GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Sweden
Sweden occupies much of the eastern Scandinavian Peninsula. Its long Baltic coastline, northern forests and southern agricultural lowlands contrast with the mountains along Norway.
Fast Facts
- Stockholm lies on the Baltic-facing side.
- Lake Vänern is Sweden’s largest lake and drains through the Göta älv.
- Forests, iron-ore districts and hydropower are important geographical foundations of economic activity.
Connected lessons
- SwedenCountry profile
Geographical connections
- NorwayBorders
- FinlandBorders
- Scandinavian countriesRelated places