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Hikes in Sweden

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Sweden awaits you: The sparsely populated country in northern Europe is perfect for beautiful hikes in a varied, peaceful nature. Numerous hiking trails lead you along the coast, through dense forests and up impressive mountain peaks. From short tours across the plains and through the hilly landscape in the south to sporty adventures in the high mountains, Sweden is a true paradise for hiking.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Sweden

Steg am Metsjön
Hiking Trail · Bohuslän
Rundwanderung Metsjön & Bohusleden
Toprecommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
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12.5 km
3:10 h
51 m
51 m
Rundtour ab Metsjön auf dem Bohusleden. Wälder, Seen und Badestellen machen diese abwechslungsreiche Wanderung zum echten Naturerlebnis in Schweden.
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Brattfallet Waterfall and Gorge
Hiking Trail · Värmland
Halgåleden - Wanderung am Brattfallet Wasserfall in Värmland
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
9.1 km
2:30 h
149 m
149 m
Der Halgåleden beginnt und endet am Brattfallet Wasserfall. Er führt durch liebliche Natur zwischen Wasserfall und dem Fluss Klarälven und ist in verschiedenen Längen wanderbar.
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View over the Rapadalen
Hiking Trail · Lappland
Multi-day hike from Sitoälvsbron to Aktse and to Skierffe
Toprecommended route Difficulty difficult
1
48 km
13:35 h
1,112 m
1,112 m
Multi-day hike to one of the most beautiful viewpoint summits above the Rapadelta in Lapland: Skierffe!
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Even in bad weather, dozens of islands and the lake can already be seen
Hiking Trail · Småland
Walk in Åsnen National Park
Toprecommended route Difficulty easy
4.8 km
1:15 h
54 m
51 m
In the north of the Åsnen National Park, established only in 2018 and with its thousand islands, lies this beautiful, small circular hike directly at the Bjurkärr bird sanctuary.
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Sundsby manor
Hiking Trail · Bohuslän
Sundsbyleden - Circular hike on the island of Mjörn between Orust and Tjörn
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
2
5 km
1:32 h
155 m
155 m
Circular hike on the Säbyleden on the island of Mjörn between Orust and Tjörn.
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Sunnabron - Bjurkärr
Hiking Trail · Småland
Åsnen National Park and Hunshult Nature Reserve
Toprecommended route Difficulty easy
1
9.1 km
2:21 h
21 m
20 m
On the way through the Åsnen National Park and the Hunshult nature reserve, we discover breathtaking natural landscapes such as the ancient forests of Bjurkärr.
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Riesenfels
Hiking Trail · Närke
Sveafallen - Glacier mills, gorge, and rocks
Toprecommended route Difficulty easy
3
5.3 km
2:15 h
41 m
41 m
Close-to-nature route in the Sveafallen nature reserve near Degerfors to glacier mills, rocks, and the Domedagsvallen gorge.
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Stream impressions
Hiking Trail · Dalarna
Njupeskär and Rörsjön
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
2
9.4 km
3:30 h
235 m
235 m
Longer route to Njupeskär (Sweden's highest waterfall) and across the fjäll plateau to the two Rörsjön (lakes).
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Rakaur near Folhammar
Hiking Trail · Gotland
The wild raukar at Folhammar
PremiumPremium content Difficulty easy
2.9 km
0:45 h
16 m
16 m
The wild formations on the beach of Folhammar are the highlight of the route.
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Hofruine Fjäle
Hiking Trail · Gotland
Circular hike through the truffle forests of Fjäle Ängar
PremiumPremium content Difficulty easy
0.8 km
2:00 h
2 m
2 m
Exploration route through the forests of Fjäle
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Hiking in harmony with nature

In Sweden, the „Allemansrätten” – (Everyman's Right) applies. It means that you can move freely in nature as long as you treat it with respect. You have free access to nature, which means you can go wild camping, swim in lakes and even make campfires under the stars in the evening. So if you're going on a multi-day hike, you can head straight out with camping gear. In addition, always plan enough time for spontaneous side trips or small adventures like a kayak tour!

Hiking tours - a day on the road in Sweden

In addition to the long-distance hiking trails, there are of course numerous tours that you can do in a day.

For example, you can explore the Swedish island of Gullholmen on a leisurely walk.

For example, you can explore the Swedish island of Gullholmen on a leisurely walk. You can also follow in the footsteps of Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden through Skåne, in the Delsjö recreation area near Göteborg, on the island of Blå Jungfrun in Småland or along the coast north of Göteborg. Or you can experience Sweden's diversity on a hiking tour along the Järnleden.

There are numerous hiking trails in Sweden.

