its DaftöLand adventure park (concessions for campers), has activities for all including boating, beach volleyball, walks and yoga, and all manner of theme-based activities for children including theatre, competitions and treasure hunting.

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Camp Nydala-Umeå
Sweden, North, Västerbottens, Umeå

An ideal stopover for those travelling the E4 coastal route and a good base from which to explore the area, this campsite is 6 km. from the centre of this university city. It is almost adjacent to the Nydalsjön lake, ideal for fishing, windsurfing, bathing and canoeing. There are 450 grassy pitches arranged in bays of 10-20 units, 320 with electricity (10/16A), and some are fully serviced.

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Sweden

The largest of the Scandinavian countries, Sweden is sparsely populated and is a land of extensive pine forests and the midnight sun. Its people are very relaxed and a liberal attitude permeates the culture, as do the long-held traditions and festivals that form a central part of Swedish life.

The south is, unsurprisingly, the most popular area for camping in Sweden. It’s dominated by two great lakes and is home to several historic ports, such as Gothenburg and Malmö. Its capital, Stockholm, is built on 14 small islands and is an attractive, vibrant city with plenty to offer visitors.

A stronghold of the Viking era, Skåne is a patchwork of forest and farmland, with castles and manors dotted all around. From here, it’s not far to Öland island, a favourite among holidaymakers who enjoy camping in Sweden thanks to its sandy beaches and rolling pastures.

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Basic Information

Capital Stockholm
Currency Swedish Krona (SEK)
Language(s) Swedish
Time Zones CET (UTC+01)
Summer (DST) CEST (UTC+02)
Telephone Code +46
Units Metric

EU Member Yes
Schengen Area Yes

Tourism Website www.visitsweden.com

Sweden is a member of the European Union, and customs inspections are occasionally conducted on individuals and vehicles crossing the border to ensure compliance with Sweden's regulations.

Shopping in Sweden

Scandinavian design is world-famous for its clean lines and sleek, contemporary look—Swedish products, whether furniture, handbags, or even sweets, often fit this mould. Sweden is known for its minimalist and functional design. Look out for brands like IKEA for home furnishings and decor, H&M for fashion, and various Swedish designers for high-quality products. Major cities in Sweden have well-known department stores like NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) in Stockholm and NK Gothenburg. These stores offer a variety of luxury brands, designer items, and high-quality goods.

When it comes to souvenir shopping in Sweden, you have a wide range of options to choose from. Things to look out for when souvenir shopping are: Dala horses are hand-painted wooden horses and are a traditional Swedish symbol. They come in various sizes and colours and are a charming representation of Swedish folk art. Scandinavia has a rich Viking history. You can find items like Viking ship replicas, jewellery with Viking motifs, and even clothing inspired by Norse designs. Swedish liquorice, also known as "Saltlakrits", is a popular and distinctive type of liquorice that has a unique flavour and texture. One of the standout characteristics of Swedish liquorice is the salty variety. It's an acquired taste and can be intense for those not used to it. Aquavit is a traditional Scandinavian spirit with vital cultural significance in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Iceland. It is a distilled alcoholic beverage often flavoured with various herbs, spices, and botanicals, giving it a unique and distinctive flavour profile. Aquavit is typically enjoyed as a sipping spirit or used in cocktails.

Most shops, including grocery stores and retail stores, typically open around 10:00 a.m. and close around 6:00 p.m. Some larger cities and shopping centres might have extended hours until 8:00 p.m. On Saturdays, shops generally have shorter hours. They typically open around 10:00 a.m. and close around 4:00 p.m. Some larger stores might stay open until 6:00 p.m. Many shops are closed on Sunday.

Money

The currency used in Sweden is the Swedish Krona, abbreviated as "SEK" or represented by the symbol "kr." ATMs are widely available in Sweden, and credit/debit cards are widely accepted for payments in most places, including shops, restaurants, and public transportation. Cash usage has decreased in recent years, and card payments are the norm for many transactions. It is a good idea to have a mix of payment methods while travelling in Sweden, including a small amount of local currency especially when visiting smaller towns and villages where card acceptance may be limited.

Public Holidays

New Year's Day: January 1st
Epiphany: January 6th
Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Ascension Day and Pentecost Sunday
Labour Day: May 1st
National Day: June 6th
Midsummer Eve: June 23rd
Midsummer Day: June 24th
All Saint's Day: November 4th
Christmas Eve: December 24th
Christmas Day: December 25th
Second Day of Christmas: December 26th
New Year's Eve: December 31st

Please note Some dates are moveable, so please check before travelling.

Driving in Sweden

Visitors to Sweden who wish to drive in the country must comply with the following requirements:

A valid driver's license: Visitors must have a valid driver's license from their home country
Minimum driving age: The minimum driving age is 18 years old.
Car insurance: Visitors must have valid car insurance for their vehicle, covering both the driver and passengers.
Vehicle registration: Visitors must have a valid vehicle registration for their car, which must be displayed on the vehicle.
Vehicles registered in the UK must display the letters “UK” when driving in Sweden. The identifier can be incorporated in vehicle number plates (along with the Union Flag) or as a separate sticker.
Road rules: In Sweden, you drive on the right and overtake on the left. Vehicles from the right generally have priorityThe use of seat belts is mandatory for all occupants of a vehicle. Visitors must follow Slovenia's traffic laws, including speed limits, traffic signals, and road signs.
Use dipped headlights during the daytime all year round and on all roads
Safety equipment: A red warning triangle is compulsory in case of an accident or breakdown. It is recommended that visitors equip their vehicle with a fire extinguisher and a first-aid kit, reflective jacket and spare bulbs for external lights.
Alcohol law: The drink-drive limit for all drivers is 0.02%. Random tests are carried out, and drivers must always submit to a test at the request of the police, even if there are no grounds for suspicion.
Cars have to pay a toll on some roads, while there are also bridges that have a charge – Oresund, Motala, Sundsvall, Storebaelt and Svinesund.
Large wild animals, including elk and moose, often run out into the road in rural areas.
When driving a car, during the period 1 December to 31 March, you must have winter tyres on your vehicle if there are winter conditions.

Emergency Services

Sweden's emergency number for life-threatening emergencies. To access police, ambulance, fire brigade services, air, sea and mountain rescue 112

Healthcare Advice 1177

Non Urgent police matters 114 14

Information about major accidents and crises in Sweden 113 13

Weather

SWEDEN WEATHER

It's important to note that Sweden's weather can vary significantly between the southern and northern regions. The parts of the north of Sweden, such as Lapland, experience more extreme weather conditions, including colder temperatures and a more extended period of darkness during winter. Sweden's weather varies significantly throughout the year due to its northern latitude and diverse geography.

Winters in Sweden are cold and can be quite harsh, especially in the northern regions. Average temperatures can range from -6°C to -1°C in the southern parts and even colder in the north. Snow is common, and many lakes freeze, making winter sports such as skiing and ice skating popular.

In Spring, temperatures start to rise, and the snow begins to melt. However, March can still be cold, but April and May are slightly warmer. Spring can be unpredictable in terms of weather, with occasional rain and fluctuations in temperature.

Summers in Sweden are short but can be quite pleasant. Average temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C, with the southern parts being warmer than the north. The days are long, and in the northernmost parts of Sweden, the sun doesn't set for a period known as the "midnight sun." This is a popular time for outdoor activities and festivals.

The beginning of autumn in can still be mild and pleasant, with average temperatures ranging from 10°C to 15°C in the southern parts. September is a popular time for outdoor activities where people are seen enjoying the last traces of warmth before the colder months arrive.