If you require removals to Sweden, you will already know that the hours of daylight are long in summer but the winters are cold and dark. In Stockholm in January and February, the daylight hours can be as little as seven hours and in the northern tip of the country, you can expect to be in complete darkness for about eight weeks. All in all you will leave for work and return home in the dark in winter, as the number of daylight hours are cut short.
Moving Partnership specialise in removals to Sweden and removals to Scandinavia and offer high quality removals to Sweden at the best possible prices. Whether you need household or commercial removals to Sweden, storage, specialist removals, help with packing or unpacking or cleaning of the property you have vacated, Moving Partnership will save you time and money by finding the service that best suits your requirements.
Meanwhile, if you are organising removals to Sweden, you will want to know how to occupy your time in winter. To help you, here is our guide on some of the most popular activities to do at this time of year.
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Popular Activities in Winter in Sweden
Winter Sports
Sweden is one of the healthiest nations on earth and the Swedes have some of the longest lifespans. Men can live up to 78 years of age and women can expect to live an average of 83 years of age.
It also has a great outdoors culture as people enjoy getting out and about and being active, whatever the weather. Winter activities range from indoor exercise, such as yoga, Pilates and working out in the gym, to family friendly activities like bike riding, hiking, ice-skating and snowshoeing - an activity which involves wearing special shoes for hiking through the snow.
If you fancy more adventurous or challenging sports, Sweden has so much to offer. There are all sorts of amazing activities you can do, from the more traditional such as downhill skiing and snowboarding at one of Sweden’s 200 ski resorts, to dog sledding or snowmobiling in the Swedish Lapland, playing ice-hockey, and even ice-climbing – although this is only for the experienced and highly fit adrenaline junkies!
Holidaying
If you have holiday time in winter, you will have the chance to explore what this beautiful country has to offer.
Sweden has the first ever Ice Hotel which opened in 1990 in Jukkasjärvi. It is made entirely from ice and snow and is rebuilt each year. Here you can marvel at the stunning surroundings or sip vodka from frozen glasses at the bar.
The country also offers an opportunity to go on Safari. Head for Lapland to go on reindeer safari, and while you are there you can look out for the mysterious Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, and see waves of coloured lights dance across the sky. In Lapland, you can also find out more about the nomadic Sami - one of the oldest cultures in the world – and learn about their way of life.
Culture
You don’t have to get active or travel far to have an enjoyable time in the winter months in Sweden. Wherever you settle you will discover new places to visit, ranging from museums to art galleries, theatres and opera houses. And if you enjoy contemporary dance, the internationally renowned Cullberg Ballet based in Stockholm, tours nationally and abroad and their performances are well worth watching.
Whatever you enjoy seeing, visit your local tourist information centre to discover the best places near you.
Shopping
The winter markets are very enjoyable in Sweden and add to the beauty and atmosphere of the Christmas season. Here you can sample hot food or mulled wine or stock up on some of the locally made crafts to give to friends or family back in the UK.
There are some fantastic Christmas markets all over the country and among the best are those in Stockholm, Malmo and of course Gothenburg which has the biggest Christmas market at the amusement park in Liseberg. Here you can enjoy Christmas food, and drinks that include vodka or warming winter Glogg (mulled wine). And if you are tired of shopping, just head for the nearby ice-skating rink.
Night Classes
Night classes or weekend seminars are popular in Sweden and there are all sorts of adult learning or educational classes, ranging from wood work to arts classes, flower arranging and cookery classes.
You will also have the opportunity to learn Swedish and this will help you adjust to your new life. The Swedish for Immigrants (SFI) programme provides free Swedish lessons for those who have moved to the country. The courses are provided by the Swedish National Agency for Education and towns and cities have an obligation to offer Swedish to new comers so you can soon learn the language of your host country.
About Moving Partnership
Moving Partnership is committed to sourcing a high quality service for removals to Sweden, at the most competitive prices. We cater for household, commercial and corporate moves between the UK, Sweden, and most other Scandinavian, European or international destinations.
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Friday, 16 May 2014
Monday, 12 May 2014
Removals to Sweden: How Christmas and New Year Was Celebrated in Sweden
Christmas and New Year celebrations may well be over now, but if you are arranging removals to Sweden, you may want to think about how the festivities are marked over there. This article looks at some of the ways you would expect to see Christmas and New Year celebrated in Sweden.
Meanwhile, for hassle free removals to Sweden, Moving Partnership offers the ideal solution. We know your time is precious so we compare hundreds of removals quotes to get the best offer for your destination.
Whether you want specialist removals, storage, removals on a specific date, full load or part load removals to Sweden, or a complete packing and unpacking service, we find you the best deal. Contact Moving Partnership today for reliable and competitive quotation for removals to Sweden.
If you require removals to Sweden, in order to be well prepared for the festivities in 2013/14 here is our brief guide on what to expect at this time of year. As the Swedes say: ‘God Jul’, or Merry Christmas!
Removals to Sweden – click here for full information on our removals to Sweden service or contact us now for a free online moving quote.
Christmas in Sweden
The Christmas season starts on the first of the month when many people put advent stars or candles in their windows. Advent candles are popular in Sweden and one candle is lit a week to mark the countdown to Christmas.
A big day in Sweden in the run up to Christmas is the Festival of Lights or St Lucia Day (December 13th) when a child is chosen to lead a candle lit procession. Traditional songs or carols are sung and the child representing St Lucia carries saffron buns and ginger snaps.
The girl – or even sometimes a boy – chosen to be Lucia wears white with a red ribbon on their waist and a wreath of electric candles. The girls dress in white and the boys may dress up as star boys (all in white), Santas or gingerbread men.
Christmas Day is celebrated in much the same way as it is in England, except the main feast and opening of the presents take place on Christmas Eve. Another difference is that Santa traditionally comes knocking at the door instead of falling down the chimney. And instead of putting Xmas cake and brandy out for Santa, he gets a bowl of rice porridge with cinnamon or jam!
Just as in Britain, it is traditional to have a Christmas tree in Sweden. This can be decorated in any way you choose and instead of being taken down 12 days after Christmas, it usually stays up until about mid-January.
Christmas Dinner
Christmas dinner usually takes the form of a buffet with pickled herring, smoked salmon and gravlax (a dish of raw, cured fish). You can also expect to see cold meat at the buffet, Christmas ham, meatballs, stuffed cabbage, pork ribs, pork sausages, rye bread, and a baked layered potato dish with cream and onions, called Janssons Frestelse.
Popular sweet dishes on Christmas Eve include sweet pastries and ginger snap biscuits called Pepparkakor. This delicious feast would be washed down with some gorgeous hot mulled wine. And after the feast, usually someone dresses up as Tomte, which is a Christmas gnome!
New Year in Sweden
Whereas Christmas is very much a family occasion, Swedish people like to bring in the New Year with friends and often have parties at home.
They dress up and have a feast where they talk about the past year and what they expect in the future. They also discuss their New Year’s resolutions and this can be anything from taking up exercise, to travelling more, or cutting down on the booze! It is traditional at the feast to be served legumes and black eyed peas as this represents luck and prosperity.
The Swedes might round off the celebrations watching the New Year countdown on TV or fireworks from their window. Another tradition is to make a scarecrow to be burned at Midnight as this represents all the bad things that have happened in the past. Then they wish each other ‘Gott Nytt Ar’ which is Swedish for ‘Happy New Year!’
The Swedish Christmas and New Year holiday period usually lasts about a week when people visit friends or family, travel or enjoy a well-earned break.
About Moving Partnership
Moving Partnership specialise in removals to Sweden and provide competitive quotations for domestic and commercial moves from UK to Sweden, or removals to other European or international destinations. Most of the companies we partner with are FAIM accredited or BAR registered so you can be assured of the best possible service.
Removals to Sweden – click here for full information on our removals to Sweden service or contact us now for a free online moving quote.
Meanwhile, for hassle free removals to Sweden, Moving Partnership offers the ideal solution. We know your time is precious so we compare hundreds of removals quotes to get the best offer for your destination.
Whether you want specialist removals, storage, removals on a specific date, full load or part load removals to Sweden, or a complete packing and unpacking service, we find you the best deal. Contact Moving Partnership today for reliable and competitive quotation for removals to Sweden.
If you require removals to Sweden, in order to be well prepared for the festivities in 2013/14 here is our brief guide on what to expect at this time of year. As the Swedes say: ‘God Jul’, or Merry Christmas!
Removals to Sweden – click here for full information on our removals to Sweden service or contact us now for a free online moving quote.
Christmas in Sweden
The Christmas season starts on the first of the month when many people put advent stars or candles in their windows. Advent candles are popular in Sweden and one candle is lit a week to mark the countdown to Christmas.
A big day in Sweden in the run up to Christmas is the Festival of Lights or St Lucia Day (December 13th) when a child is chosen to lead a candle lit procession. Traditional songs or carols are sung and the child representing St Lucia carries saffron buns and ginger snaps.
The girl – or even sometimes a boy – chosen to be Lucia wears white with a red ribbon on their waist and a wreath of electric candles. The girls dress in white and the boys may dress up as star boys (all in white), Santas or gingerbread men.
Christmas Day is celebrated in much the same way as it is in England, except the main feast and opening of the presents take place on Christmas Eve. Another difference is that Santa traditionally comes knocking at the door instead of falling down the chimney. And instead of putting Xmas cake and brandy out for Santa, he gets a bowl of rice porridge with cinnamon or jam!
Just as in Britain, it is traditional to have a Christmas tree in Sweden. This can be decorated in any way you choose and instead of being taken down 12 days after Christmas, it usually stays up until about mid-January.
Christmas Dinner
Christmas dinner usually takes the form of a buffet with pickled herring, smoked salmon and gravlax (a dish of raw, cured fish). You can also expect to see cold meat at the buffet, Christmas ham, meatballs, stuffed cabbage, pork ribs, pork sausages, rye bread, and a baked layered potato dish with cream and onions, called Janssons Frestelse.
Popular sweet dishes on Christmas Eve include sweet pastries and ginger snap biscuits called Pepparkakor. This delicious feast would be washed down with some gorgeous hot mulled wine. And after the feast, usually someone dresses up as Tomte, which is a Christmas gnome!
New Year in Sweden
Whereas Christmas is very much a family occasion, Swedish people like to bring in the New Year with friends and often have parties at home.
They dress up and have a feast where they talk about the past year and what they expect in the future. They also discuss their New Year’s resolutions and this can be anything from taking up exercise, to travelling more, or cutting down on the booze! It is traditional at the feast to be served legumes and black eyed peas as this represents luck and prosperity.
