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Journey across the Baltic Sea
A relaxed arrival on the first day, with just a short drive from the harbour to the campsite.
Long stage — build in some breaks.
This is where your trip begins. The ferry departs from Rostock to Sweden.
The direct ferry crosses the Baltic Sea from the Rostock overseas port. The crossing to Trelleborg takes around six hours, and on board there are play areas and observation decks for the children.
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Family-friendly campsite right on the sandy beach of Trelleborg, ideal for the first night after arrival. Short distance from the ferry terminal and a gently sloping beach for paddling.
Stage to central Sweden
Today is the longest driving stage of the trip, but there's a swim in the lake to look forward to afterwards.
Long stage — build in some breaks.
The idyllic little town of Gränna on the huge Lake Vättern is famous for its striped candy canes (polkagris). A great stop to stretch your legs, with lake views and a chance for a swim.
Campsite right on the shore of Lake Vättern with its own beach and views of the island of Visingsö. A peaceful stopover halfway to Stockholm.
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Arrival in the capital
Driving time today is a little above the target, but manageable with a long lunch break in Nyköping. Four nights in one place follow.
Long stage — build in some breaks.
The small coastal town of Nyköping, with its castle ruins Nyköpingshus, is a good spot for a lunch break. There are pleasant walks along the river and plenty of room for the children to let off steam.
Popular city campsite on the shore of Lake Mälaren with its own swimming beach and good metro connections into the centre. An ideal base for exploring Stockholm without the big motorhome.
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Old town and museum island
The big motorhome stays put today. You'll explore Stockholm entirely by metro (Tunnelbana) and on foot.
Stockholm's medieval old town sits on its own island, with narrow lanes, the Royal Palace and Stortorget square. The changing of the guard at the palace and the colourful alleyways offer plenty for children to see.
Scandinavia's most-visited museum displays the warship Vasa, which sank in 1628 and survives almost completely intact. The vessel, towering over several floors, impresses children and adults alike.
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Open-air museum and relaxation
After a morning at Skansen, a relaxed swimming afternoon back at the campsite.
The world's oldest open-air museum brings together historic farmsteads from all over Sweden with a zoo featuring elk, bears and wolves. A full day of craft demonstrations and plenty of space for children to roam.
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Archipelago and swimming
The archipelago day is all about the water: boat, swim, picnic. Check boat times in advance.
The charming gateway to the Stockholm archipelago, with wooden villas and Vaxholm Fortress rising from the water. Archipelago boats depart from the harbour, and a stroll through town with an ice cream on the quay is a must.
A car-free archipelago island with sheltered swimming coves, walking trails and an old inn. Perfect for swimming and picnicking amid classic archipelago scenery, easily reached by excursion boat from Vaxholm.
Motorhome pitch in the town of Vaxholm, right where the archipelago boats depart. Short distances to the harbour and the centre make it an ideal base for the archipelago day.
Relaxation by the water
A deliberate rest day with no change of location, in keeping with the relaxed pace of the trip.
A relaxed day for swimming, strolling and resting in Vaxholm. Vaxholm Fortress can be visited with a short boat trip, but otherwise the focus is on relaxing by the water.
Driving day to Lake Siljan
A somewhat longer driving day with a break in Västerås, followed by several nights by Lake Siljan.
Long stage — build in some breaks.
A town on the north shore of Lake Mälaren with a cathedral and a large open-air swimming pool, good for a lunch break on the way to Dalarna. The Anundshög Viking site on the outskirts makes for an exciting stop for children.
A large campsite right on the shore of Lake Siljan with a long sandy beach and a pool. A central base for excursions in Dalarna, with plenty of swimming opportunities for the children.
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Lake and red houses
A quiet day to settle in, with plenty of time by the lake.
Lake Siljan is the blue heart of Dalarna, formed long ago by a meteorite impact. Around Leksand, swimming spots, small harbours and walking trails make for a relaxed first day in the region.
The white church of Leksand rises above the lake and offers one of the finest views in Dalarna. A brief stop with a panorama before an afternoon by the water.
Red houses and craftsmanship
Only short drives today, with plenty of time in between for looking around and painting.
The picture-postcard village of Tällberg sits on a hill above Lake Siljan and is famous for its red Falun-red wooden houses and blooming gardens. From here the view stretches far across the lake, and small shops and cafés invite a leisurely wander.
In Nusnäs, the red Dala horses are still hand-carved and hand-painted. On the workshop tour you can watch the craftspeople at work, and children are often given the chance to paint a small horse themselves.
Change of base heading east
A short stage with a break in Rättvik, followed by two nights in Falun.
On the north shore of Lake Siljan lies Rättvik, with its 625-metre wooden bridge, Långbryggan, stretching far out into the lake. A lovely stopover with a swimming spot and lake views.
Campsite in the Lugnet sports area near Falun, close to Lake Runn and well connected to the town and the copper mine. A quiet base for the last days in Dalarna.
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Art and idyll
Culture in the morning, swimming in the afternoon. Very short drives.
The lovingly furnished home of the painter Carl Larsson in the village of Sundborn became world famous through his paintings and still shapes the image of Swedish living today. The guided tour reveals the colourful rooms and the idyllic garden by the river.
At the lake near Sundborn, you can round off the visit with a swim and a picnic. Calm water and shady banks make it well suited to children.
World heritage underground
Almost no driving today, but a special experience underground instead.
The old copper mine at Falun is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and once supplied the pigment for the famous Falun red seen on Swedish wooden houses. The mine tour leads into cool tunnels deep underground, an exciting adventure for the whole family.
Stage to Småland
A somewhat longer driving day with a break in Örebro, to keep the final stages short.
Long stage — build in some breaks.
The town of Örebro, with its imposing water castle set in the middle of the river, is a good stop on the way back. The town park and the neighbouring open-air museum, Wadköping, are lovely for a stroll.
Campsite on the shore of Lake Åsunden with a swimming beach for a peaceful overnight stop on the way south. A pleasant break to ease the return journey.
To the coast before the crossing
A final somewhat longer stage with a stop in Lund, then an overnight stay close to the ferry terminal.
Long stage — build in some breaks.
The old university town of Lund draws visitors with its Romanesque cathedral and famous astronomical clock. A nice stop for a stroll before heading to the coast.
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Last night in Sweden on the sandy beach of Trelleborg, very close to the ferry terminal, making for a relaxed start to next morning's travel day.
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Journey home across the Baltic Sea
A relaxed final day: a short drive to the harbour, then the crossing back to Rostock.
Long stage — build in some breaks.
The direct ferry returns from Trelleborg harbour to Rostock. The crossing takes around six hours, leaving time on board for one last look at the Baltic Sea.
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Arrival in Rostock and the end of the round trip. From here, it's back home.
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