Traveling to Scandinavia by train: Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen, and Lapland from France (2026 guide)
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Published on 2/17/26, modified on 4/3/26
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Want to discover Suède differently? The country’s famed archipelago, with its shimmering islands and winding waterways, invites a fresh perspective. Good news, Suède is accessible from France by train to Copenhagen, then a short train across the Øresund Bridge to Malmö, or by train to Gothenburg and onward to Stockholm. From Stockholm you can hop on a train to Gothenburg, Malmö, Uppsala, or venture north to Kiruna and the Lapland wilderness. Here’s our guide to Suède, car‑free and flight‑free.
From France, the most straightforward way is by train. Take a long‑distance service from Paris to Copenhagen via Hamburg, then cross the Øresund Bridge on a Swedish train to Malmö. From Malmö you can head to Stockholm, Gothenburg or further north to Kiruna. Alternatively, a direct train to Gothenburg from Paris via Brussels and Cologne lets you explore western Sweden before heading east to Stockholm. All routes use the extensive Swedish rail network, which offers night trains and high‑speed connections between major cities.
In Suède, there's something for everyone: the bustling streets of Stockholm with its historic Gamla Stan and the modern design of Malmö, the vibrant harbor of Gothenburg, and the snow‑capped peaks of Åre for skiing. The archipelago around Stockholm offers serene boat trips and quaint villages, while the northern Lapland invites you to witness the midnight sun and the Northern Lights. A culinary highlight is the classic Swedish fika with fresh pastries and coffee, paired with hearty meatballs. This is a perfect train itinerary in Suède, to be discovered through its cities and wide open spaces, and alway...
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