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National Parks

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Discover the national parks in Sweden, from north to south, from west to east.

Skuleskogen national park

Three Swedish national parks showcasing nature at its finest

A flower-filled island outside of Stockholm, a beach paradise in the middle of the Baltic Sea and a UNESCO World Heritage Site with spectacular coastal views of the north – three national parks that exemplify the diverse landscapes of Sweden.

Slåttdalsskrevan in Skuleskogen national park

Discover the wild beauty of Swedish national parks

Sweden’s 31 national parks cover around 7,000 km² – almost 2 per cent of the total country area – and feature wildflower meadows, snow-capped mountains, sandy beaches and lush green forests.

A woman wearing headphones rests against a pine tree next to a lake. The weather is gloomy.

Eine Frau mit Kopfhörern lehnt an einer Kiefer neben einem See. Die Stimmung ist düster.

Verzaubert von Schweden

Une femme portant des écouteurs se repose contre un arbre à côté d'un lac. Le temps est maussade.

Envoûté par la Suède

Een vrouw die een koptelefoon draagt, rust tegen een dennenboom naast een meer. Het weer is somber.

Betoverd door Zweden

Spellbound by Sweden

National parks in Sweden – where myths and legends come to life

Sarek national park

True adventure in Laponia

If you’re looking to get away from it all, there’s no better place than Laponia in Swedish Lapland, where you can experience vast expanses of nature, the Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun. Head north to experience Sweden’s Arctic region and a well-preserved way of life in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Swedish Lapland – a culture-rich natural wonderland

Västerbotten – a hotspot for unforgettable nature experiences

Jämtland Härjedalen – a twin province of majestic landscapes

Hälsingland – a province of cultural heritage and scenic beauty

Gästrikland – a peaceful province by the Baltic Sea

Ångermanland

Medelpad – a province on the northeast coast

Norrbotten – the far northeast of Sweden

Dalarna – a miniature Sweden rich in nature and culture

Värmland  – a lake-rich haven of natural beauty

Uppland – where Swedish history comes to life

Stockholm – a capital built on islands and ideas

Västmanland – magnificent nature and history close to Stockholm

Sörmland – a pleasure garden studded with castles

Närke – an inland province of culture

Östergötland

Bohuslän – a gem on the idyllic west coast of Sweden

Aerial of Kosterhavet National Park with the ocean and islets.

Koster – a marine national park

Naturum, Kosterhavet

Located in Sweden’s first marine national park on the island of Sydkoster, Naturum by Gothenburg-based White architects, is a spectacular destination.

West Sweden – an outdoor adventurer’s paradise

Gothenburg – Sweden’s second largest city

Gotland – where Viking-era history meets unique natural scenery

Öland – from Swedish royalty to nature's majesty

Dalsland – a province in West Sweden

Småland – as Swedish as it gets

Halland – a coastal haven for foodies and nature lovers alike

Blekinge – a small county with great archipelago adventures

Skåne – a coastal county steeped in history

Malmö – a city of contrasts and an international melting pot

Västergötland – a province in West Sweden

National parks in Sweden

Want to plan your holiday based on your interests? Select activities of choice or explore Sweden geographically.

National Parks

General

Three Swedish national parks showcasing nature at its finest

Discover the wild beauty of Swedish national parks

National parks in Sweden – where myths and legends come to life

Swedish Lapland – a culture-rich natural wonderland

True adventure in Laponia

Norrbotten – the far northeast of Sweden

True adventure in Laponia

West Sweden – an outdoor adventurer’s paradise

Naturum, Kosterhavet