Best Time to Visit

Karlstad

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Best Time to Visit

For those seeking the enchantment of the long and dark Swedish winter and the allure of snowy landscapes, the colder months provide a magical setting. On the other hand, warmer seasons, particularly in summer, beckon outdoor enthusiasts with the promise of vibrant landscapes. July and August mark the peak of summer, with temperatures seldom exceeding 20C, providing a comfortable climate for exploring the city and its surroundings.

Useful Information

Tourist Information

Airport

Karlstad Airport (KSD) is located 18 km northwest of Karlstad. Travellers can opt to either rent a car or take a taxi to the city centre. The travel time is estimated to be about 20 …

Passport/Visa

Sweden can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of most European countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your …

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

For those seeking the enchantment of the long and dark Swedish winter and the allure of snowy landscapes, the colder months provide a magical setting. On the other hand, warmer seasons, particularly in summer, beckon outdoor enthusiasts with the promise of vibrant landscapes. July and August mark the peak of summer, with temperatures seldom …

Post

In Sweden, supermarkets, newsagents, and petrol stations act like postal service agents. Here you will be able to buy stamps, envelopes and many more postal services that are …

Public Transport

Public Transport

You can’t miss the bright orange local buses with the sun emblazoned on the side here in Karlstad. Karlstad has a great bus network and tickets can be bought at the ticket vending machines, on your mobile, at the Karlstad tourist office, or Pressbyrån shops. The bus is a great way of getting around …

Bus & Train

You can easily travel to Karlstad from Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Oslo by train and bus. There are also good links between Karlstad and other major cities in …

Boat Buses

There are frequent water buses around the waterways of Karlstad and Lake Vänern in June, July, and August. The ticket fare is the same as for the regular local …

Taxi

Taxi City Karlstad +46 54 18 02 00 Taxi Solsta +46 54 10 01 …

Pharmacy

Apoteket Örnen Järnvägsgatan 2 +46 771 45 04 50 Open Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm, Sun 11am–4pm Apoteket Mitt i City Järnvägsgatan 14 +46 771 45 04 50 Open Mon–Fri 10am–7pm, Sat 10am–5pm, Sun …

Electricity

Standard voltage is 230 volt / 50 hz and plugs and sockets are type …

Telephone

Country code: +46 Area code Karlstad: …

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