Travel in Scandinavia

Discover breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cities and hidden treasures in Scandinavia. Our travel guides provide insider tips, must-see spots and cultural insights that will make your Nordic adventure unforgettable.

🇩🇰 Denmark

Camping in Denmark

Camping in Denmark: how to plan your holidays

Camping Denmark

Camping in Denmark: how to plan your holidays

Denmark is a popular camping destination. It is easy to reach, offers access to the North Sea and Baltic Sea and you are nowhere more than 50 kilometres from the sea. Further, the conditions are excellent for families and dog owners. So, what are you waiting for? Here’s an overview of everything you should consider when planning your holiday.

Regions in Denmark

Zealand: the island world in the east of Denmark

Zealand

Zealand: the island world in the east of Denmark

The Danish region of Zealand can actually be summarised in three words: islands and sea. But there is much more to discover in the region in the heart of the country: dense forests, rocky cliffs and numerous relics from times long past. Here you will find an overview of the Danish Baltic Sea Islands region.

The Faroe Islands: the wild islands in the north

Färöer

The Faroe Islands: the wild islands in the north

Travel destinations in Denmark

Thy National Park: Denmark’s wild west coast

Thy National Park

Thy National Park: Denmark’s wild west coast

Wild nature, shining lighthouses, small fishing villages, kilometres of sandy beaches and heathland can be found in Denmark’s oldest national park: Thy National Park on the west coast…

Kolding: the family-friendly harbour town in the South of Denmark

Kolding

Kolding: the family-friendly harbour town in the South of Denmark
Odense: the fairytale town on the danish island of Funen

Odense

Odense: the fairytale town on the danish island of Funen
Løkken: dream beaches in North Jutland

Løkken

Løkken: dream beaches in North Jutland

Travel tips Denmark

Sightseeing in Denmark: the best tips for your next holiday

Denmark Attractions

Sightseeing in Denmark: the best tips for your next holiday

Long beaches, high dunes and lively towns by the water: Denmark offers a wealth of attractions, sights and hotspots that are not to be missed. Here we put together the best spots!

Travelling with dogs in Denmark

Entering Denmark with a dog

Entering Denmark with a dog

Entering Denmark with a dog

If you want to travel to Denmark with your dog, there are a few things to bear in mind, as there are also entry requirements and rules for…

🇫🇮 Finland

Travel destinations in Finland

Rovaniemi: visiting Santa Claus

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi: visiting Santa Claus

Have you always wanted to know where Santa Claus lives? Then head to Rovaniemi in the north of Finland, the official residence of Santa and his helpers. Here you can find everything else you need to know about the Lappish capital.

Ruka: Finland’s winter sports paradise in the Arctic Circle

Ruka

Ruka: Finland’s winter sports paradise in the Arctic Circle
Lappeenranta: Finland’s gateway to the east

Lappeenranta

Lappeenranta: Finland’s gateway to the east
Ivalo: Aurora hunting in the centre of northern Lapland

Ivalo

Ivalo: Aurora hunting in the centre of northern Lapland

Travel tips Finland

Sightseeing in Finland: the best tips for the land of lakes

Finland Attractions

Sightseeing in Finland: the best tips for the land of lakes

Dense forests and endless lakes – that’s Finland in a nutshell. The country in Northern Europe is known for its idyllic nature, whether in summer or in the snowy winter. In this article, we present the best tips for your next trip to Finland, even away from the forests.

🇮🇸 Iceland

Travel destinations in Iceland

Gullfoss: Iceland’s golden waterfall

Gullfoss

Gullfoss: Iceland’s golden waterfall

Gullfoss is a spectacular waterfall in the south-west of Iceland. It is part of the impressive Golden Circle, making it a popular destination for travellers and excursions. Find out everything you need to know about the golden waterfall here.

Vatnajökull: Iceland’s largest glacier and national park

Vatnajökull

Vatnajökull: Iceland’s largest glacier and national park

Travel tips Iceland

Sights along the famous Ring Road in Iceland: tips for your holiday

Iceland Attractions

Sights along the famous Ring Road in Iceland: tips for your holiday

Are you planning a round trip through Iceland but don’t yet know what you want to see? Here you will find a list of all the important sights along the Ring Road and the Golden Circle Route, including an overview map.

