The Göta Canal stretches from Mem on an inlet of the Baltic near Söderköping, through Lake Vättern to Sjötorp on Lake Vänern, north-east of Mariestad. Together with the Trollhätte Canal, the Göta Canal forms a continuous waterway through the heart of Sweden.

* Approximated times depend on the current traffic situation

Total length : 190 km
Manmade length: 87 km
No. of locks: 58, including two manually operated
Aqueducts: Two, one at Ljungsbro (built in 1970) and one at Kungs Norrby, east of Borensberg (built in 1993)
Highest point: Lake Viken (eastern section) 91.8 m above sea level.

Book now for 2010!
We have already a lot of bookings and inquirys for season 2010. Want to be sure of a week? Contact us at
boka@kanalcharter.se or make your inquryy on the mail form.

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KINDA KANAL
Explore the unique Kinda Canal. Rent a boat for a trip in beuatiful surroundings. Read more!

Dog owner?
Have a look at the 'Tilly Trotter' harness, a must in many situations even for those that don't have a boat.

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