Culture and Customs of Sweden

Arts, Crafts, and Architecture

Arts

Crafts

Architecture

Museums

Customs and Traditions

Local Traditions

Etiquette

Dress and Behavior

Sensitive or Taboo Topics

Languages

The country's official language is Swedish. In addition, there are five other languages, including Sami, officially recognized as "minority languages" and spoken locally. When it comes to foreign languages, Swedes generally speak English very well, and many also speak German. French, however, is very uncommon.

Glossary

A few useful local words and expressions to know when traveling:

Festivals and Celebrations

Public Holidays

January: New Year's Day and Epiphany

April: Good Friday and Easter Monday

May: May Day and Ascension Day

June 6: National Day

June 22: Midsummer's Day

November 1: All Saints' Day

December 24–26: Christmas Holidays