Culture & rules

Allemansrätten: the right to roam

You may walk, camp a night or two and pick berries in Sweden’s nature — as long as you do not disturb, do not destroy and follow fire bans.

Last checked 14 Oct 2026Official sources

What you may and may not do

You may	You may not
Walk, cycle and ski in nature, also on private land away from homes	Go close to people’s houses and gardens
Pitch two or three tents for a night or two	Camp with large groups without the landowner’s permission
Pick berries, mushrooms and flowers that are not protected	Damage trees or take protected plants
Light a small fire when it is safe — preferably at a barbecue area	Light any open fire during a fire ban

National parks and nature reserves have their own rules. Leave places as you found them and take all rubbish with you.

Rules and fees change. Always confirm on the official page before you apply or pay. Last checked 14 Oct 2026.

Culture & rules

You may walk, camp a night or two and pick berries in Sweden’s nature — as long as you do not disturb, do not destroy and follow fire bans.

Last checked 14 Oct 2026Official sources

You may	You may not
Walk, cycle and ski in nature, also on private land away from homes	Go close to people’s houses and gardens
Pitch two or three tents for a night or two	Camp with large groups without the landowner’s permission
Pick berries, mushrooms and flowers that are not protected	Damage trees or take protected plants
Light a small fire when it is safe — preferably at a barbecue area	Light any open fire during a fire ban

National parks and nature reserves have their own rules. Leave places as you found them and take all rubbish with you.

Rules and fees change. Always confirm on the official page before you apply or pay. Last checked 14 Oct 2026.