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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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Time for play! Outdoor activities in Malmö
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Immerse yourself in the Swedish forest
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Coolcationing in Sweden: 11 ways to keep your holiday refreshing
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Skåne and Malmö beaches
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Soft adventures – all the adventure, less of the effort
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Top 5 outdoor activities close to Gothenburg
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Top 5 outdoor activities in Malmö
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5 nature experiences in Stockholm
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Bouldering in the archipelago of Gothenburg
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Top 6 nature experiences in Småland
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Sweden's waterfalls – from thunderous cascades to fairytale trickles
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Swedish parks and gardens
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Top 8 lake vacations in Sweden – from wild swimming to kayak adventures
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Watch thousands of cranes dance at Hornborgasjön
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Top nature experiences in West Sweden
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How to capture the elusive Northern Lights
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Blueberries: superfoods from Swedish nature
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9 beautiful beaches in Sweden – from seaside baths to inland lakes
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Island walks in the archipelago
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Explore Stockholm archipelago
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Allemansrätten - Sweden's right of public access
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Naturum, Kosterhavet
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Swedish nature in Virtual reality (VR)
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Top eco tourism attractions in Sweden
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When and where to see the magical Northern Lights in Sweden
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The gardens of Sweden – a botanist’s dream
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National parks in Sweden – where myths and legends come to life
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Getting around Stockholm archipelago
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When and where to see the spectacular Midnight Sun
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