Göta Canal

Canal cruises – relaxing and ever-changing Relax on the sun deck watching the patchwork landscape roll by. Enjoy a delicious meal on board. A canal cruise is total relaxation, but never boring. Book your trip here. Passenger boat

Welcome to the Göta Canal! The peak season has finally arrived to Göta Canal. This means that the canal is open every day 9AM to 6 PM, and you can experience the canal journey at your own pace. Buy your ticket online or directly from our lock keepers. Buy your ticket today Read more about pleasure boat

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.

Transition from high season to booking season.

August 16 marks the beginning of the booking season on the Göta Canal, meaning that traffic is restricted to pre-booked departures. This also means that boats which have entered the canal during high season will have to book a place in a convoy. You can find more information in the document.

Find more information about the transition here.

Discover our landmarks!

The Göta Canal, with its impressive locks, beautiful lockman’s houses and unique canal environment, is a 190 kilometre landmark in itself. The canal is also lined with a wealth of interesting destinations and sights to see.

Discover our sights

Experience one day along the Göta Canal

Canal stories

Read the canal stories from our customers.

Canal stories

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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