Differneces Germany Sweden

Top 10 Differences Between Germans & Swedes

This post is written by a German who also happens to be Swedish. Are there actually any differences between Swedes and Germans? Yes! But aren’t these nations at least culturally very similar? No! Well, except, both consume lots of … Read more

How to describe Sweden with a few words only?

I tried to describe Sweden with a few words. And this is what I came up with.   And for those who live in Gothenburg or Malmö feeling underrepresented in the description above, here is another … Read more

Typically Swedish page 4

Typically Swedish #76-100, Page 4/4

What is typically Swedish? Page 4 of 4 Here back to… Page 1, #1-25 Page 2, #26-50 Page 3, #51-75   76. During the Christmas holiday season, you use to drink Glögg, to which you … Read more

Typically Swedish page 3

Typically Swedish #51-75, Page 3

What is typically Swedish? Page 3 Here back to… Page 1/4, #1-25 Page 2/4, #26-50 Forward to … Page 4/4, #76-100 51. The letter Å (pronounced like a short “Oh“)   52. Snus – the mini … Read more

Typically Swedish page 2

Typically Swedish #26 – 50, Page 2

  What is typically Swedish? Page 2 of 4 Here back to page 1/4, #1-25 26. You know in which year the Olympic Games were in Stockholm 1912 27. You consider it completely normal that every Easter, … Read more

Swedish girls names and boys names

Top 100 Most Popular Swedish Girls & Boys Names For Your Baby

Are you looking for name inspiration to find the right name for your baby? In this list you find the most popular first names Swedish girls and boys received in 2023. Popular Swedish Names for Girls and … Read more

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Typically Swedish

What is typically Swedish? During the last couple of years, I have been collecting several “things” that I consider typically Swedish. These things can be actual products or behaviors of Swedish people that you encounter … Read more

Ferries from Germany to Sweden

Find out which ferries go from Germany to Sweden or Denmark and how long the ferry ride takes. You can book ferry tickets by clicking on the link of the respective shipping company below. Ferry companies between … Read more

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Swedish Fashion

First impressions When you come to Sweden, walk on the street and have a look at the Swedish people, you will most certainly think Swedes are very fashion-conscious. Their hairstyle is fresh and edgy, often the lastest you … Read more

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Surströmming – Opening a Can of Swedish Stinky Fish with Dogs

You might have heard about the Swedish rotten fish called Surströmming, “soured herring”. It’s fermented herring in a can. In many Swedish buildings you’re not allowed to open these cans, because the awful smell won’t disappear. It’s not … Read more

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