All set for a Swedish midsummer road trip

Midsummer – or midsommar as we say in Sweden – is one of the most important holidays of the Swedish calendar year. In this part of the northern hemisphere, we can’t wait to leave the cold, dark winter behind and welcome the arrival of long, light-filled summer days. This summer solstice celebration is all about joy, life and age-old traditions.

You’ve got the food: everyone has their favourites, but on 99 out of 100 midsommar tables, you’ll find some variation of pickled herring, new potatoes, sour cream, chives and strawberries. Flowers are everywhere, the maypole stands tall, and while spirits are high, there’s always that quiet anticipation and slight dread of the first drop of rain. Because a truly warm, dry and sunny Midsummer’s Eve is rare; when it happens, it becomes the kind of day people talk about for years.

It’s a time when Swedes come together, and that often means travelling. Heading to summer houses in the countryside, visiting friends in the next town over, or returning to the family home. So while you might not share the same context or traditions around midsommar, it’s still a moment you can take inspiration from. A reminder to gather with your people, get out on the road, and make the most of the light.

Accessories for your needs

For your midsommar road trip, you might need some help to make the most of your Volvo car. That’s where our useful range of accessories comes in, designed to make every journey a little easier, more comfortable and better suited to the moment.

Take our dog cage, for example. It offers a safe, secure way to travel with your dog – thoughtfully designed with adjustable depth to fit several Volvo models, and with space left over for your luggage. It meets Volvo’s strict safety standards and has been crash-tested in real Volvo cars at our own test facility.

Our range of bike racks makes it easy to transport one to four bikes, so you can explore new roads and trails once you arrive. And if you’re heading for the water, a folding kayak holder lets you carry your kayak with confidence, before folding neatly away when not in use.

Compatible with a few of our electric cars, a vehicle-to-load (V2L) adapter lets your car double as a power source. Whether you’re charging an e-bike or running camping equipment, you can use your car’s battery wherever you are.

And if you want to take the experience even further, a roof tent turns your Volvo into a place to stay. Designed and tested for all seasons, it offers space for two to three people, a flat sleeping surface with a comfortable mattress, and a panoramic window that keeps you close to nature. Easy to mount and quick to unfold – plus, it’s built to handle changing weather.

Ready for the road

Our accessories are designed to help you bring everything you need, whether you’re packing up for a weekend in the countryside or heading out for a day by the coast. Roof boxes and load carriers give you flexibility, while practical additions like floor mats, sunshades and organisers help keep things tidy inside the car.

Check out our huge range of accessories below and make sure you’re ready for your next adventure.