Driving in Sweden

Driving in Sweden’s three main cities – Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmo – isn’t easy because of narrow streets, one-way systems and limited parking. But once you get onto the open road you’ll find spectacular drives where quite often yours will be the only car on the road.

Don’t be tempted to drink and drive: the blood-alcohol limit in Sweden is just 20mg (compared with 80mg in the UK) with random checks and on-the-spot fines.

Star Drive

Head north out of Gothenburg to Stenungsund and you’re set on a wonderful three-day adventure across bridges and ferries to the lovely islands of Tjörn, Klädesholmen and Orust.

Driving Abroad Guide

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Sweden Driving Guide

Laws of the Land

All car passengers must wear seatbelts if fitted
Children under 7 years of age or less than 135cm tall must wear a suitable child seat or booster seat appropriate to their size and weight, whether sitting in the front or back
In built-up areas horns must only be used in emergencies
Trams always have priority
All vehicles must use dipped headlights during the day
Motorcyclists must wear crash helmets (including passenger)

Standard Speed Limits
Urban Areas	50kmh (sometimes 30kmh, check signage)
Outside Urban Areas	90kmh
Motorways	Up to 120kmh (check signage)

Local Knowledge

Reindeer and elk have a habit of wandering onto roads, particularly early in the morning and at dusk.

Did You Know...?

In the Swedish countryside drivers blow their horns or
flash their lights to signal their intention to overtake.

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