


Road Genius compares campervan rentals from many suppliers so you can choose the right vehicle for exploring Stockholm and the wider Mälaren archipelago. Arlanda Airport is the main arrival hub for international travellers. Peak daylight in midsummer can reach 18 hours, while winter roads require extra care.
| Period | Avg High °C | Good? |
|---|---|---|
| Mar–May | 10 °C | Cool but flowers bloom |
| Jun–Aug | 21 °C | Best weather, long days |
| Sep–Nov | 11 °C | Good for hiking, fewer crowds |
| Dec–Feb | 3 °C | Short days, icy roads |
Urban speed limits are 50 km/h (31 mph) unless a sign shows lower. Rural roads allow 90 km/h (56 mph) and motorways 110–120 km/h (68–75 mph).
Keep low-beam headlights on at all times. This is required by Swedish law.
The Öresund Bridge charges a toll. Number plates are scanned automatically and you pay at the booth or online within 48 hours.
Winter tyres are required 1 December–31 March when winter conditions exist.
Sweden's legal blood-alcohol limit is 0.02%. Police conduct random breath tests.
Many streets in central Malmö have height-restricted car parks. Open-air parking spots fill early.
| Place | Hook-ups | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Camp Sibbarp (Malmö) | Full | Waterfront, playgrounds, bus to city | Books out 6+ weeks ahead in summer |
| Ställplats Luftkastellet | Water+Electric | 15 min walk to Öresund Bridge viewpoint, easy bus connection | No showers, exposed to wind |
| Lomma Harbour Motorhome Area | None | Free, beach cafés nearby | Max length 8 m, no services |
| Barsebäckstrand Camping | Full | Quiet forest sites, good for Kullaberg day trip | 30 km north of Malmö |
| Falsterbo-Ljunghusen Camping | Water+Electric | Wide sandy beach, bird-watching | Narrow approach road, limit 10 m vehicles |
| Motorway Rest Area "Rastplats Spillepengen" | None | 24 h toilets, legal 1-night stay | Traffic noise, no hook-ups |
Strong crosswinds can require speed reductions on the Öresund Bridge. Follow the variable speed signs.
Summer brings mosquitoes and ticks in coastal forests. Carry repellent and check skin after hikes.
Sweden uses emergency number 112 for police, fire and ambulance.
Non-urgent medical advice in English is available 24 hours via 1177 (phone or website).
Many car parks in Malmö switch to residential permit only between 00:00 and 06:00. Signs read "Boendeparkering".
Cash is rarely accepted. Tolls, fuel and campgrounds prefer card payment or the mobile app "Swish".