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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Heavy Traffic Expected During Midsummer

Published: 2024-06-20

Midsummer is one of the busiest times on Swedish roads, with between 2.5 to 3 million vehicles traveling.

Key highways, especially around Stockholm, and routes including the E6, E22, and E4, experience heavy traffic.

Thursday evening and Midsummer Eve are peak times, often leading to long queues.

Travelers are advised to stay calm and rested, as both road and rail traffic surge with packed trains.

Traffic officials emphasize making the journey part of the celebration to ensure safety.