How is Easter celebrated in Sweden?

In this week's Sweden in Focus Extra, Jonas Engman from the Nordic Museum gives us the lowdown on Swedish Easter traditions.

Published: 27 March 2024 09:08 CET

Children dress up as Easter witches in Sweden. Photo: Lena Granefelt/imagebank.sweden.se

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Host Paul O’Mahony is joined by Jonas Engman from the Nordic Museum who tells us all about Easter in Sweden, from why children dress up as witches to why homes are decorated with twigs and feathers.

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