Does Sweden have freedom of religion?

Since 1951, freedom of religion has been enshrined in Swedish law and studies have shown that in today’s Sweden a strong majority answer positively when asked if everyone should have the right to practise their religion freely.

What is the most common religion in Sweden?

Religion in Sweden

• Church of Sweden (56.4\%)
• Other Protestants (3.4\%)
• Eastern Orthodox Churches (1.7\%)
• Catholic Church (1.2\%)
• Other Christian denominations (0.3\%)
• Islam (1.9\%)
• Other religions (0.3\%)
• Unaffiliated (34.8\%)

What is the Swedish culture like?

The Culture of Sweden One of the key characteristics of Swedish culture is that Swedes are egalitarian in nature, humble and find boasting absolutely unacceptable. In many ways, Swedes prefer to listen to others as opposed to ensuring that their own voice is heard. When speaking, Swedes speak softly and calmly.

What is the climate of Sweden?

Winter and summer temperature differences in Sweden are extreme, but generally the country enjoys a temperate climate, thanks to the Gulf Stream. Above the Arctic Circle, winter is severe with temperatures going below -30°C, while summer temperatures here, and in the rest of the country, regularly hit +20°C.

What happens if you get caught with alcohol in Sweden?

But in many cases the police simply confiscates the drink and pours it out. If you want to drive a car, be aware that the legal blood alcohol limit in Sweden is 0,2 per mill ( Swedens’ alcohol law, alkohollag ). If you have 0,3 or more, the police will take your drivers license for up to one year.

What is the legal limit for drunk driving in Sweden?

Drunk driving law. If you want to drive a car, be aware that the legal blood alcohol limit in Sweden is 0,2 per mill (Swedens’ alcohol law, alkohollag). If you have 0,3 or more, the police will take your drivers license for up to one year.

What is the drinking culture like in Sweden?

Skål! – Drinking culture in Sweden. Swedes have different patterns when it comes to consumption of alcohol than, say, Germans have. During the week, or the days before work, it is rather uncommon in Sweden to drink a glass of wine or bottle of beer in the evening.

Do Swedes feel pressure to drink alcohol?

Many Swedes feel the pressure of having to drink alcohol to be able to go out, be social and party. They consider party = drinking. Going to a Swedish night club without being at least a little tipsy is almost unimaginable for many Swedes.