The ultimate campervan country: 21 reasons you must visit Sweden in your van

Whilst everyone heads south in their vans, there’s Sweden, a unique van-paradise stretching to the very top of Europe.

It’s a country perfectly set up for vanlife. Here are 21 reasons why…

Also see this post: Sweden by campervan: an Arctic adventure

1. You can drive right into the forest

2. You can get pictures like this from the roadside

3. Camping in nature is legal and… normal

Everyone has the right to enjoy nature. They call it Allemansrätten, meaning all mans rights.

4. The Pine & Fur trees provide the best living room

Not only does pine smell great but spending time in a pine forest has many benefits for your health

5. There’s space for everyone

Even in the capital of Stockholm, there’s so much open space that gives it a totally different feel compared to most other capitals.

6. Very well-maintained roads

Even in the most remote areas the roads are perfect. If you’re from the UK this could cause confusion and/or anger.

7. Amazing public toilets

8. Easily accessible bins and recycling

9. Sweden is really clean

10. Camp where you like

11. Beaches mountains, lakes and forest all accessible by van

12. Public BBQ spots are everywhere

13. Public fire pits provided

14. Fire wood is often provided free (especially up north)

15. But it’s also dry enough to collect your own

16. Foraging: lots of Blueberries, Cranberries, Chanterelle mushrooms

See post: Sweden by campervan: discovering the free forest food

17. You can wash in the clean lakes and rivers

You can also save your van water by washing your dishes in the lakes (no soap)

18. Decent drinking water is everywhere and free

19. The summer days are really long and very warm

The summers are often hotter than the UK and the days are longer. Combine that with cooking on the provided BBQ by a lake with your van-home right there!

20. View the aurora from your van (except summer)

You can drive to the best aurora viewing spots in the world and watch the show without even leaving the van, if you like.

See post: Discovering Sweden’s best Aurora spots by Campervan

21. It’s dry

Dry cold vs damp cold makes a huge difference when living in a van. Low temperatures are a lot more tolerable and comfortable. It’s quite easy to stay with your van into autumn. Even winter is possible if you’re prepared.

Sweden is a nature-oriented country

It’s clear a lot of thought is put into the environment and nature here in Sweden. This eco-mindset is embedded into the culture and I’d say, I hope, it makes life better for everyone there.

Also see these posts:

Beyond the lakes: A Swedish campervan adventure

The ultimate campervan country: 21 reasons to visit Sweden in your van

Comment below with thoughts, tips, things to add, as well as reasons why we all shouldn’t just move to Sweden…

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