Dream experiences in Sweden

Stand on the summit of Sweden’s highest mountain, hike a Signature Trail or spend the night in a charcoal burner’s hut? Sweden is full of unforgettable adventures. Here, we’ve listed dream experiences everyone should try at least once in a lifetime - just add them to your bucket list!

Experience the magical Northern Lights

The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, are best seen on clear nights from September to March. Join STF’s guides to locations far from artificial light and experience nature’s own light show in the sky – one of northern Sweden’s most captivating sights.

Unforgettable hiking in the midnight sun

The midnight sun is something truly unique to northern Sweden. Don’t miss the chance to experience nature in a magical way! Hike to the summit of Mount Nuolja at 1,164 metres above sea level, bathed in golden midnight sunlight. At the top, celebrate with sparkling drinks and the view.

Discover a Signature Trail

We’ve selected some of the most scenic hiking trails from north to south and call them Signature Trails. All trails are quality-assured and characteristic of their region. There are fourteen to choose from – which one will be your favourite?

Stay simply and close to nature in a mountain cabin

Leave everyday stress behind and experience true presence in nature when staying in one of STF’s mountain cabins – without electricity or running water. This is the perfect experience for those who want a unique opportunity to get truly close to nature in a breathtaking mountain environment.

Hike the Kungsleden trail

Enjoy dramatic mountain views, clear lakes, deep valleys and untouched forests along Sweden’s perhaps most famous hiking trail. The trail stretches over 450 kilometres through impressive mountain landscapes and four national parks.

Fall asleep by a crackling fire

At STF Kolarbyn Eco-lodge in the forests of Västmanland, you stay simply and sustainably – without electricity or running water. Here, you light your own stove, collect water from a spring, and fall asleep to the crackling of the fire. This is a truly authentic nature experience beyond the ordinary.

Climb Sweden’s highest mountain

Climbing Kebnekaise is an adventure many dream of. Join STF’s guides on a journey that takes you across streams, steep slopes, glaciers and easy climbing sections on your way to Sweden’s highest viewpoint. The feeling when you reach the top is indescribable!

Wake up with a sea view

Waking up to the scent of the sea and views over Bohuslän’s sparkling archipelago is true luxury. At STF Strandvillan Lysekil, you stay in a historic seaside hotel from 1894, with classic Art Nouveau charm, rooms featuring glass verandas or balconies facing the archipelago, and breakfast with cliffs and salty swims just outside your door.

Stay in a converted silo

STF Upperud 9:9 is a unique design hotel in the heart of Dalsland’s wilderness, where you stay in a former grain silo transformed with modern design and lake views. Enjoy hiking along the Pilgrim Trail, peaceful paddling tours, and relaxing sauna sessions at sunset.

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