Mosquitoes and ticks
How to keep your pitch mosquito-free and what to know about TBE
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Mosquitoes and ticks
Summer in the north also means mosquitoes. Especially in June and July in northern Finland and Sweden there can be plenty of them. And there are ticks in the woods and long grass. A few smart habits keep the bother to a minimum.
Researched by Arjan from Zuidlaren, so you don’t have to · Sources: Folkhälsomyndigheten, Folkhälsomyndigheten · updated 24 October 2026 · About this page
- June and July: lots of mosquitoes in the north
- Mosquito net, long sleeves and a spot in the wind
- TBE: read Folkhälsomyndigheten’s advice
Mosquitoes
🦟 Mosquitoes
In northern Finland there are lots of mosquitoes in June and July; see also our best time to travel.
What helps: a spot with a bit of wind, long sleeves in the evening, insect repellent and a head net. Keep the tent closed and preferably don’t pitch right next to still water. A mosquito net is on our packing list too.
Ticks
🕷️ Ticks and TBE
Ticks can transmit TBE (tick-borne encephalitis). Folkhälsomyndigheten in Sweden recommends vaccination for anyone likely to get many tick bites in a risk area, and keeps a map of risk areas. (source: Folkhälsomyndigheten, Folkhälsomyndigheten)
If you’re unsure about vaccination, talk to your GP or a travel clinic. Check yourself and the children for ticks every evening.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When are there the most mosquitoes?
In northern Finland in June and July. A windy spot, long sleeves and a mosquito net help.
Should I get vaccinated against TBE?
Folkhälsomyndigheten recommends vaccination for anyone likely to get many tick bites in a risk area. Talk to your GP or a travel clinic.
Accountability
📚 Sources
Every number and every rule on this page comes from a source. Here they all are in one place, checked on 24 October 2026. We only mention prices if the provider publishes them itself; otherwise we refer you to the official website.
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- folkhalsomyndigheten.se: Folkhälsomyndigheten: vaccination mot TBE
- folkhalsomyndigheten.se: Folkhälsomyndigheten: riskområden för TBE
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