Flag of Sweden: Colours, Meaning and Facts
Quick facts
- Region
- Europe
- Capital
- Stockholm
- Adopted
- 22 Jun 1906
- Layout
- cross
Colour breakdown
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Meaning & symbolism
The Nordic cross represents Christianity. Yellow and blue come from the national coat of arms.
Legend says a golden cross appeared in the sky to King Eric IX before battle — the flag's inspiration.
Region & capital
Sweden sits in Europe — Northern Europe. Its capital is Stockholm.
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Frequently asked
- What are the colours on the flag of Sweden?
- Sweden's flag uses blue, yellow. The Nordic cross represents Christianity. Yellow and blue come from the national coat of arms.
- When was the flag of Sweden adopted?
- The current flag was adopted on 22 June 1906.
- What is the capital of Sweden?
- The capital is Stockholm.
- Which flags look similar to Sweden's?
- Commonly confused with NO, FI, IS, DK. See the similar-flags rail below.