Travelling around Iceland by car: roadtrip in the land of volcanoes

Iceland Road Trip

Travelling around Iceland by car: roadtrip in the land of volcanoes

🇳🇴 Norway

Camping in Norway

Camping in Norway: what you should know

Camping Norway

Camping in Norway: what you should know

Whether travelling wild or by motorhome – Norway is a dream for campers. Find out here what you should bear in mind when planning your camping trip to Norway.

Travel destinations in Norway

Hardangervidda: Europe’s largest plateau

Hardangervidda

Hardangervidda: Europe’s largest plateau

The Hardangervidda in Norway is Europe’s largest plateau and a real paradise for hikers. In the impressive, partly arctic nature of the plateau, there are countless hiking routes and trails that introduce visitors to the special features of Norway. You can find tips on travelling, accommodation and tours here.

Lysefjord: the gateway to Norway’s fjords

Lysefjord

Lysefjord: the gateway to Norway’s fjords
Senja: Norway’s second largest island

Senja

Senja: Norway’s second largest island

Travel tips Norway

Sightseeing in Norway: the best tips for culture and nature in the land of the fjords

Norway Attractions

Sightseeing in Norway: the best tips for culture and nature in the land of the fjords

For many, Norway is synonymous with fjords, mountains and snow – the country is known for its rugged and picturesque nature. However, Norway also offers lively cities and a range of cultural highlights – we have summarised the most important sights for you here!

Destinations in Norway: the 10 best stops for a tour through the land of the fjords

Norway Destinations

Destinations in Norway: the 10 best stops for a tour through the land of the fjords

Travelling with dogs in Norway

Entering Norway with a dog

Entering Norway with a dog

Entering Norway with a dog

If you want to travel to Norway with your dog, you should find out about the entry requirements in advance. Here you will find the most important information…

Scandinavia

Functional clothing: equipment for your trip to Scandinavia

Functional Clothing

Functional clothing: equipment for your trip to Scandinavia

What is functional clothing and what activities is it suitable for? Here you’ll find the answers to all the important questions about outdoor and functional clothing and why you will need it for your trip. Find out where you can buy functional clothing from Scandinavian brands here.

Journey to the Northern Lights: experience the natural phenomenon in Scandinavia

Northern Lights Trip

Journey to the Northern Lights: experience the natural phenomenon in Scandinavia

🇸🇪 Sweden

Camping in Sweden

Camping in Sweden: everything you need to know

Camping Sweden

Camping in Sweden: everything you need to know

It’s not just Sweden’s breathtaking scenery, but also the good conditions for campers that make the Scandinavian country the ideal choice for nature holidays. Find out everything you need to know before your camping trip to the north.

Regions in Sweden

Jämtland: active holidays in the west of Sweden

Jämtland

Jämtland: active holidays in the west of Sweden

Dense forests, frozen lakes and snow-covered hills and valleys – the historic province of Jämtland in the north-west of Sweden offers spectacular nature. Here you can find out everything you need to know about the wild west of Sweden.

Öland: Sweden’s second largest island

Öland

Öland: Sweden’s second largest island
Dalarna: the traditional heart of Sweden

Dalarna

Dalarna: the traditional heart of Sweden
Halland: the diverse coastal province

Halland

Halland: the diverse coastal province

Travel destinations in Sweden

Gränna: the home of Swedish candy canes

Gränna

Gränna: the home of Swedish candy canes

One of Sweden’s most iconic sweets has its origins in Gränna: polkargrisar. But not only those with a sweet tooth are welcome here – camping fans and nature lovers will also get their money’s worth. You can find all the important information about the small town on Lake Vättern here!

Eksjö: the cosy wooden town in Småland

Eksjö

Eksjö: the cosy wooden town in Småland
Vättern: at the shores of Sweden’s second largest lake

Vättern

Vättern: at the shores of Sweden’s second largest lake
Vänern: relaxing at Sweden’s largest lake

Vänern

Vänern: relaxing at Sweden’s largest lake

Travel tips Sweden

Sightseeing in Sweden: the best tips for the country in the north

Sweden Attractions

Sightseeing in Sweden: the best tips for the country in the north

Dense forests, numerous lakes and red houses – this is the Sweden we know from postcards. But in addition to idyllic nature, Sweden has a lot more to offer, first and foremost relaxed cities, cosy coastal towns and interesting cultural attractions. In our article, we have put together the most popular attractions and sights for you!

