Stockholm walking route: Gamla Stan to Skansen and

The route in Stockholm covers 49.9 km and includes the historical part of the city (Gamla Stan), the Skansen open-air museum, the island of Dürgården and the residential areas of Danderid and Södermalm. The route will allow you to get acquainted with different aspects of the Swedish capital - from the medieval center to modern life in the areas where local residents live.

Distance
49.9 km
Duration
9 h 58 min
Mode
route
Start
Stockholm – Residence & Primary Hub
End
Södermalm District
Stops
7
Video author
travmap
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Stops on this route

  1. Stockholm – Residence & Primary Hub — Home base where Vlad lives with his wife and daughter; Marina arrives to visit her mother; Lera's interview location.
  2. Gamla Stan – Historic City Centre — Walking tour of Stockholm's medieval old town; discussion of Swedish mentality and fika tradition.
  3. Skansen Open-Air Museum — World's oldest open-air museum; occupies ~30 hectares on the island of Djurgården in Stockholm.
  4. Djurgården Island — Island in Stockholm where Skansen is located; green space and recreation area.
  5. Naturreservat Nature Reserve — Public nature reserve accessible to all without restrictions; showcases Swedish natural landscape.
  6. Danderyd District — Residential district in Stockholm; featured in discussion of Swedish mentality and lifestyle differences.
  7. Södermalm District — Stockholm district; discussion of immigrant communities and community dynamics.

Useful for your trip

Food
Coffee in Sweden costs 5-7 euros per cup. Even the Swedes themselves consider it very expensive compared to other European countries.
Save money
Don't convert prices into your own currency when adapting to life in Sweden. Get used to counting in Swedish krona, otherwise everything will seem more expensive.
Tip
Tap water in Sweden is completely safe to drink without any fear. Scale does not form in the kettle.
Where to stay
The waiting list for an apartment for rent in Stockholm can last up to 2 years. Plan your stay in advance.
Tip
Obtaining a residence permit in Sweden can take up to 27 months. Plan your paperwork with plenty of time to spare.
Timing
Seasonal work on picking berries (blueberries, cloudberries, lingonberries) is available in the summer in northern Sweden. Cloudberries are the most expensive and difficult to assemble.
Save money
In 2023, inflation in Sweden was 9%, the cost of electricity increased 5 times in a year. Consider these costs when planning your budget.
Tip
In Sweden, there is a tradition of 'fika' – a coffee break for socializing. This is a cultural practice that would be good to understand when interacting with Swedes.
Where to stay
The Danderyd and Södermalm districts in Stockholm are popular places to live. Behind the house there is often a forest, water and nature are nearby.
Tip
For employment in Sweden, it is useful to take free integration courses in Swedish. This will greatly improve your chances of getting a good job.
Tip
In Sweden, 69% of the territory is forests, and only 3% is cities. The city is integrated into nature, which is important to understand when choosing a place to live.
Tip
Visit Skansen, the world's oldest open-air museum (30 hectares on the island of Djurgården). Traditional Swedish culture is preserved here.

Video on this route

How they live in a country where everyone is happy. Real Sweden without embellishment

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