⛺ Am I allowed to wild camp in Sweden?

Yes

Quick answer

Yes — the right of public access (allemansrätten) lets you pitch a tent for a night or two on most undeveloped land without permission. The core rule is "don't disturb, don't destroy". You can stay one or two nights in one spot; longer needs the landowner's permission. Keep clear of dwellings (the hemfridszon) — there is no exact metre in law, but out of sight of the house is a good rule of thumb. Large groups and many tents need permission. Light a fire only when there is no fire risk, and never during a fire ban.

📋 The rules

Camp for a night or two in the same spot
Core rule: don't disturb, don't destroy
Keep your distance from dwellings (the hemfridszon)
Large groups / many tents need the landowner's permission
Fire only without fire risk — never during a fire ban

🔓 Exceptions

National parks and nature reserves have their own, often stricter rules
Not on a garden plot, field or planting
Stockholm and other municipalities ban camping in parks via local bylaws

⚠️ Penalties & fines

Camping on a garden plot can be trespass (fines or up to 1 year). Damage to land/vegetation brings fines and damages. Illegal off-road driving with a motor vehicle is fined.

📎 Official sources

Last verified: 2026-06-20

❓ Frequently asked

How long can I camp in one spot?

A night or two. To stay longer you need the landowner's permission.

How close to a house can I camp?

Outside the hemfridszon. The law gives no exact metre, but out of sight of the house is a good rule.

Can I light a fire?

Only when there is no fire risk, never directly on rock or moss, and never during a fire ban.

Does the right of public access apply in national parks?

Partly. Special rules and often designated tent sites apply — check the park's bylaws.

Can I camp with a campervan off-road?

No. Driving a motor vehicle off-road is banned under the Off-road Driving Act.

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