Göta Canal: the waterway across Sweden

Gota Canal

Göta Canal: the waterway across Sweden

Travelling with dogs in Sweden

Entering Sweden with a dog

Entering Sweden with a dog

Entering Sweden with a dog

Before you go on holiday to Sweden with your dog, you should know the entry requirements. You can find all the information about travelling to Sweden with your…

Travelling to Scandinavia

The combination of diverse nature, ancient cities and modern culture attracts travellers to Scandinavia year after year. Whether you prefer hiking, photography and camping or visiting museums, sightseeing and then cosying up in a café, the Scandinavian countries have something to offer.

Scandinavia is known for its impressive landscapes. The coasts in particular, with their diverse appearance, delight travellers year after year – from the rocky cliffs in the far north to the archipelago in eastern Sweden.

But the idyllic green meadows inland, the Finnish lake landscape and the typical Swedish houses in Falunrot are also worth seeing. Modern cities such as Stockholm, Oslo and Bergen, which offer art, culture and particularly good coffee, provide variety.

Holidays in Denmark: camping or holiday home

Camping in Dänemark

Our neighbour to the north is particularly popular because of its extensive beaches, quick accessibility from Germany and the many campsites.

Families with children or dogs in particular like to holiday in Denmark. Many prefer to visit campsites by the sea, either with a tent, caravan or by renting a holiday home.

In addition to the beaches and many family-friendly campsites, the cities are also popular.

Not only the capital Copenhagen, the Danish centre for culture, fashion and cuisine, but also other larger cities such as Aarhus or Aalborg offer opportunities for a visit. Smaller cities such as Roskilde, famous for its annual festival, or Ribe, the oldest Scandinavian city, are also not to be missed.

Your trip to Sweden: From winter holidays to wild camping

Sweden stretches further north, is significantly larger and has a particularly varied landscape. Sweden also allows free camping in the countryside. Find out what rules you need to follow when wild camping in Sweden and how best to prepare for your trip in our big guide, including a packing list.

Holidays in Norway: Fishing, fjords and the northern lights

Western mainland Scandinavia is particularly known for its rugged, wild landscape, rugged coastlines and fjords . Sights such as the Atlantic Road in Norway are ideal for a road trip.

Fishing in Norway is also popular with both beginners and advanced anglers. This is not only due to the abundance of fish, but also to the good conditions for holidaymakers. Holiday homes, which are already equipped with the right equipment, are ideal for the whole family.

City trips: Stockholm, Oslo, Copenhagen and more

But it’s not just the varied nature that makes the north a popular holiday destination. Scandinavia also has a lot to offer city travellers . Well connected to the international infrastructure, they are also ideal for shorter holidays.

If you are looking for a change from a road trip or simply want to experience Scandinavian culture, art and diverse cuisine, cities such as Copenhagen, Oslo or Stockholm are the perfect choice. You can also find our favourites and some insider tips in our article Top 10 travel destinations in Norway.

Reykjavik Städtereise

The Icelandic capital Reykjavík is something very special. If you want to explore Iceland, a round trip is a good idea.

As most aeroplanes and ferries arrive in Reykjavík, you shouldn’t miss out on the city. Although it is not a large city by German standards, it is the country’s cultural centre .

Travelling in Iceland: Sights, road trips and packing lists

Want to visit Iceland and not sure where to start? Here you can find out all about the sights, how best to prepare and which routes are best.

Most people who want to explore the whole island opt for a round trip of Iceland by car.

If you’re wondering what you should definitely see, how much time you should plan and whether you can visit Iceland in winter, you’ll find the answers here.

Island Rundreise Auto

Visit Scandinavia in winter?

Scandinavia is particularly beautiful in winter. The Northern Lights, the Lucia festival, Christmas spirit and candlelight and especially the opportunities for winter sports attract many people.

See the Northern Lights in Scandinavia?

Scandinavia also offers the opportunity to observe the Northern Lights in Europe . Whether Sweden, Norway, Finland or Iceland: you can potentially see auroras in every Scandinavian country.

Find out how auroras occur and where you can best observe them here.

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