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This is informational post about an overland travel by car to Sweden – through two bridges in Denmark and famous Öresundsbron.
When we bought the car in September 2018 and we were no longer condemned to driving a 23-year-old family heirloom, we decided for the first time to go on a route longer than to the airport in Poznań. We couldn’t do otherwise – we went to Sweden by car.
To bring the subject closer – we are planning to emigrate to Sweden as soon as possible and at that time almost all of my husband’s family lived there. We decided to get together on the road, take the dog and finally everything we want, not what the airlines will allow, and have a great adventure.
Our initial plans were to travel by ferry, but the prices put us off (we wanted to go immediately – we had a university break on November 1-2 and the long weekend that followed). We looked at the routes Gdynia-Karlskrona, Świnoujście-Ystad and Rostock-Gedser (departing from Germany). Finally, we choose the land route. And that’s how it happened.
What is the car route to Sweden like?
We drove from Wrocław (Poland), because we lived there and I will base all my calculations on the cost and length of the route on this. We chose the shortest route in terms of kilometers to travel – only 1125 (we went to Croatia more at once and survived :D)
Google showed that the route takes about 11 hours – it seemed to us not much. Our only concern was how our dog would react to such a long route. He had the whole back seat at his disposal, where we put a special mat for transporting dogs, he was fastened with dog belts, but he was free to move around the back seats. It turned out that our fears were completely unfounded – Homer slept the entire route and was indignant that he had to get out of the car every few hours because “hoomans” told him to.
We drove to Sweden by car for about 13 hours, because every 4 hours we stopped for a short stop to stretch our legs, walk the dog and take turns driving.
By car to Sweden – fees on the route
Although all highways along the way were free, the overland route includes two bridge crossings that are already tolled.
The first bridge you cross, Lillebælt, connects the two parts of Denmark and is free. A bit further is its bigger brother – Storebælt. This is another Danish-Danish crossing and the fee is 270 Danish crowns (about 170 PLN) one way. The toll is paid in cash or by card at gates similar to those found on toll motorways.
Another paid part of the route is Øresundsbron connecting Danish Copenhagen with Swedish Malmo. A one-way ride costs 610 Swedish crowns when paying online (about 254 PLN), but here we saw a great deal that allowed us to significantly reduce the cost of the journey.
The Øresundsbron bridge offers the BroPass loyalty program, which costs 495 Swedish crowns (about 206 PLN) to join. Participation in the program reduces the cost of crossing the bridge to 268 Swedish crowns (about 111 PLN) one way, and additionally allows you to use special gates that read our license plates and let us through without waiting. This option is only available online.
Using BroPass also allows you to reduce the price of traveling over the Storebælt bridge – with an active BroPass contract for our license plates, we will pay only 192 Danish crowns (approx. 121 PLN) for the bridge
With BroPass, you pay SEK 1031 and DKK 384 (approx. 672 PLN in total) instead of SEK 1,220 and DKK 540 (approx. 835 PLN in total) for a one-time trip, and the contract is valid for one year from the moment you join. Each subsequent trip will cost you less than the BroPass cost if you travel during the program period, resulting in further savings.
Was it worth it?
Some, hearing about our expedition, tapped their foreheads and said that we were abnormal. Why go that route? For us, however, it was one of the best adventures in life and for several reasons.
First of all, for the first time we went on such a long journey by car alone – we were not accompanied by anyone, except our dog, which was also a great experience, because we treat him a bit like a small child to whom we want to show the world.
Secondly, crossing the bridges (especially the Øresundsbron) is an unforgettable experience. Not only because of the majesty of the entire structure (the entire passage is 16 km long, of which the bridge itself is 7.8 km long, and the exit tunnel from Denmark is 3.5 km long – there are also trains along the entire route that pass you from time to time time), but also because of the breathtaking views.
