Motorhome holidays in Sweden! As you know, we live in an elongated country and there are plenty of different routes to take by motorhome (or by car, for that matter). Here are seven motorhome trips - six we've done and one we're dreaming of.
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Motorhome holidays in Sweden
No matter how many times you've travelled in Sweden, there is always a new exciting corner, or a new interesting route, to discover. We've become better at travelling in our own country in recent years, and we've got a taste for it. Here are some suggestions for roads and locations for motorhome travel in Sweden. I'm sure you have even more to suggest!
1. Along the Göta Canal
The Göta Canal offers charming towns and beautiful lock environments. Here you can make lots of detours to historically interesting and exciting places. There are quite a few pitches along the way, but please note that during the low season there is high pressure on pitches.
Some highlights of the trip
- Locations: Söderköping, Borensberg, Motala, Vadstena, Askersund
- Attractions: Stegeborg Castle ruins, Vreta Abbey, Berg's locks, Alvastra Abbey ruins, Forsvik, Karlsborg Fortress.
- Experiencing nature: Tiveden National Park
2. Around Öland
Öland is a fantastic island, often referred to as the island of sun and wind. Here you can enjoy the tranquillity and nature, or perhaps swim at the beautiful beaches. There is also a lot of history and art. Both campsites and caravan parks are located along the coasts.
Some highlights of the trip
- Locations: Borgholm
- Attractions: Långe Jan, Eketorp castle, Sankt Knuts chapel, Gråborg, Öland museum Himmelsberga, Långe Erik, Borgholm castle, Solliden
- Experiencing nature: Stora Alvaret, Southern Öland headland, Trollskogen, Byrums raukar
3. roslagen
Roslagen offers a lovely east coast with an archipelago, islands, boating and charming towns with fish restaurants and cafés. Here you can also see the historic vallon mills, and there are plenty of nature reserves. Many campsites and caravan parks are located on the waterfront.
Some highlights of the trip
- Locations: Vaxholm, Norrtälje, Grisslehamn, Öregrund
- Attractions: Kastellet in Vaxholm, Pythagoras industrial museum in Norrtälje, Vikingabyn Storholmen, Forsmarks bruk, Österbybruk, Lövstabruk
- Experiencing nature: Riddersholm nature reserve, boat trips to archipelago islands
4. The Glass Kingdom in Småland
The Glasriket region of Småland is perfect for those who want to travel around within a limited geographical area, and at the same time find a wide range of nature and culture. There's glassblowing and arts and crafts, but also plenty of nature and adventure. Many campsites and pitches are personal and welcoming.
Some highlights of the trip
- Locations: Kosta, Emmaboda
- Attractions: Kosta Art Gallery, various glassworks, The Glass Factory in Boda, Lessebo hand paper mill, Utvandrarbygden, James Bond Museum.
- Experiencing nature: Elk safari, Europe's longest zipline, packraft at Vidinge farm, Ödevata farm hotel.
5. Skåne
Skåne has a lot to offer in terms of nature, culture and different experiences. There are fine towns, historic castles, beautiful sandy beaches and lovely nature reserves. You will also find several Swedish vineyards here.
Some highlights of the trip
- Locations: Kristianstad, Åhus, Ystad, Lund, Landskrona, Helsingborg
- Attractions: Bäckaskog castle, Glimmingehus, Ales stenar, Smygehuk, Kulturen i Lund, Landskrona castle, Sofiero castle, Nimis artwork, Birgit Nilsson Museum, Norrviken gardens.
- Experiencing nature: Ivön, the sandy beach in Skanör, Dalby Söderskog, Ven, Kullaberg Nature Reserve, Hovs Hallar, etc.
6. Around Lake Mälaren
There is so much to discover around Lake Mälaren. Above all, there are a huge number of castles, many of which are royal. There is also beautiful nature, nice cities, culture and various attractions. There are campsites and caravan parks here and there!
