A nature reserve in Jämtland County, Sweden. It is part of the pan-European Natura 2000 network. The nature reserve is a diverse landscape with mountain peaks, forests and wetlands.
The Sonfjället National Park is a lot more inaccessible and therefore considerably quieter. This mountain (fjället) is known to be one of the best places to see bears in Sweden without them being lured with food. Sonfjället is also located in Dalarna but receives far fewer visitors to Fulufjället because it is smaller and there are hardly any tourist facilities.
A nice getaway in the middle of Sweden is Bratfallet, a waterfall that runs in several stages. There are a few hiking trails and just past the waterfall there are a some places where you can swim in the river. The Bratfallet is located near Hagfors, a popular region in Värmland for families to go on holiday.
The calm waters of Åsnen National Park in southern Småland feature over 100 islands and forested peninsulas. This national park is over three-quarters water, making it perfect for activities like kayaking and boating. Many of the islands have beautiful peaks.
The twin spires of Uppsala Cathedral rise above Sweden’s oldest university district, where historic architecture meets modern student life. The Cathedral Quarter’s beautifully symmetrical Carolina Rediviva library stands as the heart of academic Uppsala, while cozy cafés fill medieval buildings where Vikings once walked.
The Renaissance-era Malmö Castle is the oldest preserved fortress in Scandinavia. Within the grounds of this imposing castle are three museums showcasing Nordic art and history. Young entrepreneurs and artists put on exhibitions in the surrounding Slottsträdgården garden, while the castle grounds offer peaceful walks along the old moat.
The former royal residence of Läckö Castle ranks among the top sights in Sweden. Among its attractions are its baroque architecture, perfectly preserved 17th-century interiors, and setting on Lake Vänern, Sweden's largest. Inside, the castle’s 250 rooms are ornately decorated.
The church ruins and medieval walls of Visby’s old town are a medieval remnant on this island off Sweden's eastern coast. Among the top attractions in Sweden, this UNESCO World Heritage site will captivate you with its ring wall and Hanseatic League-era towers.
Stenshufvud is a national park in Sweden, located near Kivik, in Skåne County, in the municipality of Simrishamn. The park is a lone hill, 97 metres high, standing on the Baltic coast of Sweden.
