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Not expensive, Naturally Exceptional: Welcome to Sweden!

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Updated: Jan 29

Did you know that while the rest of Scandinavia often break travel budgets, Sweden is very affordable? Imagine enjoying a full restaurant lunch with unlimited salad bar, drinks, and coffee for less than €10, or waking up in a lakeside cabin that costs less than a basic hotel room in the Alps. With the Swedish crown at historic lows against the euro, Sweden has become the perfect destination for travelers who want exceptional experiences without exceptional prices. Let us show you why Sweden isn't just naturally beautiful – it's naturally affordable too.



The Currency Advantage

The Swedish crown (SEK) is now worth less against the euro than ever before. This means your euros will buy you more in Sweden than in previous years, making 2025 a great time for a Swedish holiday.



Daily Food Costs: The "Dagens Lunch" Secret

One of Sweden's best money-saving secrets is the "dagens lunch" (daily lunch). For about 120-130 SEK (around €10), you get:


  • A big main course

  • All-you-can-eat salad bar

  • Juice or water

  • Coffee or tea


In Belgium or Germany, you'd easily pay €30-35 for the same meal. Our guests are always surprised when they see how much food they get for their money.



Café and Pub Prices

One of our favorite Swedish traditions is "fika" - the coffee and cake break. In Sweden, you'll pay around €5-7 for a fresh coffee and homemade cake at a cozy café. Many cafés also offer free refills on coffee, which is called påtår.

Going out for drinks is surprisingly affordable too. A locally brewed beer at a pub costs about €5-7. Swedish pubs often have special deals on weekdays, and many offer beautiful lake views or outdoor seating in summer at no extra cost.

Swedish fika
Swedish fika


Accommodation Value

While hotels in Stockholm might cost as much as other capital cities, rural areas like Värmland offer great deals. Our guests often tell us they'd pay twice as much for similar accommodation in France or other popular European spots.


Nygård Cabins
Nygård Cabins

Transport Tips

  • Book your flight early to get good prices

  • Book your rental car in Sweden, it is much cheaper than in Norway

  • Fuel prices are lower than the eurozone

  • There are no tolls on Swedish motorways


Activities and Experiences

Many of the best things to do in Sweden are free:


  • Allemansrätten (Right to Roam) means you can walk anywhere in nature

  • Pick berries and mushrooms in the forests

  • Swim in clean, clear lakes

  • Walk on well-kept hiking trails

  • Watch the northern lights in winter


Even activities you pay for often cost less than in euro countries. For example, renting a canoe for a full day on a beautiful lake costs about €30, while you'd pay €50 or more in popular European locations.


What You Really Get

The true value of visiting Sweden goes beyond money:


  • Beautiful, unspoiled nature

  • Fewer tourists than popular spots

  • Unique Swedish experiences

  • Good service everywhere

  • Clean air and water

  • Peaceful surroundings


When our friends go home, they don't talk about the costs. Instead, they remember watching the midnight sun, eating fresh berries, and feeling totally relaxed. Sweden isn't just affordable – it gives you experiences you'll never forget.



 

Ready to discover Sweden as your next holiday destination? Welcome to Nygård Cabins!

Contact us and we will be happy to help you so you can have a fantastic holiday in nature!

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