Best time to visit Sweden
Best time of year to visit Sweden
Both winter and summer could be the best time to visit Sweden. January to March is the right time for watching the Northern Lights, ice skating, and dogsledding. Late April celebrations mark the beginning of Swedish summer with longer and warmer days. May to September is the perfect time for outdoor activities from birdwatching to timber rafting. Well, summer months see more crowds and mosquitos all over the country. Up north, autumn can show up in late August (make sure to taste some surströmming, you won't forget its smell!), and the first snow is even possible in September. Anyway, chilly autumn months will hypnotize you with migrating birds and Gotland's roses in bloom. December brings celebratory atmosphere with glogg, lussekatt buns, and ginger biscuits.
23 THINGS TO DO IN SWEDEN (DECEMBER 10 - DECEMBER 19)
Northern Lights
Polar lights is a natural phenomenon that creates magical sights and emotions for anyone around
Frost 'Flowers'
The most unusual "flowers" that "bloom" only in winter
Dogsledding in Swedish Lapland
Experience one of the most famous adventures of Lapland!
Blue Hours
Your next favourite hours! This magical occurance is unique for Nordic countries
St Lucia Day
One of the celebrations that light up the gloomy winter season
The Talking Christmas Lamp
The city of Malmo is known for its unusual Christmas decorations
Ice Hotel
The hotel is rebuilt every year, offering a unique experience every time you visit!
Christmas Markets in Sweden
Swedish Christmas markets convey heart-melting Scandinavian holiday traditions
Ice Climbing
Northern of Sweden has all that it takes to have a fantastic ice climbing experience!
Swedish Bandy
A wild mix of hockey and football is one of Sweden's favorite sports
UFO Treehotel
Climb aboard a spaceship and meditate among the trees
Skiing
Swedes adore skiing! No matter where you go—to the mountains up north or the city—you will simply love it!
Lobster Season
Eat what you catch!
Pepparkakor or Gingersnaps
The obsession with Christmas starts with these delicious cookies!
Yule Goat
A giant goat statue made of straw is erected on the first day of Advent
Glogg
Swedish mulled wine with raisins, cinammon, and almonds!
Kanelbullar or Cinnamon Rolls
A typical Swedish bun is also a symbol of winter and perhaps the best way to survive during the dark days
Safran Season
With Lucia approaching, safran is all around! Enjoy!
Julmust
Sweden has its own Christmas coke!
Diving
Dive the Swedish Baltic Sea and discover all 10,000 shipwrecks at the bottom!
Gothenburg Christmas Markets
Every winter Gothenburg transforms into a winter wonderland and dazzles with holiday lights
Lussekatt Buns
Lussekatt buns are typical saffron treats served on St. Lucia Day
The Øresund Bridge
The iconic part bridge and part tunnel, which connects Denmark and Sweden
42 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Skåne Yellow Spring
out of rangeSkåne is Sweden's southern region which boasts endless yellow fields among typical red houses
Hiking and Trekking
out of rangeSweden is a great destination for hiking with tons of variety
Midsummer (Midsommar)
out of rangeOriginating from pagan times, this holiday is a celebration of everything summery and Swedish
Tree House Hotel
out of rangeMany of us dreamed when we were kids to live in a perfect treehouse. Now we have our chance
The Island of Roses
out of rangeGotland's roses bloom even in late November. The perfect destination for those who want to be enchanted in the middle of a gloomy season
Old Tjikko
out of rangeThe oldest known tree in Europe at 9,550 years looks after the harsh tundra and glaciers of Scandinavia
Gotland Pelt Sheep
out of rangeGotland is so proud of their sheep that it is featured on the flag! Moreover, these sheep are unique and insanely cute
Lundakarnevalen or Lund Carnival
out of rangeLund is one of the most intense student towns of Sweden. Every four years its intensity and level of fun rise well above the maximum!
Marking the Reindeer
out of rangeFor Sami, the people who live in Northern Lapland, reindeer means life itself
Walpurgis Eve: Sista April
out of rangeThe night when winter officially ends is celebrated with a champagne breakfast and huge bonfire in Uppsala and Lund
Paddling
out of rangeSweden is a paradise for paddling, especially its West Coast!
Timber Rafting
out of rangeBuild your own timber raft and sail the Klaralven river like Tom Sawyer and Hucklebery Fin!
Sigtunarännet
out of rangeFollow the old Viking route on skates together with a crowd of enthusiasts like yourself
Vätternrundan: the Cycle of a Lifetime!
out of rangeJoin the cycle of high prestige! Prove that you are tough enough to make it
New Year's Eve
out of rangeCelebrate the best New Year of your life in a Swedish winter wonderland
Surströmming or Sour Herring
out of rangeEvery country has its own weird food and Sweden is no exception
Biking
out of rangeSweden is famous for its sustainable outlook so biking here is elevated to a new level!
Flowers of Lapland
out of rangeLapland is not only home to Santa Clause but also to beautiful flowers
Stockholm New Year's Eve
out of rangeStart your New Year with poetry or Swedish rock music in the heart of Stockholm
WOW: Way Out West
out of rangeOne of the biggest music festivals in Sweden
Honey
out of rangeSweden is famous for its organic honey
Halloween
out of rangeDiscover Sweden's dark and scary secrets
National Day
out of rangeA day of many picnics and joyful partying
Migrating Birds at Falsterbo
out of rangeWitness over 100,000 birds pass Falstebro on their way south!
Göta Canal Season
out of rangeSweden's 190 km Blue Ribbon attracts around two million tourists yearly
Pickled Herring
out of rangeA typical Christmas dish made of fermented herring with sugar and onions
Stockholm Jazz Festival
out of rangeThe largest jazz festival in Sweden!
Kräftskiva: Crayfish Party
out of rangeEnjoy a jolly time eating crayfish with a chef's hat on!
Semla Dessert
out of rangeThe first week of February is all about fatty treats!
Land of the Midnight Sun
out of rangeHave you ever dreamed of making these wonderful summer days longer? Here is your chance!
Storsjön Lake Ice Road
out of rangeOne of the most spectacular seasonal roads will give you a little shiver on your back
White Water Rafting
out of rangeSummer is a perfect time for this exciting sport
Highschool Graduation
out of rangeDon't be surprised if you see vans full of highschool kids waving and shouting to you
Sweden Rock Festival
out of rangeIconic heavy metal and hard rock heaven in Sölvesborg
Easter
out of rangeEaster in Sweden is full of traditions connected to the celebrations of spring, nature awakening, and family reunions—but with a twist!
Svartsoppa for St Martin's Day
out of rangeSt Martin is a day of geese! People gather for huge festive meals and eat special food!
Melodifestivalen
out of rangeThis is one of the few cases when something bad is so bad that it becomes cool
Birdwatching
out of rangeThe rich variety of topographies of the Lulea archipelago attracts many different kinds of birds to Northern Scandinavia
Påskmust
out of rangeSweden has its own Easter coke!
Boating
out of rangeRent a boat and see Sweden from the water
Night Golf
out of rangeGolf has become one of the most popular sports in Sweden recently. In summer, you can play it even during the night!
Fishing
out of rangeWith more than 100,000 lakes and 200 km of rivers, fishing in Sweden is a dream come true!
