Hi – I’m Walther. I grew up in Krefeld, Germany, and Sweden has been my home since 1997. I run this site to share the practical, personal tips I wish I’d had before I arrived – the small, local things that make a trip to Sweden feel effortless and memorable.
A bit about my sites: The German sister site, Schwedentipps.se, has been online since 2008. Swedentips.se is the English-language companion where I pass on the same experience to English-speaking travellers. I’ve been running the English site for around 15 years, constantly updating it from the road.
Most of the photos you’ll see here were taken on trips with my children, and many articles come from my own journeys – day trips, longer stays and the small discoveries in between. I live in Halmstad on Sweden’s west coast, and I spend as much time outdoors as possible.
Close, personal, and practical
My approach is simple: close, personal, and practical. I don’t write from guidebooks – I write from experience. I travel independently and incognito, I don’t accept free hotel nights or press trips, and I avoid aggressive advertising so I can stay honest and flexible in my recommendations.
Everything on this site is free to read. If my work helps you plan a trip, please consider using the booking links on the site – you’ll pay the same price, and those small commissions keep the site running and let me explore more places for you.
Got a question about a destination, a hotel, or a tour? Ask away – I’m happy to help. I usually reply within two or three days.
Need a starting point? Read my “Sweden 101”: 15 Essential Sweden Travel Tips – A 2026 Insider Guide.
Safe travels – and enjoy Sweden!
Walther
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/walther-plette/
