The south-east stage is characterised by extraordinary natural phenomena in the form of the three table mountains Kinnekulle, Halleberg and Hunneberg and the terminal moraine Hindens Rev that extends 5 km into Lake Vänern. At Kinnekulle there are spectacula…
The south-west stage is best started or finished in Vänersborg or Åmål, which are easy to reach by train. In Vänersborg, the route meanders scenically along Lake Vänern’s shoreline, and in Åmål you can experience old town districts directly adjacent to Väne…
The north-east stage is characterised by historical destinations, restaurants recommended in the White Guide and beautiful bathing beaches. The city of Karlstad stands at the north end of Lake Vänern where the River Klarälven flows out into the lake and cre…
The north-west stage is best started or finished in Åmål or Karlstad. On this stage, the cycle route is partly on roads with mixed traffic and partly on separate cycle paths and on gravel tracks. In Åmål you can experience a wonderful bustling harbour scene…
Vänerleden is a cycle route around Sweden’s largest lake. The route is 640 km long and divided into four stages (which are sub-divided into day stages). Along Vänerleden you will experience Lake Vänern’s finest bathing beaches, world-class culture and exciting natural phenomena.