The Swedes might round off the celebrations watching the New Year countdown on TV or fireworks from their window. Another tradition is to make a scarecrow to be burned at Midnight as this represents all the bad things that have happened in the past. Then they wish each other ‘Gott Nytt Ar’ which is Swedish for ‘Happy New Year!’
The Swedish Christmas and New Year holiday period usually lasts about a week when people visit friends or family, travel or enjoy a well-earned break.
About Moving Partnership
Moving Partnership specialise in removals to Sweden and provide competitive quotations for domestic and commercial moves from UK to Sweden, or removals to other European or international destinations. Most of the companies we partner with are FAIM accredited or BAR registered so you can be assured of the best possible service.
Removals to Sweden – click here for full information on our removals to Sweden service or contact us now for a free online moving quote.
Friday, 9 May 2014
Removals to Sweden: Castles and Fortresses in Sweden
Beautiful landscapes are just one of the attractions for many people undertaking removals to Sweden. The country also has many attractive buildings, including castles and fortresses, and in this article we will turn the spotlight on some of the most famous.
If you are moving to Sweden, then you can rely on Moving Partnership's expertise to make sure it all goes smoothly. We will find you the most competitive quote by comparing a wide choice of companies, and will provide a service tailored to your individual requirements. We are experts at dealing with customs regulations and our advisers are always available on the phone to give guidance over your move.
Here are details of some of the Swedish castles and palaces which you might want to visit once you have completed your move.
Moving to Sweden – click here for information or get in touch for a free online quote.
Our Top Pick of Castles and Fortresses to Visit
Bohus Fortress – This 14th-century castle ruin originally belonged to Norway, and stands on a 40-metre cliff on the Norwegian-Swedish border in Kungälv, Bohuslän. It survived 14 sieges over the centuries, but was never captured. After it was handed over to Sweden in the mid-17th century, it was used as a prison. The fortress is now a popular summer visitor attraction, housing a museum about its unique past, and a major medieval festival is held there every July. There are also activities for children.
Drottningholm Palace – Built on an island on the outskirts of the capital, Stockholm, the royal palace of Drottningholm is nicknamed the "Swedish Versailles" because of its grandeur. Originally built in the 16th century, the palace is the Royal Family's permanent residence, but only the southern wing is private, with the rest of the palace being open all year round. The lavish gardens are one of the main visitor attractions, taking in many styles including Baroque. Don't miss the theatre and the Chinese pavilion here.
Gripsholm Castle – With a romantic fairytale appearance, Gripsholm is one of the castles founded by famous 16th-century king Gustav Vasa. It stands on the shores of Lake Mälaren, near Mariefred in Södermanland. Visitors can see the Swedish state portrait collection, which features famous Swedes, ranging from historical figures through to well known faces of the present day. Another attraction you won't want to miss is the royal deer park. The castle's main opening season runs from May to November.
Kalmar Castle – One of the best-preserved castles in Scandinavia, Kalmar Castle is a moated fortress with an impressive park in the province of Småland. The first tower on the site, near the then Danish border, was built in the 12th century, but the fortress was later enlarged in the 16th century. It was decorated in the Renaissance style in the 1570s, and has now been restored so that it still has the look of that era. As well as touring the historic rooms, you can also book for a banquet or masked ball if this appeals to you.
Läckö Castle – On the shores of Lake Vänern near the town of Lidköping, this castle has dramatic Baroque towers and turrets. Dating back to the 13th century, it was built by a bishop and later owned by the Crown. Count Magnus Gabriel De la Gardie expanded it in the 18th century and it has 250 rooms - many of which were left empty for a long time, but have now been furnished again. The castle is open from May to September and there are special events at other times of year.
Malmö Castle – Sweden's oldest Renaissance castle dates from the 15th century, but there's a lot more to a visit than just touring the building. Together with neighbouring buildings, it is now home to the biggest museum in the south of the country. A large art collection is housed in the castle, while the museum as a whole also includes an aquarium and science displays. The castle is open all year and there are guided tours in English during the summer months.
Royal Palace of Stockholm – The official residence of the King of Sweden is one of the largest palaces in Europe, and one of the places you must see following your move to Sweden. Boasting more than 600 rooms, it stands on a small island in the centre of Stockholm, near to the cathedral and parliament building. Most of the palace was built in the 18th century and it is full of lavish furnishings, murals and treasures. Many rooms are open to the public, including the Hall of State where you can see a silver throne. The daily changing of the guard is a popular attraction.
About Moving Partnership
If you are planning removals to Sweden or Norway, get in touch with us for a service which will cut out the worry. Whether you are relocating your home or your business, we will get you the best quote and provide expert support all the way.
If you are moving to Sweden, then you can rely on Moving Partnership's expertise to make sure it all goes smoothly. We will find you the most competitive quote by comparing a wide choice of companies, and will provide a service tailored to your individual requirements. We are experts at dealing with customs regulations and our advisers are always available on the phone to give guidance over your move.
Here are details of some of the Swedish castles and palaces which you might want to visit once you have completed your move.
Moving to Sweden – click here for information or get in touch for a free online quote.
Our Top Pick of Castles and Fortresses to Visit
Bohus Fortress – This 14th-century castle ruin originally belonged to Norway, and stands on a 40-metre cliff on the Norwegian-Swedish border in Kungälv, Bohuslän. It survived 14 sieges over the centuries, but was never captured. After it was handed over to Sweden in the mid-17th century, it was used as a prison. The fortress is now a popular summer visitor attraction, housing a museum about its unique past, and a major medieval festival is held there every July. There are also activities for children.
