Northern lights
All the latest news, tips and essential information on the Aurora Borealis otherwise known as the Northern Lights.
How to take the best pictures of the Northern Lights
The Northern Lights season is here. Taking these pictures is an art itself and requires preparation, so The Local spoke to an expert to find out how to take awe-inspiring snaps of the natural phenomenon.
Why 2025 will be a great year for viewing Northern Lights in Sweden and Norway
If you're willing to travel in 2025 to witness a special Northern Lights display, Norway and Sweden should be among your top viewing destinations. Here are some of the best spots to go to.
When will you next get to see the Northern Lights in Sweden?
Have you ever seen the Northern Lights? Here's how to increase your chances of spotting them.
Reader photo of the week: Northern Lights season gets under way in Sweden
Every week, The Local invites readers to submit their pictures to our photo competition, to bring our audience together from all parts of Sweden.
Why 2024 is a great year for the Northern Lights in Sweden
Lapland tour operator Chad Blakley says the Northern Lights are stronger than they have been for a decade.
Sweden's sky lights up with northern lights research
Scientists in Sweden put on a light show in the night sky on Thursday, releasing material from a sounding rocket to research the spectacular northern lights phenomena.
SWEDEN IN PICTURES: Your best Northern Lights snaps
The Aurora Borealis was out in full force in Sweden this week, as were The Local's readers, who sent us these pictures of the dazzling phenomenon from Kiruna to Kullaberg.
Spectacular Northern Lights light up Sweden – from north to south
Stunning displays of the Northern Lights have been dazzling Swedish skies for the past couple of days – even all the way down to Malmö.
Taking pictures of the Northern Lights: 10 expert photography tips
Taking pictures of the Aurora Borealis is an art in itself and requires preparation, so The Local spoke to Abisko-based photographer Chad Blakley about how to take awe-inspiring snaps of the Northern Lights. Watch the video in the article.
In Pictures: Webcam captures stunning Northern Lights in Sweden
Aurora-gazers in the far north of Sweden were treated to a dazzling show as spectacular Northern Lights lit up the skies late on Wednesday. But if you missed them, fear not – here are some of the best pictures.
Instagram magic: Spectacular Northern Lights dance across Swedish skies
Did you miss the dazzling show of the Northern Lights? Here are some of the best depictions of the spectacular phenomenon by amateurs and professional photographers.
IN PICTURES: Spectacular light display in skies above northern Sweden
Aurora-gazers in the far north of Sweden were treated to a truly incredible sight on the early hours of Saturday morning.
Six Swiss nationals die in road crash in Sweden
Six Swiss nationals were killed in a road accident in Sweden's far north when the minibus they were in collided with a truck, Swedish police and Swiss officials said on Sunday.
WATCH: Spectacular real time video of Northern Lights over Swedish Lapland
A photographer in northern Sweden has captured a spectacular real time video of a geomagnetic storm over Lapland, showing the Northern Lights in full force.
In pictures: Northern Lights dance across Swedish sky
Sweden was treated to a spectacular display of Northern Lights last night, with many photographers posting snaps of the dazzling lights on social media.
Spectacular Northern Lights dazzle northern Sweden
Spectacular Northern Lights lit up parts of Sweden over the weekend. Social media was awash with beautiful depictions of the dazzling show.
Did the Northern Lights cause this weird sound in Sweden?
A group of photographers in northern Sweden who help tourists experience one of the world's most beautiful natural phenomena believe they may have captured the first audio of a sound created by the Aurora Borealis, better known as the Northern Lights.
Why Brits and Germans can't get enough of northern Sweden
The number of British tourists travelling to Sweden's northernmost county has doubled since 2010, according to the regional tourist board. And it's not the only nationality on the increase.
Incredible time-lapse video of Northern Lights in Stockholm
Watch the Northern Lights make a rare and dazzling appearance in the sky over Stockholm.
Seven stunning Northern Lights snaps from Sweden
The Northern Lights were out in full force in Sweden over the weekend. Check out some of the best Instagram photos here.
Where to see the Northern Lights in Sweden
Ever dreamed of seeing the Northern Lights? If you're in Sweden this week, you're in luck, as there is a chance that the phenomenon will be visible in rare spots like Malmö in the far south of the country.
Spectacular photos show stunning Sweden at night
Andreas Joakimson from the Jönköping area of southern Sweden takes his camera with him everywhere. And with skills like his, we can see why.
'Overjoyed' Swedish snapper captures this shooting star
Hobby photographer Johan Vilhelm Löfgren headed out to snap the Northern Lights, but instead got the celestial surprise of his life.