Facts about Swedish wild berries
Cloudberry
Often called “the gold of the forest,” cloudberries grow on marshes in northern Sweden. The berry is amber-colored with a tangy, sweet flavor. Rich in vitamin C, cloudberries are commonly used in jams or desserts.
Bilberry
One of Sweden’s most common berries, bilberries grow wild in forests across the country. They are blue-black, juicy, and packed with antioxidants. Often eaten fresh, in baked goods, or as jam.
Lingonberry
A tart red berry that grows in coniferous forests. Lingonberries are a classic accompaniment to many Swedish dishes and contain high levels of beneficial compounds such as benzoic acid—a natural preservative.
Allemansrätten
Allemansrätten (the Swedish Right of Public Access) grants everyone in Sweden the right to move freely in nature – regardless of whether the land is privately owned or not. For example, you may walk, pick berries and mushrooms, and camp overnight in nature, as long as you do not disturb or damage the environment. It is a unique opportunity, but it also comes with responsibility – always show respect for animals, nature, and landowners.
