Riding the Blue Train in Sweden
The Blue Train is a cool, retro alternative to Sweden’s usual high-speed trains, with a laid-back piano bar and a fancy restaurant onboard. Here’s what you can expect!
Things to do in Sweden
Swedish castles you can sleep in
We love a good-value hotel here at Routes North, but sometimes even cheapskates like us want to be treated like…
Where to see the midnight sun in Sweden
From the start of June until the second week of July, it’s possible to see the midnight sun across large…
Finding Astrid Lindgren in Sweden
Astrid Lindgren is Sweden’s best-loved children’s author, and is as much a part of the Swedish consciousness as fika, salt…
All you need to know about cycling in Sweden
Getting around on two wheels isn’t just for Stockholm’s beardy hipsters. Sweden is a real cyclists’ paradise, and pedalling from…
Sweden’s best summer festivals
Summer has finally arrived in Scandinavia, and there’s no better way to soak up the sunshine than by hanging out…
Where to find Vikings in Sweden
VIKINGS! For history geeks, one of the big joys of a visit to Sweden is learning all about the fierce folk who…
Falu Mine: where Sweden’s cottages get their colour
A red cottage in the countryside is one of the most recognisable symbols of Sweden. If you want to learn…
Cheap and free things to do in Karlstad
Karlstad is the surprisingly lively capital of western Sweden’s Värmland region. It’s home to one of the largest coffee brands…
Interrailing around Sweden
Forget bumpy bus rides and overpriced domestic flights: if you want to see Sweden comfortably, cheaply and with a can…