Experience Sweden’s Countryside: A Local Picnic and History Tour from Stockholm
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; a relaxed pace with gentle walking
Overview
Escape the bustle of Stockholm with a peaceful 5-hour picnic tour through Vallentuna’s countryside. Discover ancient rune stones, enjoy locally sourced food, and walk historical paths in this unique nature and culture adventure.
A Swedish Picnic - a locally produced food, nature and history tour from Stockholm
All ages • 5 hours • Go on a slow tour with beautiful nature and locally produced food!
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About This Adventure
Embark on a serene 5-hour journey through Sweden's picturesque countryside, exploring hidden natural gems and historical sites. Enjoy a locally sourced picnic while discovering ancient rock carvings, rune stones, and a medieval procession walk. This eco-friendly tour supports local businesses, offering a unique blend of culture and nature.
Duration
5 Hours
About
Take a relaxing tour seeing scenic countryside roads, enjoy beautiful nature walks true forest and a typical Swedish picnic with food from several local companies included.
On this relaxing slow tour you'll encounter beautiful nature pearls you would not find nor know of if not joining the tour. You'll at the same time se interesting historical sites in the area around the cozy town of Enköping. On this enjoyable tour the historical sites you'll encounter is a 5th C procession walk on the top of a mountain, over 600 bronze age rock carving divided at two sites once situated along the coast, a medieval and of course several rune stones and a LOT of nature. In this beautiful and sunny environment of open fields and meadows you'll be invited to join on a traditional Swedish picnic working as our lunch before going back towards Stockholm city.
The picnic, who is pre-bought for this tour, is environmental friendly, locally sourced with locally produced produces who is coming from different farms. This tour is therefore supporting several local small businesses, food producers and companies.
Tour time: 5h Hotel pick up offered within 4km from Stockholm central station. Two adults booking are required for this tour to run.
Adventure Tips
Bring comfortable walking shoes
The tour involves gentle trails with some uneven ground; supportive footwear is recommended.
Pack insect repellent
Swedish countryside can have mosquitoes during warmer months, so bring protection.
Dress in layers
Weather can change quickly, so layers help regulate your comfort.
Carry a refillable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the 5-hour tour with easy access to water.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- European red fox
- Eurasian jay
History
Vallentuna is known for its Viking-era rune stones that tell stories of ancient Scandinavian lives.
Conservation
This eco-conscious tour supports local farmers and aims to minimize environmental impact through responsible tourism.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating countryside trails comfortably.
Layered clothing
Allows you to adapt to changing outdoor temperatures.
Insect repellent
Protects against mosquitoes in warmer months.
summer specific
Refillable water bottle
To keep hydrated throughout the tour.