With rich history, vibrant traditions, and glorious nature everywhere you look, Sweden is made for road trips. The country’s comprehensive network of highways and secondary roads is well maintained, and even dirt roads tend for the most part to be relatively smooth gravel and dust rather than suspension-jolting rutted tracks. While many attractions are accessible by public transportation, one of the joys of a Swedish road trip is all the unexpected discoveries along the way, from secluded lakes to endless views, charming cities and towns, to archaeological sites dating back a thousand years. Here are nine driving routes that showcase the best of Sweden.