We were later envied by everyone who saw the photos and recordings. The weather was perfect, the sun was beautiful, which added to the charm of the whole adventure. If you have the opportunity to go to Sweden by car – we definitely recommend it.
On the journey, we were bravely accompanied by the Revolut card, which helped us avoid unfavorable currency conversions and commissions for card payments in a foreign currency. I will write more about this card soon. I highly recommend this trip to everyone at least once in their life. Unearthly sensations guaranteed.
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🇸🇪 Older Swedes are some of the happiest people in the world.
But younger Swedes are struggling.
A new study based on 15,000+ survey answers found big differences between ages 18–24 and 70+:
✅ Young adults report less meaning in life and less financial security
😔 2x higher loneliness
🧠 7x higher levels of depression and anxiety compared to the oldest group
What’s interesting: researchers say young Swedes are not doing worse than young people abroad.
The real “Sweden thing” is how happy the older generation is. They even say the classic “midlife dip” in happiness does not really show up in Sweden.
What do you think is driving this gap?
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🇸🇪 My honest take on Sweden’s proposed citizenship changes (and yes, there’s a petition link at the bottom)
I actually support the changes themselves, especially the language and knowledge tests.
In my opinion, getting citizenship in a new country should mean you can communicate in the language and understand the basics of society, culture and traditions. Anything else feels too close to handing it out like a candy compared to many other European countries.
But the way this is being handled is a scandal.
➡️ If this has been discussed for months or years, you can’t suddenly drop a short announcement with almost no details, create even more questions, and then push for changes in just a few months. It feels rushed, and it gives serious election bait energy before September.
➡️ There’s also a basic principle that laws shouldn’t be applied retroactively. If the plan is to apply stricter rules to applications that are already in the system on the day the change starts, that’s not on the applicants. If someone met the requirements when they applied and the case has been waiting because of long processing times, why should they suddenly stop qualifying?
If you want to support the idea that these changes should NOT be applied retroactively to pending cases, comment SIGN and I’ll send you the petition link.
I’ve already signed it. I didn’t start it, I found it while researching.
What’s your take on this? 👇
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🇸🇪 New proposed citizenship rules, explained clearly (before vs after)
I’ve seen a lot of confusion around this topic, and honestly it makes sense. The announcement was short, left more questions than answers, and the suggested timeline is very close, so I put everything in one place.
This carousel is for anyone who wants a simple overview of:
✅ what the rules are today vs what’s being proposed
✅ what’s confirmed in the official documents
✅ what’s still unclear (and why people are asking so many questions)
No hot takes, just the facts we actually have right now.
I’ll keep updating when new details are published.
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Sources:
➡️ Regeringen.se: Pressmeddelande: “Det nya svenska medborgarskapet” (Feb 2026)
➡️Regeringen.se: Lagrådsremiss: “Skärpta krav för svenskt medborgarskap” (Feb 2026)
➡️Migrationsverket.se: “Citizenship for adults” (current rules)
➡️ TT Nyhetsbyrån (Swedish national news agency): reported details mentioned in Swedish media coverage
🇸🇪 Sweden is tightening the rules for citizenship.
Tidöpartierna (the government parties + SD) want Swedish citizenship to “mean more” and be the end of an integration process.
What they propose:
📅 Residency requirement: mainly 8 years instead of 5
📝 A citizenship test in two parts: Swedish language + knowledge about Swedish society
💼 Self support: around 20,000 SEK/month income (salary or own business)
🚫 Support rule: you can’t have lived on försörjningsstöd for more than 6 months in the last 3 years (exceptions mentioned, like students)
⚖️ “Honest and responsible lifestyle”: stricter rules after convictions, with a maximum waiting time proposed to increase from 10 to 17 years, and it would apply to everyone over 15
📆 Planned start date: June 6, 2026 (Sweden’s National Day).
What remains unclear?