Drottningholm Palace – Built on an island on the outskirts of the capital, Stockholm, the royal palace of Drottningholm is nicknamed the "Swedish Versailles" because of its grandeur. Originally built in the 16th century, the palace is the Royal Family's permanent residence, but only the southern wing is private, with the rest of the palace being open all year round. The lavish gardens are one of the main visitor attractions, taking in many styles including Baroque. Don't miss the theatre and the Chinese pavilion here.
Gripsholm Castle – With a romantic fairytale appearance, Gripsholm is one of the castles founded by famous 16th-century king Gustav Vasa. It stands on the shores of Lake Mälaren, near Mariefred in Södermanland. Visitors can see the Swedish state portrait collection, which features famous Swedes, ranging from historical figures through to well known faces of the present day. Another attraction you won't want to miss is the royal deer park. The castle's main opening season runs from May to November.
Kalmar Castle – One of the best-preserved castles in Scandinavia, Kalmar Castle is a moated fortress with an impressive park in the province of Småland. The first tower on the site, near the then Danish border, was built in the 12th century, but the fortress was later enlarged in the 16th century. It was decorated in the Renaissance style in the 1570s, and has now been restored so that it still has the look of that era. As well as touring the historic rooms, you can also book for a banquet or masked ball if this appeals to you.
Läckö Castle – On the shores of Lake Vänern near the town of Lidköping, this castle has dramatic Baroque towers and turrets. Dating back to the 13th century, it was built by a bishop and later owned by the Crown. Count Magnus Gabriel De la Gardie expanded it in the 18th century and it has 250 rooms - many of which were left empty for a long time, but have now been furnished again. The castle is open from May to September and there are special events at other times of year.
Malmö Castle – Sweden's oldest Renaissance castle dates from the 15th century, but there's a lot more to a visit than just touring the building. Together with neighbouring buildings, it is now home to the biggest museum in the south of the country. A large art collection is housed in the castle, while the museum as a whole also includes an aquarium and science displays. The castle is open all year and there are guided tours in English during the summer months.
Royal Palace of Stockholm – The official residence of the King of Sweden is one of the largest palaces in Europe, and one of the places you must see following your move to Sweden. Boasting more than 600 rooms, it stands on a small island in the centre of Stockholm, near to the cathedral and parliament building. Most of the palace was built in the 18th century and it is full of lavish furnishings, murals and treasures. Many rooms are open to the public, including the Hall of State where you can see a silver throne. The daily changing of the guard is a popular attraction.
About Moving Partnership
If you are planning removals to Sweden or Norway, get in touch with us for a service which will cut out the worry. Whether you are relocating your home or your business, we will get you the best quote and provide expert support all the way.
Tuesday, 6 May 2014
Removals to Sweden – Guide to National Parks in Sweden
If you require removals to Sweden, a country known for its forests, lakes and scenic beauty, then MPL can help. At Moving Partnership Ltd, we arrange regular removals to Sweden and to all of Scandinavia. We compare hundreds of quotes for you and find the cheapest companies to partner with in order to arrange your European removal in the most cost effective way.
Where possible, we team up with BAR registered or FAIM accredited companies. This ensures your peace of mind as you know the companies we are working with are strictly regulated and monitored.
We have produced this blog post so that, once your removals to Sweden are complete, you will know where to go if you enjoy going for long strolls, taking photographs, or visiting some of the most scenic places Sweden has to offer.
Here are some of the top national parks in Sweden. There are many more that we could have featured but this is what we believe to be the pick of the bunch.
Removals to Sweden - click here for full information on our removals to Sweden service or contact us now for a free online moving quote.
Our Pick of Sweden’s Ten Best National Parks
Gotska Sandön National Park - Gotska Sandön, in the middle of the Baltic Sea, is the most isolated island in the Swedish archipelago. It is a desolate, barren place but no less beautiful for it. It has many miles of sandy beaches and dense, deep green pine forests. Uninhabited save for a colony of grey seals, there are many rare insects and plants, including several kinds of orchid. Being an island, it can only be reached by boat and these trips happen rarely, especially in winter. In the summer months, regular boat tours take place from Fårö Island and Nynäshamn on the mainland, bringing bird watchers and nature lovers from miles around.
Kosterhavet National Park - This was the first national park in Sweden to protect marine wildlife – half of the park is water. It can be found between North Koster Island and South Koster Island, in the Swedish archipelago. Since it opened in 2009, the park has attracted thousands of visitors who flock to see nearly 6000 different species, 200 of which are native to Sweden. This is the place to go if marine life floats your boat.
Sarek National Park - Sarek National Park is the most dramatic and inaccessible in all of Sweden. Jagged peaks, huge glaciers, valleys and rapid water flows all go to making this a serious adventurers’ playground. In an area of approximately 197,000 hectares, it can be found fifty kilometres east of the Norwegian border. Sweden's National Hiking Trail, called Kungsleden, runs through the south-eastern tip of the park but there are many other routes you can take. You'll need to be physically fit, very experienced and well prepared to take some of them on as you'll have to contend with alpine conditions, difficult terrain and rapidly changing weather conditions.
