Packing list for Winter trips in Central Sweden
Packing for a Swedish winter may look complicated, but the most important thing is to dress in several layers. You do not need expensive expedition clothing or particular brands.
We provide snowshoes and headlamps. Insulated winter boots are available to rent when you book.
What will the weather be like?
During most winters we have a snow cover from the end of November until mid March. However, the changing climate brings milder temperatures and the weather has become more unpredictable. During the coldest period in December and January we expect temperatures between -0 C to -15°C (32°F to 5°F) but it may well drop to -20°C (-4°F).
PROVIDED BY WILDSWEDEN
Snowshoes
Headlamp
Woodcarving equipment
Insulated winter boots if added when booking. If you rent boots from us, we will ask for your shoe size before the tour.
Recommended packing list
Make sure you stay warm during the entire trip. This guide describes how you can dress for our Winter trips in Central Sweden. Our best advice is to bring several layers of warm, comfortable inner wear such as long johns, long sleeved shirts, jumpers and trousers.
BAGs
You can travel with a suitcase, backpack or duffel bag. Your main luggage stays at the hotels and does not need to be carried during the excursions. Bring a small daypack for water, extra clothing and personal belongings during the day.
Feet
Thin wool or synthetic socks
Thick wool socks
At least one spare pair
Warm winter boots, unless you rent them from us. Your boots should have enough room for warm socks without feeling tight. Tight boots make your feet colder.
LOWER BODY
Base layer: long johns (wool or synthetic)
Middle layer: heavy wool (wool terry) or fleece trousers.
Outer layer: trekking or skiing trousers. If these are insulated you don’t need the middle layer.
Optional: snow gaiters. Will prevent snow entering your boots. Not needed if your outer layer trousers are tights around your ankle.
UPPER BODY
Base layer: long sleeved top or thermal base layer (wool or synthetic)
Middle layer: wool or fleece jacket
Outer layer: insulated jacket that protects you from wind, preferably hooded
Optional: Extra packable down jacket for when we are standing still
HEAD & HANDS
Winter hat: insulated that covers your ears. If you have a hooded jacket you can be fine with a thin hat
Inner mittens or gloves: liner mittens or gloves to wear inside your mittens
Mittens: gloves with thumbs, preferably oversized. We don’t recommend finger gloves as they are not as warm
Balaclava or buff (neck gaiter)
OTHER EQUIPMENT
Swimwear for the outdoor sauna and optional ice bathing. Towels are available from the hotel.
Small daypack for extra clothing, lunch, snacks and personal belongings
Thermos or insulated drinking bottle
ALSO REMEMBER
Credit card: You won’t need cash, most cards are accepted
Passport: Check validity
Train/airline ticket: Check so that you arrive in time
Phone + charger
Electricity adapter: Sweden uses the Europlug (type C and F) and 230 volts
Travel insurance: Usually included in your house insurance
Optional
Camera and spare batteries
Slippers or indoor shoes
Personal medicines
A book, journal or small game
Your favourite snacks
