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The right to common access was
enshrined in the Swedish constitution
in 1994, but the concept has been around
since the middle ages. There was a shortage
of pizzerias during that time, and
travellers passing through Småland’s forests
often took advantage of nearby hazelnuts
to supplement their packed
lunch. You were allowed to pick a single
handful of hazelnuts, but no more!
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Customs
of this sort survived for hundreds
of years and are possibly behind the
right to common access we have today.
Allemansrätt is frequently viewed as
part of our cultural heritage and some
even consider it a national symbol.
Below you find some advice about common access
during your stay in Sjuhärad
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Staying in the nature -
on and around the water
When you set out to explore Sjuhärad’s
100s of lakes and watercourses
by boat or canoe, perhaps to fish, or
simply to enjoy the outdoors, it is
always a good idea to consider the
following:
You are allowed to travel
by boat or canoe almost anywhere
and you can pull up and moor,
swim, even stay a few nights in
your boat at any point along the
shoreline, provided the site isn’t
connected to a private dwelling. People
with houses near to the water
ought to be able to enjoy them
without disturbance, and you
should show these areas the same
respect you would a private garden.
You are not forbidden to moor
alongside or bathe at jetties, although
whoever owns the jetty
should not be prevented from using
it of course.
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Travelling in nature -
by bike or foot
There are a many attractive cycle
paths and footpaths to choose from
in the Sjuhärad area. If you want to
use them in a correct and sustainable
way it is worth remembering
the following:
You are allowed to
cycle in rough terrain and on private
roads, but avoid cycling or walking
through private gardens, planted
areas or over ground that can be
easily damaged. Adjust your route
depen-
ding on how you are travelling
so that you avoid causing any
unnecessary damage. Cycling on exercise
tracks and footpaths is not
forbidden by law but remember
that these routes are designed for
walkers.
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Lighting fires
ampfires add spice to the outdoor
experience and, as long as you are
careful, there is nothing to prevent
you building a small fire. However,
ensure that you choose an appropriate
site where there is no risk of the
campfire spreading or damaging the
ground or vegetation. Areas of sand
or gravel are usually the most suitable
areas on which to build your
fire. Fallen twigs, branches and cones
that you find on the ground
provide the best fuel. It is forbidden
to cut down trees or bushes, or to
use twigs and branches from living
trees. In the case of increased fire
risk due to dry weather or other reasons,
the County Administration or
local emergency services (Fire
Corps) will issue a campfire ban. Information
about increased fire risks
is provided in local radio news and
traffic reports and many local authorities
also provide a telephone
service where you can get further
information.
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