Skuleskogen National Park - Here you'll find magnificent views over the Baltic Sea, a large expanse of forest, beautiful lakes, valleys walled with Spruce trees and geological formations of the sort you find in text books. You'll see the Kalottbergen mountains with their forested peaks and bare slopes. Visiting the park has been made easy, there are signs on European Highway E4 which lead you straight there. There are 30 kilometres of hiking trails, as well as three sleeping cabins and two shelters that are open year around. It is certainly a lot more user friendly than Sarek.
Söderåsen National Park - Here you'll find mixed deciduous forests with lots of beech trees, screes, high cliffs and streams. In the valleys and forests of the park you'll find beetles, ferns, mosses, lichen and fungi. As far as possible, the park has been left to grow wild. It is managed very well with the emphasis on natural change and development. Biological diversity is encouraged. Instead of being removed, dead trees and wood are left untouched. Cultural remnants such as ancient farmland, mounds and ruins are preserved. A Visitors Centre by the main park entrance has exhibitions and displays outlining the work of the foresters.
Stenshuvud National Park - Stenshuvud National Park is a place of geological contrast with a diverse array of plant and animal species, ancient monuments and interesting historical remains. Stenshuvud Mount rises 97 meters above sea level and the view from the top is magnificent. To the south, you'll find broad heaths and dry meadows bursting with flowers stretching across the sandflats to the sea and a lovely beach. The coastline to the east features rugged cliffs and scree leading to the water's edge. On clear days, the Danish island of Bornholm can be seen to the southeast. Founded in 1986; it consists of 954 acres of parkland given National Park status to preserve this area of special geological and biological significance.
Store Mosse National Park - Store Mosse National Park is the largest untouched wetland south of Lapland. Covering some 100 square kilometres, the vegetation here is similar to the northern wilderness of Sweden. There are more than 40 kilometres of trails and board walks to keep you busy and there's a wealth of wildlife to see en-route.
It is an important area for birds and provides unique habitats for other animals and plants. There are three cabins available for overnight stays and a large ornithologists’ tower. Access to the park is free and there are guided tours available all summer as well as guided snowshoe tours on the bog.
Tiveden National Park - Tiveden is one of the most beautiful National Parks in Sweden. It has forests, lakes and giant boulders and features an incredible rugged coastline. Tiveden is huge and old; its untamed landscape gives it a character of its own. Large, unbroken areas of ancient forest are becoming increasingly rare across the world but, rather than being cultivated or over managed, Tiveden has been allowed to return slowly to a state resembling that of a virgin forest. Lakes and bogs have formed in the lowland areas between its steep rocky summits where the bedrock has remained intact. Large granite boulders bear the marks of Ice Age glaciers. The thin soils here make it difficult for animal and plant life with only pine trees able to grow on the rocky ground. Spruce grows where the soil is deeper but there are very few deciduous trees. Moose and deer roam the area and you'll also see foxes, badgers, martens and squirrels. There are many hiking trails, an information centre and cabins for overnight stays.
Tyresta National Park - Just 20 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm lies one of the most unspoilt areas of natural beauty in central Sweden. Tyresta National Park and Nature Reserve measures approximately 5,000 hectares and has been protected to preserve its exceptional natural beauty. The forest contains pine trees that are 400 years old, clear lakes and a large number of unusual plants and animals. There is broad-leaved deciduous woodland, open arable land and some historical buildings. There are up to 8,000 species of animals here, far more than in other managed forests and many of them are completely reliant on the primeval woodland for their habitats and survival.
Västmanland County National Park - Västmanland County has a bit of everything. It’s even got castles and manor houses so there is something for everyone here. There are hills and valleys, great forests, mystical lakes and even old mining shafts. The area encompasses the flat lands of central Sweden and the more rugged terrain of Norrland so there is a vast array of plant and wildlife to be seen here. Its conifer covered highlands and lowlands give way to broad-leaved woodland and open farmland so conditions for plants and animals vary widely between the northern and southern sections of the county. You can take a trip along the Strömsholm Canal or a hike on the Bruksleden Trail which offers an opportunity to discover the varied nature of this beautiful landscape.
About MPL Removals
At Moving Partnership Ltd we make it our business to find you the cheapest removals quotes, saving you the time and hassle involved in doing it yourself. We also keep a close eye on the progress of your move, ensuring that your removals to Sweden go as smoothly as possible. Our dedicated team of removals experts are on hand 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to assist you with any queries you may have and we will even help you to fill out the customs paperwork. Call us today for your free, no obligation quotation.
Removals to Sweden - click here for full information on our removals to Sweden service or contact us now for a free online moving quote.
Where possible, we team up with BAR registered or FAIM accredited companies. This ensures your peace of mind as you know the companies we are working with are strictly regulated and monitored.
We have produced this blog post so that, once your removals to Sweden are complete, you will know where to go if you enjoy going for long strolls, taking photographs, or visiting some of the most scenic places Sweden has to offer.
Here are some of the top national parks in Sweden. There are many more that we could have featured but this is what we believe to be the pick of the bunch.
Removals to Sweden - click here for full information on our removals to Sweden service or contact us now for a free online moving quote.
