Vasaloppet classic skiing race or how to ski 90km in a day
I went from barely staying upright on skis to finishing a 90km race across Sweden. If you’re not a strong skier but dream of completing Vasaloppet, this a story for you.
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I tried ski touring and this is why you should too
The wind blowing in our face is getting stronger and stronger the snow starts to fall again, our progression in the powder snow is getting slower. Off the beaten slopes, I am ecstatic: I am getting my own mini feel for a polar expedition. We are ski touring on the swedish fjall, these old middle mountains…
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Is it crazy to visit Stockholm in winter?
The cold is freezing your hands, the snow is bitting your face, it is lunch time but it is -15°C / 5°F! You are doing this! You might have stumble upon some of my articles about Stockholm, where I recommend to visit the swedish capital between May and September, but a visit in winter will bring the…
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Completing a Swedish Classic – “En Svensk Klassiker”
Biking 300 km, swimming 3km in a river, running for 30km, and skiing across 90km. 4 disciplines, 4 competitions across Sweden. One goal, one year. I always love the moment you contemplate a challenge and just think “whoooo… that’s crazy” and the second that follows when you think “I should totally try this“. And then,…
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Kungsleden, a 7 day trek above the Arctic circle
Kungsleden, “the royal trail”, is a 450km trail running into the Swedish mountains of Lappland, above the Arctic circle. Thousands of hikers come every year in summer to complete a portion (or all!) of one of the most beautiful treks on the planet and enjoy full wilderness – not even phone connection! The first part…
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A week-end in Kungshamn, on the West Coast of Sweden
Driving 6h across the country on a Thursday evening after several stressful weeks is not exactly what I had in mind when I talked about “spending a relaxing midsummer week-end”. But going out of town to enjoy life in the family stuga (cottage) is what you are supposed to do for midsummer when you live in Sweden. With no…
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How to celebrate your very own Swedish Midsummer
Each year, the Friday between 19 and 25 of June, Sweden stops for 24h. Streets are quiet and Stockholm only full of tourists. Swedes leave the cities to gather with friends and families to celebrate in tradition the longest day of the year. Midsummer Eve is one of the most (if not the most) important tradition…
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4 nightclubs to party like a local in Stockholm
Difficult to know where to party when visiting a city, in this post I suggest 4 places frequented by locals to enjoy Stockholm night life. Pick the place depending on your mood, and dress accordingly!
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Fun, beautiful and challenging: explore Stockholm running its triathlon!
Have you ever taken some city breaks that you can’t really recall? Ever wanted to see a city under a new light? Try something different: (re)discover Stockholm by participating in its triathlon! In this post I am giving you 4 great reasons to try it, out of the eternal glory and the admiration of your friends. Ready? Go!
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Is the Stockholm card worth it?
Like lots of touristy cities, Stockholm offers its own city pass the “Stockholm card”, promising the visitor a good deal for his/her trip to the capital of Scandinavia. But does it really worth it? Well, it depends! I have done the maths for you, and it’s pretty complicated. But keep reading and let me guide you…
