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Bohuslän Bohuslän is
area at
west-coast of Sweden, roughly located between Gothenburg and
Norwegian border. It is characterized by rocky fragmented islands and small fishing communities. Awesome scenery, and one of
best tourist attractions in Sweden according to
Swedes.
Göta Canal One of
most popular attractions in Sweden. Make a cruise from Gothenburg to Stockholm with an old ship, crossing one river, three canals, eight lakes, passing 66 locks and traveling on two seas. The Göta Canal is one of
most pleasant waterways in Sweden.
Inlandsbanan Or
Inland Railway. Great trip for fans of train journeys, across
Arctic circle. Inlandsbanan runs from Kristinehamn at
side of lake Vänern to
wilderness near Gällivare, Lapland. Distance: around 1300 km. Stop wherever you want or spend
night and get back on
train - it's all up to you.
Kungsleden The most famous hiking trail of Sweden, 500 km long and leading from Abisko to Hemavan (south). Well-marked and popular, with cabins along
trail that can be busy in
holiday season. You’ll pass Kebnekaise, Sweden’s highest mountain (2,078 m) and see some of Europe’s wildest and most beautiful nature.
Storsjön Storsjön (the Great Lake in Swedish) in
province of Jämtland is
Nordic Loch Ness. Locals believe there's a monster in its dark water – and typically Swedish,
monster is even protected by law! The area around Storsjön has a lot more to offer, with highlands, trails and
likable Östersund as its biggest town.

Marc A. De Jong is a Dutch journalist and editor of http://www.stockholm-sweden-travel-guide.com. This site tells you all about the major attractions, yearly events, how to get there, where to stay, and gives lots of other practical tips.