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Sweden

Divesites
86
Centers
14
Courses & Events
53
Wildlife
12
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Explore Sweden

Sweden, officially known as the Kingdom of Sweden, is a Nordic country located in Northern Europe. It is the third largest country in the European Union by area and has a population of over 10 million. Sweden is known for its beautiful landscapes, forests, lakes, and coastlines. It is also famous for its culture, with notable contributions to music, literature, and film. Sweden has a high standard of living, a strong welfare state, and is often ranked as one of the world’s most sustainable and prosperous countries.

Power Plug Type
C, F
Payment Method
VISA, MC, Cir, Plus, Barc
Tipping
5–10% / Service Staff / Tipping is appreciated for good service but not expected, as service charges are typically included.
Currency
SEK
Dial Code
+46
Electricity
230V / 50Hz
Time
UTC+1, UTC+2

Courses and Events

Scuba Skills Update - copied

DEROSTING DIVES / SSI Scuba Review The world's most popular dive training organization, SSI and Växjödyksport of course offer de-rusting dives! Good for those who haven't dived in a while Location: Växjö Rental equipment included if you do not have your own (preferably that you have your own ABC kit such as mask, snorkel and fins) otherwise we have a very good kit for sale) With tag bath clothes and towel for the dive 899: - in pool dive, or 1200: - out in the lake near Växjö Book your place today: call 0470-268 20 / 076 - 247 40 47 We have the opportunity to organize activity every pool occasion or out during certain times of the year so check out the course start schedule / calendar General course information Have you not dived for a while or do you simply want to update your knowledge before the dive season starts? Then we can of course offer a Scuba Review, or in short a "de-rusting dive". During this program you will go through the most important skills and get the opportunity to regain the "dive feeling" under professional supervision in a controlled environment. This program is ideal before the dive trip, certified in another diving environment, or when purchasing new equipment etc. Price: 899: - - in pool dive, or 1200: - out in the lake near Växjö (with more people when diving in the lake, the price is 899: - after the first person, extra if we go further from Växjö.) Do you want to start NOW or just buy the course material? You Register / log in at the link below and enter your name and email address and you will receive your digital course material incl certificate fee within 24 hours of Växjö Dive Sport receiving payment. Payment is made via Swish0762474047 or bankgiro 5824-2900. Registration fee SEK 595 (part of the course price when you attend a course at VäxjöDyksport).

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Top Wildlife Sightings in Sweden

Sweden’s seas host cod, flatfish, herring, and wrasse, often around kelp forests and wrecks. Seals are a common highlight, especially in the Baltic, while porpoises are occasionally spotted in summer. Sharks and rays are rare but possible offshore.

In freshwater lakes, divers can expect pike, perch, and zander. Large catfish may appear in southern waters, while spawning activity in spring brings shoals of bream and roach. Visibility is best in colder months, though summer diving offers warmer but murkier conditions.

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species: 600

Wrasse

54 Sightings
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11
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15
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11
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Total number of species: 600

Crayfish

1k Sightings
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4
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12
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32
M
76
J
115
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236
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216
S
142
O
120
N
46
D
11

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Total number of species: 7000

Crab

835 Sightings
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6
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8
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24
A
54
M
60
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53
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194
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204
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166
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48
N
6
D
12

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Total number of species: 3

Perch

754 Sightings
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2
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1
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5
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14
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39
J
93
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188
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134
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125
O
109
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41
D
3

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Total number of species: 55

Lobster

457 Sightings
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2
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4
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5
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28
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40
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118
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129
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93
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18
N
12
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3

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Total number of species: 19

Bass

232 Sightings
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5
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10
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10
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60
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53
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40
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21
O
11
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11
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9

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Total number of species: 3400

Shrimp

142 Sightings
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3
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8
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18
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15
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0
J
1
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35
S
25
O
18
N
8
D
5

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Total number of species: 120

Flounder

101 Sightings
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3
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4
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22
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13
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11
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21
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24
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1
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2
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Total number of species: 22

Cod

87 Sightings
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1
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1
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7
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31
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31
O
11
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0
D
4

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Total number of species: 130

Pipefish

81 Sightings
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1
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2
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3
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4
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1
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17
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19
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17
O
10
N
5
D
1

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Total number of species: 3000

Nudibranch

79 Sightings
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4
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0
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6
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19
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3
J
3
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28
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4
S
10
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0
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2
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0

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Total number of species: 60

Spiny Lobster

52 Sightings
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3
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2
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3
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26
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4
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9
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3
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2