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atmospheric night's accommodation.
See p.319
4
Arvidsjaur
Take a trip on a steam train or visit
the traditional Sámi dwellings of the Lappstaden
right in the town centre.
See p.325
5
Jokkmokk
In addition to a great
Sámi
museum, there's also a delightful alpine flower
garden.
See p.328
6
Abisko
The starting point for the 500km
Kungsleden hiking trail as well as the best
place in Sweden to see the northern lights.
See p.343
7
Kiruna
Gateway to the famous
Icehotel
in
nearby Jukkasjärvi; get here before the whole
town sinks into the ground.
See p.337
8
Luleå
Visit the UNESCO-listed church town at
nearby Gammelstad or ride the boat out into
the stunning archipelago.
See p.271
9
High
Coast
The most beautiful stretch of the
northern Swedish coast lies north of Härnösand
and is best seen from the ferries which serve the
offshore islands.
See p.259
is Sweden at its most grand and imposing.
See p.218
7
Gothenburg
The Gothenburgers are said to
be the friendliest people in the whole of
Sweden - pull up a chair in one of the city's
many great cafés and strike up a conversation.
See p.104
8
Varberg
People have been coming to
Varberg to take the waters for generations - join
them and leave your clothes behind.
See p.148
GRAND TOUR OF SWEDEN
THE BEST OF THE NORTH
SOUTHERN SWEDEN
SOUTHERN SWEDEN
1
Malmö
The perfect gateway to southern
Sweden, Malmö enjoys some of the country's
warmest weather and features a string of city
beaches ideal for topping up your tan.
See p.171
2
Lund
Enjoy the atmosphere in southern
Sweden's most attractive city, renowned for its
great bars and restaurants which cater to the
huge student population.
See p.166
3
Kalmar
One of southern Sweden's most
underrated destinations, Kalmar is home to the
fascinating Kronan exhibition.
See p.198
4
Gotland
The
Swedish destination, Gotland's
charms are legendary: cobbled medieval streets
and alleyways, superb sandy beaches and a
party atmosphere that lasts all summer long.
See p.229
5
Karlstad
Busy and fun city set on the shores
of Sweden's biggest lake - take a tour of the city
by boat or enjoy the beaches.
See p.138
6
Vadstena
With its moated castle and
stunning abbey, historically significant Vadstena
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