
Karlstad Travel Guide
Sweden
Karlstad is a city of 61,492 people in central Sweden. It sits in the country’s Central European Time zone and is served by Karlstad Airport (KSD).
There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of Karlstad, so the city is not a base for visiting a nearby named beach. Plan your visit around the city and the wider central Swedish setting instead.
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Population
Weather in Karlstad
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Know before you go
Pays in SEK
Plug type Type C & Type F (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 112
Dial code +46
Tipping: Tipping is not as widespread or expected in Sweden as it is in some other countries, such as the United States. However, it is appreciated for good service.
Best time to visit Karlstad
Jan
0°12Feb
2°10Mar
5°11Apr
10°11May
17°7Jun
20°12Jul
21°18Aug
19°17Sep
17°11Oct
10°13Nov
4°10Dec
2°12Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in Karlstad
Klarälven
historic site
1.7 km
Diocese of Karlstad
christian place of worship
2.5 km
Värmlands Museum
history museum
2 km
Tingvalla Isstadion
hockey arena
2.1 km
Mariebergsskogen
park
3.8 km
Wermland Opera
opera and ballet
2.4 km
Wennbergsparken
park
3.1 km
Fredsmonumentet
monument
2.4 km
Getting there
Karlstad Airport · 5.2 km
Frequently asked Questions
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