Post season on the Göta Canal The post season is here. At the Göta Canal this means that all traffic travel in convoys with other boats on a set itinerary. You will know in advance which dates you travel which sections and where to stop for the night. Book your ticket 5 days in advance. Pleasure boat

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

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.

Recharge your batteries with some cycling!

Book a cycling package that will take you along Sweden’s longest allée of trees. See the shape and colours of the landscape slowly changing as you pedal along our car-free towpath.

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Göta Canal + Camper = True

Summer is finally here, and if you come with a camper, it's never been easier to get close to the canal. There is almost a well-equipped motorhome space per 10 km canal.

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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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Gota Canal - Blue line

Trollhätte Canal - Red line