https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Sweden in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed There's a lot to like about July in Sweden, but there’s also plenty to hate. Here are seven of the worst things about the month, in one grumpy Scot's opinion. https://www.thelocal.se/20180705/seven-of-the-worst-things-about-july-in-sweden Thu, 05 Jul 2018 15:38:00 +0200 seven-of-the-worst-things-about-july-in-sweden Looking for somewhere to enjoy the last dregs of the Scanian summer? Here are five of the best beaches in you can rush out to when the hot temperatures are too much to bear. https://www.thelocal.se/20190706/five-great-beaches-in-skne-for-when-the-sun-finally-shines Sat, 06 Jul 2019 11:19:31 +0200 five-great-beaches-in-skne-for-when-the-sun-finally-shines Foraging for seasonal berries during summer is a Swedish tradition that's as old as time. Ready to set off off into the forest, wicker basket in hand, and start scouring for some sweet treats? This guide from The Local should get you started. https://www.thelocal.se/20180709/foraging-in-swedens-forests-what-to-look-out-for-and-when-to-pick-them Mon, 09 Jul 2018 09:59:00 +0200 foraging-in-swedens-forests-what-to-look-out-for-and-when-to-pick-them Summer always leaves foreigners baffled by Swedes' unique seasonal habits. Here's The Local's guide to navigating small talk when the sun comes out. https://www.thelocal.se/20150624/ten-phrases-you-only-hear-during-a-swedish-summer Wed, 24 Jun 2015 08:37:36 +0200 ten-phrases-you-only-hear-during-a-swedish-summer Eight beaches and 15 marinas in Sweden have received the prestigious Blue Flag status this year. Here's the full list. https://www.thelocal.se/20210602/where-to-find-swedens-cleanest-beaches-in-summer-2021 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:22:42 +0200 where-to-find-swedens-cleanest-beaches-in-summer-2021 In the most northernmost parts of the country, the sun will now not set until mid-July. https://www.thelocal.se/20210521/in-sweden-the-season-of-the-midnight-sun-is-here-again Fri, 21 May 2021 12:15:01 +0200 in-sweden-the-season-of-the-midnight-sun-is-here-again How's your Swedish summer vocabulary? Take our quiz to test your skills. https://www.thelocal.se/20190730/quiz-how-well-do-you-know-these-swedish-summer-words Tue, 30 Jul 2019 08:00:38 +0200 quiz-how-well-do-you-know-these-swedish-summer-words Just days after lockdowns ended and European travel restrictions were lifted, many were staying home in the cool on Tuesday as a mini-heatwave hit the continent with temperatures touching 40 degrees Celcius. https://www.thelocal.se/20200623/europe-sizzles-in-heatwave-as-temperatures-rise-towards-40c Tue, 23 Jun 2020 18:42:33 +0200 europe-sizzles-in-heatwave-as-temperatures-rise-towards-40c Here are five words you're likely to hear during summer in Sweden. Watch the video to learn more about them and their origins. https://www.thelocal.se/20190808/five-swedish-summer-words-you-need-to-know Thu, 08 Aug 2019 10:29:58 +0200 five-swedish-summer-words-you-need-to-know Sweden's Arctic region had its hottest day since records began. But that's not the only new record set this summer. https://www.thelocal.se/20190801/arctic-heat-records-and-cold-spells-swedens-summer-of-extremes Thu, 01 Aug 2019 17:51:56 +0200 arctic-heat-records-and-cold-spells-swedens-summer-of-extremes Cooler temperatures are forecast for the coming week in Sweden after a weekend that saw the hottest temperature of the year – measured north of the Arctic Circle. https://www.thelocal.se/20190729/sweden-weather-record-heatwave-arctic-circle Mon, 29 Jul 2019 12:17:15 +0200 sweden-weather-record-heatwave-arctic-circle This weekend’s heatwave in Sweden proved troublesome for train passengers on the Sundsvall–Timrå route after buckled tracks resulted in disruptions. https://www.thelocal.se/20190728/summer-heat-causes-swedish-rail-delays-as-tracks-buckle Sun, 28 Jul 2019 15:20:39 +0200 summer-heat-causes-swedish-rail-delays-as-tracks-buckle Nordic countries experienced searing temperatures as Europe's record-breaking heatwave moved north, with Norway on Saturday equalling its 1970 record, and many areas recording "tropical nights". https://www.thelocal.se/20190728/nordic-countries-sizzle-as-european-heatwave-moves-north-sweden-denmark-norway Sun, 28 Jul 2019 10:53:23 +0200 nordic-countries-sizzle-as-european-heatwave-moves-north-sweden-denmark-norway Barbecue bans and weather warnings have been issued as Sweden swelters in a Nordic heatwave, which has seen "tropical nights" and weather records broken in the north of the country. https://www.thelocal.se/20190726/sweden-heatwave-barbecue-bans-and-weather-warnings-as-temperatures-set-to-top-30c Fri, 26 Jul 2019 18:31:45 +0200 sweden-heatwave-barbecue-bans-and-weather-warnings-as-temperatures-set-to-top-30c With temperatures forecast to stay well above the seasonal average until at least the end of the weekend, here's how to look after yourself in Sweden's heatwave. https://www.thelocal.se/20190726/stay-safe-in-swedens-heatwave-heres-what-you-need-to-know Fri, 26 Jul 2019 12:41:07 +0200 stay-safe-in-swedens-heatwave-heres-what-you-need-to-know Swedes tend to eat with the seasons, so in summer that means light dishes with fish or berries as the usual star ingredients. Here are eight classic Swedish recipes for warmer days, from appetizers to after dinner drinks. https://www.thelocal.se/20190725/eight-tasty-swedish-recipes-to-try-this-summer Thu, 25 Jul 2019 08:01:20 +0200 eight-tasty-swedish-recipes-to-try-this-summer There's good news for anyone who's been disappointed by the cooler than usual start to July, as more summery temperatures are finally on the way. https://www.thelocal.se/20190723/finally-high-temperatures-forecast-for-rest-of-july-in-sweden Tue, 23 Jul 2019 11:55:20 +0200 finally-high-temperatures-forecast-for-rest-of-july-in-sweden Passengers travelling to, from or around Stockholm this summer should be aware of major renovations and track work that will disrupt trains and underground traffic throughout the season, sometimes making multiple changes necessary. Here are the key details you need to know, and the alternative routes to take. https://www.thelocal.se/20190703/what-you-need-to-know-about-stockholm-public-transport-disruption-this-summer Wed, 03 Jul 2019 13:11:57 +0200 what-you-need-to-know-about-stockholm-public-transport-disruption-this-summer The long days of Swedish summer allow you to pack in as much as possible to a staycation. If you're looking for ways to fill the long Swedish summer holiday, here are seven destinations worthy of a visit. https://www.thelocal.se/20190718/seven-swedish-destinations-that-are-perfect-for-a-summer-trip Thu, 18 Jul 2019 08:00:00 +0200 seven-swedish-destinations-that-are-perfect-for-a-summer-trip Summer's here. The Local's Paul Connolly shares his (sometimes painful) experiences of the things you can't do and say if you're being hosted by Swedes. https://www.thelocal.se/20150717/ten-things-to-avoid-at-a-swedish-summer-party Fri, 17 Jul 2015 12:15:50 +0200 ten-things-to-avoid-at-a-swedish-summer-party