Have you always wanted to visit Scandinavia? See the Northern Lights, discover the last wilderness of Europe? But how do you get to the far north?
Flying is the easiest way. Often, you’ll have to transfer in Stockholm Arlanda; the nearest airport to us is Luleå, which is small and charming. From there, you can either rent a car or book our pick-up service, and we’ll come to get you 😊.
If you enter the route into Google Maps, the kilometers may initially seem overwhelming. However, these kilometers by car are also overwhelmingly beautiful. We have driven this route often enough and would recommend everyone to take their time and enjoy the journey as well. Whether it’s a detour to the beach in Denmark, taking a break at a lake in Sweden, or even spending a night at a hotel along the way to recharge your batteries. On the road, you will cross three impressive bridges: the Lillebæltsbroen, the Storebæltsbroen, and the Öresundsbron. The Lillebæltsbroen is free of charge. You can find the prices for the Storebæltsbroen here:
The prices for the Öresundsbron can be found at this link:
On the highways in Denmark and Sweden, there is no toll to pay. If you prefer to plan most things from home, you can conveniently book and pay for the Öresundbron from home to pass directly through the green line. The license plate will be scanned, the barrier opens, and the journey continues… super convenient. In Stockholm and Gothenburg, there is a city toll that can vary, but we're talking about an amount of about €5. You can read more about it here:
So you don't end up like us the first time, receiving a bill from Sweden months later and wondering what it could be, you can download the EPASS24 app in advance, register, and input your license plate and credit card information. The fee will be deducted directly. By the way, the app is also recommended for tolls in Norway.
Not only is the destination beautiful, but the journey is truly enjoyable as well. The further north you go, the less traffic there is. The rest areas are often in nature. Those traveling with a dog will love it. You can calmly walk your dog in nature everywhere.
The road signs with the bench and the little tree mark the rest areas. As it gets cooler, the toilet stalls are heated enough that you should consider taking off your jacket inside.
No one freezes their backside off here 😅.
For long drives, we always have a thick jacket, a blanket, and a pillow in the car; a kettle of tea is also recommended. With such a long drive, you should be cautious and plan enough breaks. It’s better to arrive a little later than to take any risks.
Many myths circulate regarding the route. The main roads, highways, and larger roads are regularly cleared. Winter does not come as a surprise here. As soon as the first snowflakes fall, the snowplows are ready. You don’t need an expedition vehicle with all-wheel drive. A normal car with good winter tires is sufficient. In our opinion, anyone traveling in winter should have enough provisions, a warm blanket, and winter clothing. The car should be taken to your trusted workshop beforehand, so the windshield washer fluid can be topped up or replaced to withstand temperatures of -30 degrees. The antifreeze in the coolant... your workshop can definitely help you with that.
Additionally, there is the option to cover part of the journey by ferry. For anyone choosing a segment with a ferry, here are some of the most common links:
If you're traveling with a dog, cat, or ferret, your pet needs a valid EU passport, an EU chip, and a rabies vaccination with an approved vaccine. Additionally, you must declare your animal companion at customs in Sweden. This can also be conveniently done online at:
No annoying printing necessary; the email with the number is sufficient. You can find further regulations at:
So… nothing stands in the way of your journey to us in Swedish Lapland 😊. If you have any specific questions regarding your travel planning, you can reach us through the contact form.
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