Roundabouts in Sweden
Vehicles already inside the roundabout have priority over those entering. When approaching:
- Slow down and check for circulating traffic
- Give way to traffic from the left (already in the roundabout)
- Enter only when there is a safe gap
- Signal right when about to exit
- Give way to pedestrians and cyclists at the exit
Multi-Lane Roundabouts
- First exit or going straight — approach in the left lane
- Exit to the right — approach in the right lane
- Stay in your lane throughout; signal when exiting
Unmarked Intersections
When no signs are present, apply the give-way-to-the-right rule. The driver approaching from the left gives way.
T-Junctions
The road that ends (the bottom of the T) gives way to the through road. This may be marked by a give-way sign, a stop sign, or painted give-way lines on the road surface.
Merging on Motorways
- When joining, match your speed to traffic already on the motorway
- Give way to traffic in the nearside lane — do not force your way in
- Use the full length of the acceleration lane before merging
Zip Merging
When two lanes merge into one (lane reduction), alternate one vehicle at a time from each lane. Do not block the merging lane early — join at the merge point.
Key Takeaways
- Inside the roundabout = priority; entering = give way
- No signs at a junction → give way to the right
- The road that ends always gives way at T-junctions
- Motorway merging: match speed, find a gap, do not force