Sweden at a Glance
Population, currency, timezone and practical travel essentials
10.5M
Population
Stockholm
Capital
Northern Europe
Region
SEK
Swedish krona
Swedish
Language
Stockholm
Local Time Zone
+46
Calling Code
Right
Driving Side
Type C,F
Power Plug
112
Emergency Number
Practical details are provided as general travel guidance — always verify current requirements (visas, driving rules, plug adapters) before you travel.
Top Cities in Sweden
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294 stays
Stockholm
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20
196 stays
Gothenburg
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16
Malmo
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12
Visby
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12
Uppsala
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20
Umeå
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Jonkoping
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Helsingborg
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6
Halmstad
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Linkoping
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Norrkoping
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Vasteras
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Simrishamn
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Karlstad
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Karlskrona
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Orebro
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Sundsvall
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Vaxjo
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Top-Rated Hotels in Sweden
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Travel Guides for Sweden
Itineraries, food guides, hidden gems & budget tips
Food
Gothenburg Food Guide
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Itinerary
Gothenburg Itinerary Guide
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Itinerary
Stockholm Itinerary Guide
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Food
Stockholm Food Guide
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Hidden Gems
Stockholm Hidden Gems Guide
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Budget
Stockholm Budget Guide
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First Timer
Stockholm First Timer Guide
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