höstlovet

Höstlovet, commonly shortened to höstlov, is the autumn school holiday in Sweden. It marks a break in the regular teaching schedule for students and teachers and is one of several scheduled holidays in the Swedish school year. It is not a nationwide public holiday, but rather a break determined by local education authorities and school calendars.

Timing and duration: The dates are set by each municipality and school district, so they vary across the country. The break generally occurs in late October or early November and lasts one week. In some municipalities it may last two weeks. The exact dates are published in local school calendars.

Activities and impact: Many families use höstlovet for travel, visits to relatives, or participation in cultural and recreational events. Schools may offer optional activities or study days, and cultural institutions, museums, parks, and other venues often adjust programs to accommodate families during the week.

Context and terminology: Höstlov reflects the autumn season in Sweden. The term is widely used in education and media. Similar autumn breaks exist in other Nordic countries under different names, such as høstferie in Norway, illustrating a regional pattern of autumn holidays within the region.

See also: In Sweden, school holidays include several breaks throughout the year, such as höstlov, sportlov, and jullov, embedded in the broader Swedish education calendar.