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Guides for the mountains, hiking, fishing and outdoor life – gathered in one place for anyone who wants to plan it right from the start.
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Family Adventures in Sweden – nature, travel & outdoor life
Family adventures in Sweden with guides for hiking, camping, fishing and nature experiences – personal adventures, outdoor food and travel that create lifelong memories.
What our visitors say:
- ★★★★★ "Really great guides – clear, inspiring and easy to plan around." — Visitor at Swilderness.com
- ★★★★★ "What recipes! Everything we've tried has been really good!" — Visitor at Swilderness.com
- ★★★★★ "The perfect site for families who want to discover Sweden." — Visitor at Swilderness.com
- ★★★★★ "A museum I'd never heard of before! Thanks!" — Visitor at Swilderness.com
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Here we gather guides, personal travel stories and food for the adventure – everything for anyone who wants to experience Sweden together with the family.
OUR ADVENTURES
Personal travel stories from our family adventures in Sweden, with tips and experiences you can use right away.
FOOD & RECIPES
EldMat, outing food and recipes for the adventure – simple, clear and well-tested outdoor food.
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The West Coast's Big Autumn Break Guide 2026
Discover the best activities for the autumn break in Gothenburg and along the West Coast – from zoos and castles to museums, nature experiences and family-friendly outings. Perfect for anyone who wants to plan a memorable Easter break with the kids.
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A Holiday in Sweden – how to create lifelong memories
Tips and guides for anyone who wants to discover Sweden with the family, whether the trip goes to the mountains, the forest or the nearest nature experience.
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Universeum with kids – an adventure for the whole family
Our experience of Universeum in Gothenburg – a family adventure that combines play, learning and the joy of discovery for both big and small. Perfect as a day trip with the kids.
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The gear we use on our adventures
Here you'll find tents, stoves and outdoor gear that we use in our guides, tests and adventures in nature.
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Our family adventures in Sweden
Personal adventures, outings and trips we've taken together as a family – with experiences, tips and lifelong memories you can use directly in your own planning.
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By the Fire
We gather round the fire and talk about family adventures, nature, travel and experiences – with guests and stories from both the forest and everyday life.
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Our guides – plan adventures, trips, outings, cooking and much more!
In our guides, we gather knowledge, tips and inspiration that make it easier to plan outings, trips and outdoor life with the family. Here you'll find everything from travel guides and outing destinations to tips for cooking at home or over an open fire.
Explore our guidesPlanning the food for the holiday
Planning the food ahead of the holiday can make the trip both easier and more fun. Whether you're traveling to a campsite, staying in a cabin or taking day trips in nature, it's nice to have a few simple, good recipes ready.
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Explore more of our adventures! We do lots of different trips and activities every year. From simple to advanced adventures! Here we gather our stories, experiences, and tips together with behind the scenes content! To inspire you to create memories for life!
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We have all the guides you need to plan your perfect ski holiday. Whether you're going with the family for the first time or are a seasoned skier, there's a lot to think about before the trip.
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