King Carl XVI Gustaf took his three children, and his two future sons-in-law for a walk through a forest near Solliden Palace on the island of Oland earlier today. He allowed the media to photograph the 50 minute walk. 
But this wasn’t for a summer photoshoot. It was done to show there is not sibling rivalry between Crown Princess Victoria and Princess Madeleine.
The Swedish media often portrays the two sisters as rivals. This speculation has increased with the recent announcement of Madeleine’s engagement to Jonas Bergstrom. Some wondered if the announcement directed attention away from Victoria’s upcoming nuptials to Daniel Westling, thus “stealing” her happiness.
It is understood that King Carl Gustaf despises reports that his two daughters are at each other’s throats. That is why he arranged today’s documented walk. It was the first time the King allowed the media to photograph a private moment with his family.
The King walked in front, with his three children – included the single Prince Carl Phillip – and their fiancees behind him. It was a simple yet assertive move to show that despite what the press claims, the Swedish royal family is a close one.
