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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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📉 Inflation shock in Sweden!
Prices rose 2.9% in June – way more than expected.
Experts call it a “cold shower” and warn it could stop future interest rate cuts.
But others say: stay calm, one jump doesn’t mean a crisis.
📌 Real impact? The Riksbank might hit pause on lowering rates this year.
Next week’s final inflation report will be key.
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Literally me in July, standing like 😐☕ just waiting for my favorite café to reopen in August.
How is it that the entire world somehow finds extra staff to cover summer vacations… and Sweden just collectively decides to close? 😂
I get it – semester is sacred – but maybe, just maybe, I wanted a cinnamon bun without scheduling it around a national shutdown?
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🚨 New UK travel scam – and yes, it’s legal?!
Swedes heading to the UK now need an ETA to enter. But if you don’t apply through the official site, you could end up paying over 1,000 SEK instead of 200 😩
Fake websites look real and promise “fast service” but charge way more.
Konsumentverket says many people are falling for it and calling in angry.
Tip? Use Sweden Abroad for the right link and if you’ve been fooled, try contacting your card provider to possibly get a refund.
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🍄 Mushroom season has officially begun!
The first chanterelles are already peeking out!
Where to look:
🌲 Spruce forests with birch
🚜 Old gravel roads & tractor tracks
🌿 Mossy ledges with dripping water
You might also spot russulas, tooth fungi, or even the royal karljohan if you’re lucky.
⚠️ But don’t risk it – only eat what you’re 100% sure of. Sweden has some seriously toxic mushrooms too.
So… who’s already planning their next forest walk? 🍃✨
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Trying to manifest fluent Swedish with nothing but Young Royals, kanelbullar, and blind confidence 🇸🇪🥐
It’s a shame I’m still too much of a coward during phone calls and end up switching to English… with some people.
(Like seriously, these call centers could invest in better sound quality – immigrants are trying their best, okay?)
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🎲 Göteborg finally got its own Monopoly board!
The new edition launched aboard the Götheborg ship and features local icons like Avenyn, Slottsskogen, and Feskekörka.
But with only 40 spaces… not every neighborhood made the cut.
👀 No Högsbo, Angered, or Mölndal – yet?
💬 What place you would have added? Let’s make the ultimate local expansion pack in the comments.
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Picking up prescription meds in Sweden? Here’s how it works 🇸🇪💊
📲 Prescriptions are linked to your personnummer (Swedish ID number) – no paper scripts needed.
🧑💻 You can log in with BankID and order online – for delivery or pickup.
📦 When picking up in person, you don’t go to the regular cashier – you take a number and wait at the prescription desk.
☝️ If you ordered online, some pharmacies let you pick up at the regular counter, others still require a queue ticket – it depends on the place.
Honestly? It’s super smooth – this video is 22 seconds, and the whole interaction took under 5 minutes.
And no awkward “trying to pronounce your meds out loud” moments 😅
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🦌 The moose might be red-listed?!
Sweden’s moose population has dropped by 20% since 2004. Now, for the first time, it’s expected to be added to the national red list, meaning it’s officially at risk.
Experts say it’s mainly due to hunting, and the population could bounce back fast if the pressure is reduced.
But it’s not just about moose. This year, 228 new species might be added to Sweden’s red list – including fish, insects, and the Baltic Sea porpoise.
At the same time, some species like otters are making a comeback.
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