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Göta Canal - one of Sweden's most popular tourist destinations

There is something special about winter along Göta Canal - when the cold bites the cheeks and everything you hear is the creaking of winter boots on snow. Welcome to experience true winter joy!

More than 200 years of history, 58 locks, boats, stunningly beautiful landscapes, Swedish culture and traditions, culinary delights, exercise and relaxation. Welcome to the Göta Canal, the Swedish Construction of the Millennium! Regardless of which season you choose for your Göta Canal visit; unforgettable experiences await you.

Walk alongside the Göta Canal, rent a bicycle and cycle the canalside towpath, take a boat trip through the picturesque landscape, visit one of the cosy cafés and feel the presence of more than 200 years of Göta Canal history.

Winter along the Göta Canal.

Winter along the Göta Canal is something special. The towpaths are covered with snow and the trees of the allée glisten white. Here you will find everything from unique Christmas smorgasbords to annual Christmas markets and New Year’s packages.

To do along the canal

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A classic holiday trip, the Göta Canal is 190 km of experiences! Anything could await on the famous canal. What we can promise is an adventure full of gorgeous countryside, small-town idylls, great food, new encounters, peace and quiet and teamwork.

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Experience one day along the Göta Canal

We have time for each other and to just unwind

The Vikander family returns to the Göta Canal every year.

On a roll with the family

The two days along the Göta Canal, turned out to be the holiday´s best.

A beautiful story

Göta Canal has a long and exciting history which has touched many throughout the years. Please, read more here about our historical herritage and our founder, Baltzar von Platen. Read more

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