Glad påsk! The sun is shining (when it’s not raining), flowers are starting to bloom, and it’s really starting to feel like spring! This Sunday is Easter (Påsk), one of my favourite holidays to celebrate, and so I thought I’d reminisce a bit and talk about how it’s celebrated in Sweden!
Påsk has pretty much become a secular holiday in Sweden, and most people celebrate the day at home with family and friends. The majority of shops, schools, banks and offices close for the long weekend as people take the opportunity to slow down, relax and enjoy the beginnings of spring.
While many Swedes celebrate elements of Easter familiar to many other parts of the world – chocolate, eggs, rabbits, chicks – there are definitely a few traditions that are a little (okay a lot) less common outside this Scandinavian country.
Wondering how you can celebrate Easter like the Swedish? Keep scrolling!
Julia
I learned so much through your post! Decorating with feathers is so lovely. What a great idea! I wish we did this where I live too. Thank you for sharing this 🙂
And have a great Easter weekend!
Julia x
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emilyanywhere
Thanks Julia! I think it’s such a fun tradition as well 🙂
Thanks for reading and commenting!
Emily xx
Dianne Low
Thanks Emily
Another enjoyable, educational , entertaining
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emilyanywhere
Thanks for reading and commenting Dianne!
Emily x