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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Mostly closed
  • Restaurants Reduced
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Closed

📣 Traveler notes

Sweden is the largest Nordic country, known for its deep forests, lakes, and rich heritage spanning from the Viking Age to the 17th century. Visitors can explore 270,000 islands and enjoy a vibrant culture, utilizing the 'right to roam' principle.

  • Be punctual for all appointments and meals.
  • Remove shoes when entering private homes.
  • Respect personal space and do not approach strangers unexpectedly.
  • Obtain numbered queue slips when lining up in public.
  • Expect a high degree of organization and adherence to rules.
  • Dress appropriately for various settings.
  • Removing shoes is customary when entering most homes. Punctuality is valued for appointments and meals. Swedes respect personal space, and queuing in public is typically highly organized (numbered slips are advisable). Visitors should respect local customs, particularly in public and celebratory areas.

About this holiday

Sweden observes numerous official public holidays, including Christian holidays (e.g., Christmas, Easter) and secular holidays (e.g., New Year's Day, May 1st, Midsummer).