❓ What happens to applications already submitted under today’s rules
❓ Exactly what questions will be on the test (they say it may resemble the US or Danish setup, but no details yet)
❓ The full list of exceptions (only some are mentioned)
This will likely be clarified in the final legal wording and guidance from authorities.
What do you think about the new rules? 👇
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✨ London, not Sweden…
…but it feels familiar in all the right ways
These are our favorite frames from a city that moves faster than Stockholm and whispers different stories, yet still gives you the comforts you reach for: tap-to-pay, slow coffee, green pockets for a reset, museum days when the sky goes grey.
We went back in January to finish what we started in 2024.
Exactly two years later, after hundreds of research hours and more than a decade of regular London trips, the map is ready ✨✅
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What we made for you
🗺️ Custom Google Map with 500+ places we’d send a friend
🍩 Coffee & buns · bakeries · lunch/dinner · street food · fine dining
🛍️ Markets · vintage/second-hand · bookshops · galleries/museums · parks
🌆 Nights with mischief: rooftops & speakeasies (passwords included)
📝 Tiny notes on each pin: best time, what to book, plan B, price vibe + links
🔁 One-time purchase, lifetime updates · access in 24h (Gmail works best) · mobile + desktop
If London is your “other home,” this is the calm way to land and be there, not scroll. 💛
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🚡 London from a new angle? IFS Cloud Cable Car says yes.
Prices (adult & kids):
💷 Adults: £7 one-way · £13 return
🧒 Kids 5–15: £3.50 one-way · £6.50 return
👶 Under 5: free
💳 How to pay: contactless/Oyster (pay as you go) or tickets at the terminal
🌇 Route: Greenwich Peninsula ↔ Royal Docks (sunset = chef’s kiss)
📣 TOMORROW: our LONDON MAP drops! 500+ handpicked places: restaurants, pubs, bars, museums, attractions (like this cable car), theatres, photo spots. Curated, tested, organised, so planning is brain-off, vibes-on.
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🏠 How many places can you call “home”?
I never felt at home in my home country. That feeling arrived only after moving to Sweden. Nature on your doorstep, healthcare that works, pretty little cities, systems that actually support you, and kind people around us.
But it’s not that simple.
There’s another place my heart keeps returning to: London. I fell for it on my first visit in 2009, and a quick trip still feels therapeutic (and should be available on prescription 😅). It recharges the side of me that says dream big and move fast: bold choices, career switches, business pivots, no fear of change. That do it now energy? That’s me, too.
Would I move to the UK for good? With Sweden as my benchmark: no ❌
(But if not for Brexit, this account might’ve been called LikeLondon 😅)
Your turn: how many “homes” do you have and what part of you do they power up?
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We went to Mr Fogg’s Botanical Tavern for one very specific reason: proper lunch.
📌 Mr Fogg’s Botanical Tavern & Treehouse @mrfoggsgb
48 Newman Street, London W1T 1QQ
Because our last Mr Fogg’s stop was Society of Exploration and it was amazing… but it’s more “two cocktails + a snack” than “feed me like an adult” 😅
This time we came right after opening (just off Tottenham Court Road) and at first it was super quiet. Perfect for soaking in the decor, grabbing photos, and feeling like you accidentally walked into a Victorian movie set.
What we ordered:
✅ Fish & Chips (genuinely good)
✅ Sausage & Mash (first time for us, comfort food level: high)
✅ Smash burger (juicy, even if thicker than expected for a smash)
✅ Chicken Caesar salad (simple and tasty, a bit salty if you’re sensitive)
Food came out fast, looked beautiful, portions were fair. We left full and happy.
But let’s be honest: Mr Fogg’s cocktails are still the main character.
Colorful, creative, and the menu actually tells you the flavor vibe (floral, fruity, boozy, refreshing) which is a lifesaver if you’re not into guessing what 5 random liqueurs taste like together.
Full review with tips, what to order, and the most photogenic spots is on the blog (link in bio).
Would you go here for lunch, or would you only come for cocktails? 👀
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