The Local Sweden

Swedish granny proves age is just a number

Fri, 10 Jul 2015 13:25:00 +0200

After 88-year-old Märtha Ljungberg’s visit to Sweden’s biggest amusement park Liseberg in Gothenburg went viral, The Local spoke to her grandson about the high-speed occasion.

Bungee jumping 'killed off' by new safety rules

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 13:58:00 +0200

Strict new safety rules could spell the end of bungee jumping in Sweden, companies who organize the activity have warned.

Stockholm Q & A: Where can I find Argentinian food in Stockholm?

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:07:00 +0200

In our regular column answering readers' questions about Stockholm, Peter Vinthagen Simpson gives tips on where to find good Argentinian cuisine in Stockholm.

The Local's guide to shopping in Stockholm

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 19:23:00 +0200

Whatever you’re shopping for, the Swedish capital has something for you. An achingly fashion-conscious city, Stockholm is the perfect place to while away the hours drifting from trendy boutique to trendy boutique. For aficionados of sleek, minimalist Scandinavian design, there are great finds to be made. For foodies, Stockholm’s historic market halls are gourmet heaven. This guide will be constantly updated and expanded –if you know of an establishment you think we should include, tell us!

Something for the Weekend: The Local's Guide to What's On

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 17:00:00 +0100

Warm up for Christmas Swedish style, head to a traditional English carol service or escape from the Yuletide rush altogether. We've got the weekend sorted.

Something for the Weekend: The Local's Guide to What's On

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:56:00 +0100

Fancy taking in a traditional Swedish Christmas market? Or what about an evening of jazz in Stockholm? All this and more in our weekly guide to what's on in Sweden's main cities this weekend.

Something for the Weekend: The Local's Guide to What's On

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 15:25:00 +0100

Looking for a way to while away the hours this weekend, or for something to do with visiting relatives? We've got some tips.

Living the high life

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 19:06:00 +0200

Hot air balloons have almost become part of Stockholm's summer and autumn skyline. Charlotte West took to the skies, discovering great views and some strange ballooning traditions.

Multicultural Market aims to seduce Gothenburgers

Thu, 01 Jun 2006 20:53:00 +0200

Under Gothenburg's answer to the Golden Gate, an American and a Brit have set up a Swedish market with the alternative chic of London's Camden. Janelle Larsson takes a look.