There is something special about stepping into a home where world history actually took a new direction. Alfred Nobel was a global citizen who lived and worked in several countries, but during his last summers in Sweden he lived at Björkborn in Karlskoga. It was precisely this Swedish address that would prove crucial – it was the one that made it possible to realize the will that created the Nobel Prize.
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Updated: October 2026 | Looking for things to do in Arboga? This charming small town in Västmanland is one of Sweden's oldest cities and offers cobblestone streets, medieval buildings, historical environments and scenic excursions along the Hjälmare Canal. Here are our best tips for attractions, experiences and excursions.
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Taking the Little Canal Cruise on the Göta Canal has long been on our bucket list. The classic cruise between Söderköping and Motala aboard the M/S Wilhelm Tham offers a unique combination of history, nature experiences, lock-walking and gastronomy. And after experiencing the trip ourselves, we really understand why the Göta Canal attracts so many people every year.
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Oxelösund is a great destination for those of us with a motorhome. There are several really good camping spots here, and the area also offers beautiful nature and an interesting attraction, in the form of Femörefortet.
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As the ferry leaves the mainland and the sea is mirror-like, the image of Gotland slowly emerges. In the ship's corner, a guitar solo by Ulf Lundell and a melody from the Ainbusk Singers can be heard.
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Are you looking for a new and different Swedish holiday where you can experience Nordic culture and a bit of adventure? Then Sälen is the right place. This mountain resort in Dalarna is known for its fine ski areas in the winter and is becoming increasingly popular during the rest of the year as well. Sälen offers a mix of nature, culture and experiences with its forests, lakes and Swedish traditions.
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As spring begins to make itself felt and the light returns, my hunger for skiing grows into something almost uncontrollable. While trend-sensitive Stockholmers move around Stureplan in the pale spring sun, another kind of longing emerges: the need for something smaller, calmer and more human.
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Spring is a great time to head out with a motorhome in Sweden. The light returns, nature awakens and the small towns feel extra alive after the stillness of winter. In addition, the pace is calmer than in high summer, which makes it easier to find both nice pitches and those small, genuine experiences.
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On 27 March, the exhibition ”Mucha - Beyond Art Noveau” will premiere at Artipelag outside Stockholm. We checked out the exhibition at the press preview beforehand and we were completely sucked into the immersive experience. This is art for everyone - regardless of age and interests!
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The secret grandchildren's trip - Winter edition. Every year I go on at least two outings with my grandchildren Alice and Elsa, aged 8 and almost 6. This time, however, it was tricky to come up with a clue, the only thing they knew was that we were going by train.
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