Some highlights of the trip
- Locations: Stockholm, Strängnäs, Eskilstuna, Västerås, Enköping, Sigtuna
- Attractions: Taxinge-Näsby castle, Gripsholm castle, Strömsholm castle, Tidö castle, Anundshög, Vallby open-air museum, Skokloster castle, Rosersberg castle, Ulriksdal castle.
- Experiencing nature: Lake Mälaren and its islands
7. The wilderness road
We've only mentioned routes in southern and central Sweden, because that's where we've travelled the most. To compensate, we're mentioning a road in northern Sweden, which we haven't experienced yet, but know that many people think it's fantastic.
The Vildmarksvägen is Sweden's highest paved road and crosses the Stekenjokk plateau between Lapland and Jämtland. The road, which is 50 kilometres long, offers mountain adventures in a Sami cultural landscape. Please note that the route over Stekenjokk is only open from 6 June to 15 October.
Some highlights of the trip
- Locations: Strömsund, Gäddede, Saxnäs, Vilhelmina, Dorotea
- Attractions: Fatomakke church town, Ankarede church town
- Experiencing nature: Hiking trails, 11 waterfalls, guided nature tours
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bmlarstravellingblog says:
So many great suggestions for motorhome road trips! Looking north, the High Coast tourist route with small fishing villages and wonderful nature is a suggestion. Then also the road from Kiruna towards Riksgränsen with Abisko, Lapporten and Torne träsk. We have driven Gotland around off season once and we can imagine a repeat of that trip!
Sweden is actually amazing!
17 March 2022 - 10:04
Helena says:
We are also keen on the high coast! In the north we also have a lot left, and Gotland is also left for us. Thanks for great tips! 🙂
18 March 2022 - 21:39
Our Vantastic Travels says:
The Dalsland Canal is another highlight of our country.
28 March 2022 - 21:45
Annar Aas says:
Around Kallsjön and the river. Start in Järpen and finish in Duved. A small turn within Norway at Sandvika. Then drive over Skalstugan on the road to Duved. And stop at tennforsen. Many good campsites and pitches. Nice fishing too. D bar to go.
17 March 2022 - 10:33
Helena says:
Great tips! We have travelled very little north, but you should still have something to dream about! 🙂
18 March 2022 - 21:40
Arne Lindh says:
VÄTTERN RUNT is not just a cycle race. For us easterners, Lake Vättern is our west coast with many cosy excursion destinations. Some of them:
Vadstena, the city of culture with a long and exciting history, castle, monastery, Holy Birgitta, sculpture park, spa, restaurants, shops, harbour and central car park.
Omberg, Sagoberg with fantastic nature, Stolplycke harbour.
Hästholmen, the big, small harbour. View towards Ellen Keys Strand, which we will visit at some point. Stora Lunda nature reserve with a car park for motorhomes down by the shore of Lake Vättern.
Gränna. Not only candy canes, Andreemuseum, Visingsö. Preferably a detour to Bauergården in Bunn, Sweden's only Topplatz (German ranking of the best campsites).
Jönköping with Oset, Elmia and a nice city, which unfortunately we haven't seen much of ...
The bison farm in Grate, south of Hjo. Car park and restaurant. And bison. Take a safari.
Hjo. The cosy wooden town. Stroll around, walk along the creek up to Stampens kvarn, where we had one of the best meals ever.
Karlsborg with its fortress and Göta Canal. There is much to see here. Parking space at the sailing society.
Granvik. Pub and boat harbour, just north of Karlsborg. Small, simple campsite. Close to Tiveden, the big forest with lots of excursion destinations.
Askersund is a cosy small town with a nice parking space near the centre. Always full, unfortunately.
Motala is a lovely seaside town with a pleasant harbour and canal environment, a radio museum and a motorcycle museum.
Just something that exists around our most elongated inland sea. Go here.
18 March 2022 - 6:23
Helena says:
Wow, so many good tips! Some of these places we have visited, but far from all. Agree with Vadstena, Gränna and Visingsö, among others, these are places we like a lot! Then there are a lot of places we have not had time for. Hjo we are curious about! Thanks again for all the tips!
18 March 2022 - 21:42