The Swedish Allemansrätt: An Embodiment of Swedishness

Abstract: The aim of this thesis is to broaden the understanding of the Swedish “allemansrätten” as a cultural phenomenon and embodiment of Swedishness. The complications regarding the translation of concepts as well as problems in the general understanding of this public right will be brought to the reader’s attention. Neighbouring countries have been used for comparison as well as different perceptions of nature. Swedish identity and linguistic uniqueness cast a light on the importance of nature to them and for individuals' access to it.