Our Pick of Sweden’s Ten Best National Parks
Gotska Sandön National Park - Gotska Sandön, in the middle of the Baltic Sea, is the most isolated island in the Swedish archipelago. It is a desolate, barren place but no less beautiful for it. It has many miles of sandy beaches and dense, deep green pine forests. Uninhabited save for a colony of grey seals, there are many rare insects and plants, including several kinds of orchid. Being an island, it can only be reached by boat and these trips happen rarely, especially in winter. In the summer months, regular boat tours take place from Fårö Island and Nynäshamn on the mainland, bringing bird watchers and nature lovers from miles around.
Kosterhavet National Park - This was the first national park in Sweden to protect marine wildlife – half of the park is water. It can be found between North Koster Island and South Koster Island, in the Swedish archipelago. Since it opened in 2009, the park has attracted thousands of visitors who flock to see nearly 6000 different species, 200 of which are native to Sweden. This is the place to go if marine life floats your boat.
Sarek National Park - Sarek National Park is the most dramatic and inaccessible in all of Sweden. Jagged peaks, huge glaciers, valleys and rapid water flows all go to making this a serious adventurers’ playground. In an area of approximately 197,000 hectares, it can be found fifty kilometres east of the Norwegian border. Sweden's National Hiking Trail, called Kungsleden, runs through the south-eastern tip of the park but there are many other routes you can take. You'll need to be physically fit, very experienced and well prepared to take some of them on as you'll have to contend with alpine conditions, difficult terrain and rapidly changing weather conditions.
Skuleskogen National Park - Here you'll find magnificent views over the Baltic Sea, a large expanse of forest, beautiful lakes, valleys walled with Spruce trees and geological formations of the sort you find in text books. You'll see the Kalottbergen mountains with their forested peaks and bare slopes. Visiting the park has been made easy, there are signs on European Highway E4 which lead you straight there. There are 30 kilometres of hiking trails, as well as three sleeping cabins and two shelters that are open year around. It is certainly a lot more user friendly than Sarek.
Söderåsen National Park - Here you'll find mixed deciduous forests with lots of beech trees, screes, high cliffs and streams. In the valleys and forests of the park you'll find beetles, ferns, mosses, lichen and fungi. As far as possible, the park has been left to grow wild. It is managed very well with the emphasis on natural change and development. Biological diversity is encouraged. Instead of being removed, dead trees and wood are left untouched. Cultural remnants such as ancient farmland, mounds and ruins are preserved. A Visitors Centre by the main park entrance has exhibitions and displays outlining the work of the foresters.
Stenshuvud National Park - Stenshuvud National Park is a place of geological contrast with a diverse array of plant and animal species, ancient monuments and interesting historical remains. Stenshuvud Mount rises 97 meters above sea level and the view from the top is magnificent. To the south, you'll find broad heaths and dry meadows bursting with flowers stretching across the sandflats to the sea and a lovely beach. The coastline to the east features rugged cliffs and scree leading to the water's edge. On clear days, the Danish island of Bornholm can be seen to the southeast. Founded in 1986; it consists of 954 acres of parkland given National Park status to preserve this area of special geological and biological significance.
Store Mosse National Park - Store Mosse National Park is the largest untouched wetland south of Lapland. Covering some 100 square kilometres, the vegetation here is similar to the northern wilderness of Sweden. There are more than 40 kilometres of trails and board walks to keep you busy and there's a wealth of wildlife to see en-route.
It is an important area for birds and provides unique habitats for other animals and plants. There are three cabins available for overnight stays and a large ornithologists’ tower. Access to the park is free and there are guided tours available all summer as well as guided snowshoe tours on the bog.
Tiveden National Park - Tiveden is one of the most beautiful National Parks in Sweden. It has forests, lakes and giant boulders and features an incredible rugged coastline. Tiveden is huge and old; its untamed landscape gives it a character of its own. Large, unbroken areas of ancient forest are becoming increasingly rare across the world but, rather than being cultivated or over managed, Tiveden has been allowed to return slowly to a state resembling that of a virgin forest. Lakes and bogs have formed in the lowland areas between its steep rocky summits where the bedrock has remained intact. Large granite boulders bear the marks of Ice Age glaciers. The thin soils here make it difficult for animal and plant life with only pine trees able to grow on the rocky ground. Spruce grows where the soil is deeper but there are very few deciduous trees. Moose and deer roam the area and you'll also see foxes, badgers, martens and squirrels. There are many hiking trails, an information centre and cabins for overnight stays.
Tyresta National Park - Just 20 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm lies one of the most unspoilt areas of natural beauty in central Sweden. Tyresta National Park and Nature Reserve measures approximately 5,000 hectares and has been protected to preserve its exceptional natural beauty. The forest contains pine trees that are 400 years old, clear lakes and a large number of unusual plants and animals. There is broad-leaved deciduous woodland, open arable land and some historical buildings. There are up to 8,000 species of animals here, far more than in other managed forests and many of them are completely reliant on the primeval woodland for their habitats and survival.
Västmanland County National Park - Västmanland County has a bit of everything. It’s even got castles and manor houses so there is something for everyone here. There are hills and valleys, great forests, mystical lakes and even old mining shafts. The area encompasses the flat lands of central Sweden and the more rugged terrain of Norrland so there is a vast array of plant and wildlife to be seen here. Its conifer covered highlands and lowlands give way to broad-leaved woodland and open farmland so conditions for plants and animals vary widely between the northern and southern sections of the county. You can take a trip along the Strömsholm Canal or a hike on the Bruksleden Trail which offers an opportunity to discover the varied nature of this beautiful landscape.
