Right of public access

The right of public access is a unique opportunity based on taking shared responsibility. We exercise the right of public access when we show consideration for animals, nature, landowners, and fellow human beings.

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Thanks to the right of public access, we can move freely in nature, pick berries and mushrooms, and spend a night or two in a tent almost anywhere. It belongs to everyone and welcomes both you with well-trodden hiking boots and you who prefer to walk in sneakers.

It’s simply just a matter of thanking – and enjoying sunsets in the front row, a taste of the first autumn blueberries, and the opportunity to breathe forest air during lunch. Regardless of the activity, nature does good.

The right of public access entails both rights and responsibilities. Here you will find information about the opportunities the right of public access gives us and how we can practice it by showing consideration and respect. It is easy to exercise the right of public access!

           7 ways to do right in nature

  • Always pack a bag with you

    Make sure to bring a bag where you can collect all the trash from the trip to then take it home and dispose of it properly.

  • Be ready for the emergency

    Always carry a small shovel with you to be able to bury your poop when you’re out in nature.

  • Check out animals from a safe distance

    Reindeer and other wild animals may be disturbed if you get too close, so bring binoculars.

  • Packaging dieting

    Replace plastic bag with beeswax wrap or reusable lunch box, tampons with menstrual cup, and wet wipes with soap and towel.

  • Bring your own firewood

    If you plan to make a campfire, remember to bring your own wood.

  • Keep an eye on whether it is dry in the forest and fields

    If the ground is dry, pack food that does not require fire for cooking to reduce the risk of forest fires.

  • Check what applies right where you will be hiking

    Keep in mind that there are often specific rules and guidelines that apply in national parks and nature reserves.

The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency