Packing List for Hiking in Sweden's Nature

If you’re heading out on a longer hike in our beautiful country, there’s a lot that needs to be planned for everything to go smoothly. When you choose the right equipment, the hike becomes both much easier and more enjoyable. By following a packing list, you can be sure you’ve brought the right things.

The Right Tent for the Season and Terrain

The tent is without a doubt what takes up the most space and weighs the most. At the same time, the right tent is crucial for effective recovery and a comfortable experience. A tip is to compare tents on web stores that are experts in hiking equipment. One such site is Beredd, which also has a smart guide for choosing the right tent. It’s important to know which season you’ll be using the tent in, how many people it should fit, and what the maximum weight can be.

Sleeping Pads That Take Up Little Space

Never set off without a sleeping pad – you need to sleep well to recover for the next day’s hike. Choosing an inflatable pad is smart, as it takes up little space and the air provides good protection against the ground’s cold and unevenness. There are both self-inflating pads and ones you blow up yourself.

Synthetic or Down Sleeping Bag

The sleeping bag must also be adapted to the season. A three-season sleeping bag works during all seasons except winter, unless you’re hiking in southern Sweden during summer. In that case, a summer sleeping bag might be more appropriate. Sleeping bags can be filled with synthetic material or down. Synthetic is cheaper and handles wet environments, while down sleeping bags are perfect if you want one that packs small and weighs little.

Cooking Equipment

Being able to brew a cup of coffee and eat a warm meal adds a golden touch to the hike. A simple storm cooker with an accompanying pot doesn’t weigh much and is in most cases worth bringing. Storm cookers run on petrol, propane, alcohol, or multi-fuel, so make sure you bring enough fuel for the entire hike.

Extra Clothes and Microfiber Towel

Extra socks and a t-shirt are a must, as you’ll get sweaty and may also get wet from rain and terrain. Bringing a quick-drying towel that takes up little space also lets you cool off in streams you pass.

First Aid Kit and Insect Repellent

Accidents happen on hikes, and it’s best to be prepared. A first aid kit doesn’t take much space but can bandage irritating small wounds and save lives if things go really wrong. Also pack insect repellent, which is needed in large parts of the country during spring, summer, and early fall.