About MPL Removals
At Moving Partnership Ltd we make it our business to find you the cheapest removals quotes, saving you the time and hassle involved in doing it yourself. We also keep a close eye on the progress of your move, ensuring that your removals to Sweden go as smoothly as possible. Our dedicated team of removals experts are on hand 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to assist you with any queries you may have and we will even help you to fill out the customs paperwork. Call us today for your free, no obligation quotation.
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Friday, 2 May 2014
Removals to Sweden: A Guide to the Prettiest Places in Sweden
If you’re looking for removals to Sweden, you’ll doubtless be looking forward to seeing, at first hand, the country’s verdant forests, lovely beaches, islands and crystal clear lakes. It is a wonderful part of the world in which to live and work and a great place to bring up the children too. The towns and cities are bustling and cosmopolitan and the countryside lends itself to camping and other outdoor pursuits, ideal for a weekend break or family holiday.
In this article we will take you on a journey to some of Sweden’s prettiest, most picturesque places, some man-made and some natural, to give you just a taste of what to expect once your removals to Sweden are complete. We’ll take a look at one of Sweden’s most beautiful palaces, we’ll see some quite breathtaking waterfalls and rapids and we’ll spend some time in awe of Sweden’s coastline and at that most remarkable of natural phenomena, the Aurora Borealis.
Firstly though, here’s a little bit about us. We are Moving Partnership Ltd, your one-stop shop for national, European and worldwide removals. As our name suggests, we work ‘in partnership’ with removals firms from around the world, to bring you a bespoke and cost effective removals service. Wherever possible, we partner with BAR registered and FAIM accredited companies so you may rest assured that your belongings will be treated with the utmost care and that your removals to Sweden will run as smoothly as possible and we do all of this with an eye to saving you time and money.
Professional removals to Sweden – click here to find out more about domestic and commercial moves to Scandinavia
Read on to discover some real Swedish gems. You may want to bookmark some of them for a visit once you’ve settled in to your new home.
Drottningholm Palace
Designated a world heritage site, Drottningholm Palace is the permanent residence of the Swedish royal family. All but the southern wing of the palace, including The Great Hall, The Palace Theatre and the wonderful baroque palace gardens are open to the public all year round. Like Buckingham Palace, it has been modified over the years and you can see examples of the changing architecture spanning three centuries.
Koster Islands
Two hours north of Gothenburg is the virtually car free zone known as The Koster archipelago. Consisting of Koster Island North and Koster Island South and a cluster of smaller islands, the area is best navigated on foot, by rented bike or guided boat tour. Most of the region has been designated as nature reserve, but there are a number of small fishing villages from where you can embark on seal safaris or go sea kayaking.
Gothenburg
Sweden’s second largest city after Stockholm, Gothenburg has taken café culture to its heart. It is a food lover’s delight, especially if you’re into fish and what better way to work up an appetite than by first exploring the west coast archipelago by kayak? There is something here for everyone, from the rose gardens and Palm House of The Garden Society to the Universeum science discovery centre.
Njupeskar Waterfall
Estimates vary as to the height of this water feature but at anywhere between 93 and 125 metres, Njupeskar is still the highest waterfall in Sweden. The mist around the falls creates the perfect environment for rare flora and fauna and the cascading waters make for a stunning photo opportunity. For best results, get up early around Midsummer; the sunlight shines through the water giving it a magical silver hue.
Sarak National Park
The Sarak National Park is the largest expanse of wilderness anywhere in Europe. The high alpine peaks, glaciers and narrow valleys present an adventure holiday in waiting, but be warned, the Sarak is not for beginners. Anyone planning on visiting the park should have considerable alpine experience, the correct equipment, and should be used to spending time outdoors. There are no facilities for tourists.
Dumme Mosse Nature Reserve
Dumme Mosse Nature Reserve is a largely unspoilt area of wetland to the west of Jönköping in southern Sweden. Its 3,500 hectares include sparsely wooded swampland, open meadows and woodlands, ideal habitat for many species of birds, animals, insects and plants. The hikers among you will love its 6 kilometre trail.
Storforsen Rapids
Located in the Pite River in Sweden, an hour's drive from Luleå, the Storforsen Rapids are the largest rapids in the whole of Europe. Purpose built viewing areas have been sited at key points along its banks to give visitors the best impression of the water’s power and to allow hopeful kayakers the opportunity to opt out of this one if they so wish.
Ystad
Fans of the TV series Wallander will instantly recognise the pastel shaded, half-timber buildings of the ancient city of Ystad. Guided tours will take you through the town’s cobblestone streets and into some of the most picturesque squares like St Knuts and Stortorget. You might like to pay a visit to Fridolfs konditori, the Inspector’s favourite café and tuck in to one of their famous police blue Wallander pastries.
Skane
Skane is beautiful. It is a patchwork of colour throughout the year with endless open fields turning from lush green to golden yellow. It’s a golfer's delight too with over 70 courses in the region, many of which are open for most of the year. International business has been attracted here and the area has turned from a land of fishermen and farmers to one at the forefront of technical and medical innovation.
Abisko
You can’t move to Sweden and not go to see the northern lights and the Aurora Sky Station in Abisko is THE best place to view them. Abisko is a large national park in Swedish Lapland, which is very popular among hikers. Here the sun shines at midnight, you can go cross-country skiing or don a pair of snowshoes and go tramping through the woods. You can even go by dog sled for a spot of ice fishing.
