

Welcome to Sweden
Foraging
Swedish forests are filled with edible treats such as berries, mushrooms, nettles and other wild greens. Sweden’s Right of Public Access allows you to forage and roam freely in nature, as long as you treat nature and wildlife with respect.
Photo credit: Hans Berggren/Johnér/imagebank.sweden.se
Discover a country where nature is always present. In our cities, in our innovations and in our minds. Our nature has affected what we eat, where we live and how we live. Welcome to Sweden – a destination of a different nature.
Start exploring Sweden

Hike the Heritage: 3 UNESCO adventures in Sweden
From Arctic mountain landscapes to forests, archipelagos and sandy beaches, Sweden offers hiking experiences for every kind of adventurer.

A seafood road trip along Sweden's west coast
All sea breeze, seafood and sun-warmed granite, Sweden's west coast is made for unhurried days, shellfish safaris and generous plates.
Seasonal highlights

Experience a Swedish crayfish party

'Surströmming' – the fermented herring that Swedes love

Unmissable music events in Sweden 2026

Coolcation in Sweden: 14 ways to keep your holiday refreshing

Swedish food safaris on land – from foraging to truffle hunting

16 castle stays near Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö

Too busy to scroll: 17 hands-on ways to experience Sweden
Some trips leave you with hundreds of photos. Others leave you with sticky fingers, sore arms and a clearer mind.
Destinations to discover

Umeå – where creativity meets northern nature

Visby – a Swedish fairytale town on the island of Gotland

Arctic Sweden – a culture-rich natural wonderland

Gothenburg – Sweden’s vibrant west coast city

Hälsingland – a province of cultural heritage and scenic beauty

City break in Stockholm and beyond



















