Scandinavian Summer Roadtrip
This trip was so last minute, I can’t believe I actually allowed it to happen. Usually, I am a planner. I like to know what I may come across on my trips. This time, Klaas and I decided just three days before that we wanted to drive north for our Summer holiday. We were originally thinking about heading to the south of France, but my goodness, the temperatures were too hot. NOPE! So to Scandinavia we went! Klaas drove 30+ hours to get us to our final destination — the Lofoten Islands.
The route: Copenhagen -> Abisko Natioal Park -> Norway
Highlights
Copenhagen, Denmark |
We camped at DCU camping - a family friendly campground right outside of Copenhagen. It was only a 10 minute walk to the train station. The train ride into Copenhagen was only 2 minutes.
The city is completely walkable. From the central station to Nyhavn it’s only about a 30 minute walk. Along the way you’ll definitely be stopping for photos though - be warned! This city is too pretty.
We only had a day to explore, but it was more than enough for Klaas and I!
Top Things to Check Out
Nyhavn | Picture perfect canal and entertainment district
Torvehallerne | Food Hall with fresh eats!
Illum Original Coffee | Coffee bar with a view
Social | Quaint and cozy coffee bar
Good to Know
If you are driving into Denmark be prepared to pay 32 euro to cross the bridge and another 32 euro to leave Denmark.
As with the other Scandinavian countries, be aware that food and other items are EXPENSIVE.
They use Danish Kroner, so be sure to convert your money ASAP.
Abisko National Park, Sweden |
I never thought I’d love a national park so much. There was something about this place that I just “vibed” with. The air was unbelievably crisp, and the water so aqua and deep blue all at the same time. Don’t get me started on the landscape. It is incredibly beautiful! I loved every minute we spent there. I wish I wasn’t a 35 + hour drive away from it.
They have a ski lift, hotel rooms, cabins, a camping gear shop, and a campground. There’s a bus stop right out side of the Park that you can use if you are using public transportation.
Good to Know
If you are driving into Denmark be prepared to pay 32 euro to cross the bridge and another 32 euro to leave Denmark.
Scandinavia is EXPENSIVE, but you probably already know this.
If you are driving into Sweden there will also be a toll fee you’ll have to pay, I forget the price, but it isn’t cheap.
Scandinavia has a lot of lactose free products readily available with no need to go and hunt for them. At least that was my experience, mostly in Sweden.
You can wild camp in Sweden and in Norway. There are various blogs no the subject. Simply type in wild camping Sweden/Norway. You can really save on cash money!
You can park for free by blue road signs with a large white P for up to 24 hours. Klaas and I parked and slept in our car a few times on our way north. We didn’t have any trouble!
