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Canal stories from pevious travelers on the Göta Canal

Every trip on the Göta Canal is unique and has its special charm. Here, previous travelers tell about their travels and give their best tips

Close contact on the canal

Being so close to the natural environment – slowly gliding past open fields and fairytale forests on their boat, was an overwhelming experience for Kenneth and Maria Larsson. However, their maiden voyage was not without drama

Vadstena - A creative history

Words cannot convey the aura of history that pervades throughout Vadstena. Though nebulous it is almost tangible. It has to be experienced. Abundant evidence of this takes the form of the many remarkably well preserved medieval buildings in which one

Flygvapenmuseum – the Swedish Air Force Museum in Linköping

The Swedish Air Force Museum in Linköping is a cultural history museum with award-winning exhibits on Swedish military aviation development. Here you will find a unique collection of aircrafts as well as restaurant, knowledge centre and science cente

On a roll with the family

They had actually intended to wait until the children got older – but the longing to cycle along Göta Canal got too strong. Their solution was to take a shorter trip, which turned out to be a real hit. Meet the Myhre family, who have cycled from Norr

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Museums and exhibitions

The Göta Canal exhibition in Motala and the Canal Museum in Sjötorp are places where you can learn more about the exciting history of the canal, and by the locks at Berg you can hear the story of the impressive lock gates that keep the water in..

Swedish Fika

There is hardly anything more typically Swedish than a fika in picturesque, summery surroundings. Here you will find all the cosy little cafés and establishments situated along the Göta Canal to fulfill all your fika needs

Landmarks

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

Shopping

Along the Göta Canal you will find many cosy little shops and summer sheds. There is also plenty of beautiful local handicraft. You are welcome to browse.

Hire a boat and be your own skipper on the Göta Canal

Fulfill the dream of the Göta Canal by hiring a boat for a week. No license is required, but you need experience of boating and navigation.

Motorhome space Göta Canal, Tåtorp

Short term parking area, located at the mouth of the canal in Lake Viken in Töreboda municipality

Winter works - the season for repair and maintenance

Every year Göta canal companies carry out repairs and maintenance work at the channel facility. We call it our winter work season

Cycling and hiking Tåtorp-Sjötorp

Hiking or cycling along the Göta Canal is a breeze. You follow the towpath, where no cars are allowed, and will always have the canal in view. This guide will lead you from Tåtorp by Lake Viken to Sjötorp by Lake Vänern, and provide interesting infor

Bergsslussar Hostel & Cottages

|Translated by Google translation| Hostel next to the Göta Canal at the famous lock staircase in Berg. We offer 4 cottages with room for 6 people in each

Hotel Package Åsgården

Åsgården is a small hotel with personal service and a homely feeling. Here you can relax, eat good home-made food and sleep in comfortable beds. Situated in Lyrestad nearby the Gota canal. Treat yourself to a few lovely days here at Åsgården

Classic Canal Cruise (4 days) by M/S Juno, Gothenburg - Stockholm

The classic route between Gothenburg and Stockholm has been maintained since the company was founded in 1869. Enjoy this cruise on board the M/S Juno, built in 1874. Full board is included. A cruise on one of our canal ships is like journeying into a

Åsgården, Lyrestad

Åsgården is situated in Lyrestad where E20 crosses the Göta Canal. 20 km north Mariestad, 190 km north Gothenburg and 300 km southwest from Stockholm. Åsgården has a cosy atmosphere and welcomes guests both for staying at the hotel and having a meal

A cruise on the Göta Canal is a wonderful experience

Get on board any of the passenger boats that drive the Göta channel. Here you can read more about all day trips and cruises and where to buy tickets

Book a package - the easiest way to have a good holiday

Göta Canal offers many great holiday packages! Welcome to choose your favourite! Cycle, walking or a boat ride

Become a tree sponsor and save the allée of trees

Sponsor a tree along the Göta Canal. It's an excellent gift at festivals such as christening or birthday. A memory for life

Boat trip across Lake Vättern with M/Y Modig

Take the boat across Lake Vättern and bring both bike or canoe. M/Y Modig operates the Karlsborg-Motala route and a single trip takes about 1,5 hours

Göta Canal marina - Vassbacken

The marina with 25 berths is always bustling in the peak season. Hostel, camping, cottages and café