About Moving Partnership
Moving Partnership Ltd has been arranging removals to Sweden, all other parts of Europe and the wider world for over 20 years now. We have built up a wealth of connections in the industry and as a result, can put together a removals package which is tailored to your exact requirements. Call us today for your free, no obligation quote or fill out the removals form on our website and your dedicated removals advisor will contact you.
Competitive Removals to Sweden - contact us now for a European removals quote.
In this article we will take you on a journey to some of Sweden’s prettiest, most picturesque places, some man-made and some natural, to give you just a taste of what to expect once your removals to Sweden are complete. We’ll take a look at one of Sweden’s most beautiful palaces, we’ll see some quite breathtaking waterfalls and rapids and we’ll spend some time in awe of Sweden’s coastline and at that most remarkable of natural phenomena, the Aurora Borealis.
Firstly though, here’s a little bit about us. We are Moving Partnership Ltd, your one-stop shop for national, European and worldwide removals. As our name suggests, we work ‘in partnership’ with removals firms from around the world, to bring you a bespoke and cost effective removals service. Wherever possible, we partner with BAR registered and FAIM accredited companies so you may rest assured that your belongings will be treated with the utmost care and that your removals to Sweden will run as smoothly as possible and we do all of this with an eye to saving you time and money.
Professional removals to Sweden – click here to find out more about domestic and commercial moves to Scandinavia
Read on to discover some real Swedish gems. You may want to bookmark some of them for a visit once you’ve settled in to your new home.
Drottningholm Palace
Designated a world heritage site, Drottningholm Palace is the permanent residence of the Swedish royal family. All but the southern wing of the palace, including The Great Hall, The Palace Theatre and the wonderful baroque palace gardens are open to the public all year round. Like Buckingham Palace, it has been modified over the years and you can see examples of the changing architecture spanning three centuries.
Koster Islands
Two hours north of Gothenburg is the virtually car free zone known as The Koster archipelago. Consisting of Koster Island North and Koster Island South and a cluster of smaller islands, the area is best navigated on foot, by rented bike or guided boat tour. Most of the region has been designated as nature reserve, but there are a number of small fishing villages from where you can embark on seal safaris or go sea kayaking.
Gothenburg
Sweden’s second largest city after Stockholm, Gothenburg has taken café culture to its heart. It is a food lover’s delight, especially if you’re into fish and what better way to work up an appetite than by first exploring the west coast archipelago by kayak? There is something here for everyone, from the rose gardens and Palm House of The Garden Society to the Universeum science discovery centre.
Njupeskar Waterfall
Estimates vary as to the height of this water feature but at anywhere between 93 and 125 metres, Njupeskar is still the highest waterfall in Sweden. The mist around the falls creates the perfect environment for rare flora and fauna and the cascading waters make for a stunning photo opportunity. For best results, get up early around Midsummer; the sunlight shines through the water giving it a magical silver hue.
Sarak National Park
The Sarak National Park is the largest expanse of wilderness anywhere in Europe. The high alpine peaks, glaciers and narrow valleys present an adventure holiday in waiting, but be warned, the Sarak is not for beginners. Anyone planning on visiting the park should have considerable alpine experience, the correct equipment, and should be used to spending time outdoors. There are no facilities for tourists.
Dumme Mosse Nature Reserve
Dumme Mosse Nature Reserve is a largely unspoilt area of wetland to the west of Jönköping in southern Sweden. Its 3,500 hectares include sparsely wooded swampland, open meadows and woodlands, ideal habitat for many species of birds, animals, insects and plants. The hikers among you will love its 6 kilometre trail.
Storforsen Rapids
Located in the Pite River in Sweden, an hour's drive from Luleå, the Storforsen Rapids are the largest rapids in the whole of Europe. Purpose built viewing areas have been sited at key points along its banks to give visitors the best impression of the water’s power and to allow hopeful kayakers the opportunity to opt out of this one if they so wish.
Ystad
Fans of the TV series Wallander will instantly recognise the pastel shaded, half-timber buildings of the ancient city of Ystad. Guided tours will take you through the town’s cobblestone streets and into some of the most picturesque squares like St Knuts and Stortorget. You might like to pay a visit to Fridolfs konditori, the Inspector’s favourite café and tuck in to one of their famous police blue Wallander pastries.
Skane
Skane is beautiful. It is a patchwork of colour throughout the year with endless open fields turning from lush green to golden yellow. It’s a golfer's delight too with over 70 courses in the region, many of which are open for most of the year. International business has been attracted here and the area has turned from a land of fishermen and farmers to one at the forefront of technical and medical innovation.
Abisko
You can’t move to Sweden and not go to see the northern lights and the Aurora Sky Station in Abisko is THE best place to view them. Abisko is a large national park in Swedish Lapland, which is very popular among hikers. Here the sun shines at midnight, you can go cross-country skiing or don a pair of snowshoes and go tramping through the woods. You can even go by dog sled for a spot of ice fishing.
About Moving Partnership
Moving Partnership Ltd has been arranging removals to Sweden, all other parts of Europe and the wider world for over 20 years now. We have built up a wealth of connections in the industry and as a result, can put together a removals package which is tailored to your exact requirements. Call us today for your free, no obligation quote or fill out the removals form on our website and your dedicated removals advisor will contact you.
Competitive Removals to Sweden - contact us now for a European removals quote.
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