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Relaxing by the lake
Reconnecting with nature at one of Sweden’s 100 000 lakes. Nature is always close at hand in Sweden and many people turn to nature to recharge during the week.
Photo credit: Alexander Hall/imagebank.sweden.se
Nature & Outdoors
The Northern Lights dance across the skies in Arctic winter and the Midnight Sun illuminates the nights in the summer months. From the mountains of the mighty north, to the white sandy beaches of the temperate south, we have space for everyone. Explore the best nature of Sweden.
Last updated 31 March 2022
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Island walks in the archipelago
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