Enjoy Swedish freedome and relaxation with a rental car
Sweden is renowned throughout the world for its countless lakes and forests, forming gorgeous countryside which attracts people from all over the world. Most of them head for
Lapland, the northernmost region, where you can witness two of nature’s most extraordinary phenomena:
the northern lights and
midnight sun, creating an eerie and yet beautiful atmosphere.
The cities of Sweden are a nice contrast to the vast countryside. They are multicultural, diverse and exciting, leaving very few desires unsatisfied.
Stockholm, the capital, is the biggest one, followed by
Gothenburg, the major North Sea port, and Malmö, where the Oresund Bridge links Sweden to its Danish neighbor, putting Copenhagen as close as 20 minutes with your rental car.
Malmö is rather small and tranquil, the town center with its small cafés and shops creating idyllic atmosphere. A number of old wooden houses from the 16th century paint a clear picture of the town’s history.
Sweden's cultural center: Gothenburg
The face of Gothenburg has changed over the course of time. Formerly an industrial harbor town it is one of the northern European centers of art and culture, displayed in distinguished museums. The Gothenburg Art Museum has a famed collection of international artists like Rembrandt and Picasso, and the biggest collection of national-romantic art from 19th century Scandinavia. A further must is the Röhsska Museum of Craft and Design and the Museum of World Culture.
Drive with your rental car through the Swedish capital: Stockholm
The most vivid part of Sweden is without a doubt the country’s capital,
Stockholm, about 5 hours with your rental car from Gothenburg on the eastern shore. The city has a maritime flair, because it is spread over 14 islands. Surrounded by water, forests, and green parks Stockholm is the perfect place to spend a few relaxing days, exploring the unique atmosphere and the exceptionally well preserved Old Town. One of the main attractions is the
royal castle, where you can witness the daily changing of the guard ceremony.
Escaping the buzz of the city, take a trip in your rental car to the breathtaking beauty that is northern Sweden. Lapland, the northernmost province, is best reached via Kiruna town, a 15 hour-drive from Stockholm. It is a long drive, but you do get rewarded with midnight sun in summer and polar lights in winter, making any drive worthwhile.
Lapland is also the home of the Sami people, native Scandinavians that have adapted perfectly throughout at least 2500 years to the inhospitable environment. Spread over the countries of Norway, Finland, Sweden, and Russia they refer to their lands as Sápmi. Towns like Kiruna and Jokkmokk give the best impression of the nomads’ culture. Jokkmokk has a museum for Sami culture and even a Sami university, Kiruna hosts the Swedish Sami parliament. Book your rental car in Sweden today!