There are many ways to get to know Sweden and the country's beautiful nature. Sweden is definitely worth a trip for outdoor enthusiasts. Discover it for yourself!

Bohuslän
Recommended route Gullholmen - Archipelago route off Sweden’s coast
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Recommended route Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden hike in Skåne
Västergötland
Recommended route Around Stora Delsjön
Bohuslän
Recommended route Coast at its finest: In Sweden's archipelago

Schweden in Miniatur - Unterwegs auf dem Järnleden

Der Eisenweg gehört zud en schönsten Wanderwegen Schwedens. Der gut ausgeschilderte Weg verläuft über historische Pfade, die schon im 17. Jahrhundert entstanden sind. Auf den Infotafeln erfahrt ihr Wissenswertes über die Historie des Järnladen. Die Wandertour ist überwiegend einfach zu gehen und deshalb auch für Familien geeignet. 

Die geheimnisvolle Insel Blå Jungfrun vor der Ostküste von Schweden ist ein geschützter Nationalpark. Durch die unzugängliche Lage und Abgeschiedenheit der Insel sind einige Geschichten über die Bewohner der Insel entstanden - Osterhexen, Meerjungfrauen und göttliche Wesen sollen der Legende nach hier leben. Auf der leichten Wanderung rund um die kleine Insel könnt ihr tolle Ausblicke genießen, einen Blick in die Höhlen wagen und das Steinlabyrinth Trojeborg besichtigen. 

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Recommended route Järnleden - The Iron Path in Värmland - Sweden in Miniature
Småland
Recommended route Unique route on the mysterious island of Blå Jungfrun

Hiking in the fells

The Fjäll is probably one of the most popular areas in Sweden for outdoor sports. The term refers to a rocky plateau that lies above the coniferous forest line. In northern Scandinavia, this is between 500 m and 900 m – and yet here we find vegetation of low trees, heather and lichens that we only find in the Alps, for example, at an altitude of 1500 m.

The Swedish Hiking Association STF (Svenska Turistföreningen) takes care of the maintenance of the Kungsleden and other hiking trails in Nodschweden. The STF also manages cabins and the popular fjällstationer (mountain stations), which offer simple ¨overnight accommodation in the wilderness.

Schwedens hohen Norden entdecken

Eine beeindruckende Bergkulisse und reißende Flüsse und Bäche erwarten euch im Norden des Landes. Auf der mittelschweren Wanderung von Kebnekaise nach Singi seid ihr rund 4 Stunden unterwegs. Sonnige Felsen laden zu einer Pause während der Wanderung ein. Mit etwas Glück bekommt ihr in Lappland auch Rentiere zu sehen. Die Wanderung ist Teil des Fernwanderwegs Kungsleden, Schwedens längster und bekanntester Fernwanderweg. 

Hiking Trail · Lappland
On the Kungsleden from Kebnekaise to Singi
PremiumPremium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.3 km
Duration 3:47 h
Ascent 253 m
Descent 214 m

Very beautiful, moderate hiking route through northern Sweden, with an impressive mountain backdrop and rushing rivers and streams.

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Fernwanderwege und Pilgerwege in Schweden

Wer im spirituellen Geiste wandern oder den Weg zu sich selbst finden möchte, ist in Schweden genau richtig! Vor allem in Småland kann man alten Pilgerpfaden folgen. Sie sind Teil des großen Pilgerwegenetzes zwischen dem spanischen Santiago de Compostola und dem norwegischen Trondheim und verbinden auf einzigartige Weise Geschichte und unberührte Natur. Eine der wichtigsten Stationen auf dem Weg durch den hohen Norden ist das Zisterzienserkloster Nydala, das älteste Kloster Schwedens.

Der Pilgerweg St. Olavsleden startet in Westschweden und endet in Norwegen. Es ist der weltweit nördlichste Pilgerweg. Auf knapp 600 km führt euch der St. Olavsweg vom schwedischen Selånger bis ins norwegische Trondheim, dabei genießt ihr beim Wandern eine beeindruckende Landschaft mit schönen Wäldern, Bergen und Seen.

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Tyresta National Park by alf
October 12, 2025 · Community
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Ryvviken und Gotburgsfyr by R & T
September 28, 2025 · Community
Route done on June 12, 2025
Photo: R & T wayfarer, Community
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Vimmerby – The primeval forest in Norra Kvill National Park by Christina
September 21, 2025 · Community
Schöner Rundweg durch den Wald. Man muss allerdings schon im wahrsten Sinne über „Stock und Stein“ und auch recht steile (bei feuchtem Wetter auch rutschige) Wege hoch/runter. Würde den Weg selber nicht unbedingt als „leicht“ beschreiben, aber die Gegend ist super schön und sehr zu empfehlen
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