Göta Kanal
Göta Kanal [ˈjøːˈta kaˈnɑːl] is a semi-artificial waterway through the Östergötland and Västergötland provinces in Sweden. It connects the Baltic Sea to Sweden's two greatest lakes, Vättern and Vänern. From Vänern, Trollhätte kanal and Göta älv (a natural river) make up a passage to the Atlantic Ocean, forming a 390 km waterway from coast to coast.
An important industrial transport route throughout the 19th century, it is now used mainly by leisure craft.
UnderstandThe idea to build a canal across Sweden was discussed as early as 1516. However, it would take almost 300 years until the idea was put into action.
Travelling with your own vesselWhen travelling with your own vessel you will have to pay a lock-fee of 80 to 180 kr, depending on the size of the lock. The locks are generally operating from 09:00 to 18:00.
Travelling with a canalboatIf you do not have a vessel of your own you can travel with one of the canalboats.
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