Bring your own bike or add a rental bike to your booking. E-bikes are available.
This is a self-guided intermediate-level cycling holiday. The cycling takes place on both asphalt and gravel in a very safe traffic environment. You can ride this trip on your own bike or a rental bike. Luggage transfer is available.
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Photos
Photos from the trip
Mariestad with its old, well-preserved town center and mighty cathedral.
In summer, there is a tourist information office in Lidköping's Old Town Hall.
Don't miss a hike on Hindens Rev in Lake Vänern.
Vänersborg, also known as "Little Paris", has several great places to visit.
Practical Info
Before you book
Accommodation
Hotel
Hotels, Karlstad
Hotels, Kristinehamn
Guest house, Sjötorp
Hotels, Mariestad
Hotels, Lidköping
Hotels, Vänersborg
Season
1 May - 30 Sep
Type of cycling
Leisure
Surface
Asphalt and Gravel
Cycling takes place in a stress-free and very safe traffic environment.
Culture
Explore art, historical sites and local traditions - a perfect mix of cycling and cultural experiences.
Romantic
Escape the daily grind and make memories together - romantic cycling packages with cozy accommodation and beautiful surroundings.
We speak
English, Swedish and German
Embark on a cycling trip along the scenic eastern side of Vänerleden and experience the magnificent views of Sweden's largest lake. The tour takes you through charming villages, beautiful landscapes and historic small towns where you get to enjoy a perfect mix of nature and culture.
You'll stay in cozy local hotels where you can relax and enjoy the hospitality after the day's cycling. With the option of premium electric bikes, complete with spacious panniers and helmet, the journey will be smooth and comfortable - perfect for beginners and experienced cyclists alike.
Along the way, you will pass interesting sights and historical sites that provide a deeper insight into the rich cultural heritage of Lake Vänern. The route follows the Vänerleden, a national cycle route of about 650 km. In this package we have selected the highlights on the eastern side of Lake Vänern - with 5 cycling days and 6 overnight stays. Don't miss this unique opportunity for an unforgettable cycling experience.
It is just as well to start the bike trip in Vänersborg and end in Karlstad. Enter your wishes when booking.
Photographer: Roger Borgelid.
Included
6 nights in selected hotels (sharing a double room)
6 x breakfast
Directions with tips on places to visit along the way
Service phone 24/7
Digital cycling map (gpx file) for navigation
Add-on Extras
Extra nights, the package is easily supplemented with one or two days
Single room supplement
Electric bike (Riese & Müller Multicharger) with two panniers, helmet and rope kit: SEK 3,600 (incl. that the bikes are left at the hotel in Vänersborg)
Premium or Longtail cargo bike (long bike ideal for families with children)
Luggage transport: 680 SEK/day for up to 4 people (minimum 2 people)
Day 1 - Arrival Karlstad
Hotels, Karlstad
When you arrive in Karlstad, you go to your hotel and check in. In the afternoon, you will pick up your rental bike, which will be adjusted to your needs while you get a thorough briefing on the bike's various functions.
The rest of the day you can explore Karlstad at your own pace. Take a leisurely bike ride around the city, visit local attractions or maybe take a ride on the city's boat buses?
Day 2 - Experience the archipelago atmosphere in Kristinehamn
Hotels, Kristinehamn
Breakfast
60 km
342 m
349 m
Today you cycle from Karlstad to Kristinehamn, along the beautiful Vänernleden cycling trail. You cycle along the northern shore of Lake Vänern with fantastic views of the lake and the surrounding landscape.
When you arrive in Kristinehamn, you can explore the city park and the picturesque city center with its shops, cafes and restaurants. Don't miss the Picasso sculpture, a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage, and the beautiful Kristinehamn Church. After a day of cycling and experiences, a nice hotel awaits you for the evening.
Day 3 - The summer idyll of Sjötorp by the Göta Canal
Guest house, Sjötorp
Breakfast
80 km
376 m
375 m
After breakfast, cycle towards Värnerskärgården and the Picasso sculpture, where you can stop and enjoy the view. There are many great swimming opportunities along the way. Along the way you can consider detours to Hult's summer house, Vike village and Sörgården's farm shop. Some more tips are the nature reserves Dyrön and Nötön-Åråsviken and Visnum-Kil church with several medieval objects. In the park at Värmlands Säby Gård there is a labyrinth that children love.
In the afternoon you will arrive in the summer idyll of Sjötorp, where the Göta Canal meets Lake Vänern. There are several cozy restaurants to choose from. An overnight stay awaits in a nice guesthouse in Sjötorp.
Day 4 - Mariestad with its impressive cathedral and picturesque town center
Hotels, Mariestad
Breakfast
40 km
158 m
157 m
Today you cycle along the Göta Canal. Some attractions along the way are Hamnmagasinet in Lyrestad and Norrqvarn's lock area. Feel free to stop at the nice Hajstorp Café. Once in Mariestad, you can explore the charming Old Town, museums or take a boat trip in the Lake Vänern archipelago. There are many fine restaurants here.
Mariestad's old town center is one of the country's best-preserved city centers with buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries. Amidst the wooden houses and cobblestone streets also stands the mighty cathedral, which was built in the 16th century. You spend the night in a centrally located hotel.
Day 5 - Charming Lidköping on Lake Vänern
Hotels, Lidköping
fructose
65 km
262 m
264 m
You cycle through varied landscapes with beautiful views, deep forests and unique nature reserves. Don't miss the ruins of Aranäs Castle, once a royal palace, beautifully situated by Lake Vänern. In Hällekis you can visit the studios at Falkängens Hantverksby and take a short detour to Utsiktens kaffestuga and the viewing tower on Kinnekulle for outstanding lake views. The large quarry on Mount Kinnekulle, known as 'Little Grand Canyon', is a local attraction with a fishing lake at its center. The 40 meter deep quarry was once used for limestone extraction. Visit Västerplana storäng, a nature reserve next to Lake Vänern, with its deciduous forests and oak groves. Stop by the café at the monastery for some delicious soup or other goodies.
Once in Lidköping, you can explore the lively city center on your own, with the Old Town Hall and the market square at the New Town Square. Visit the Rörstrand Center museum with outlet store and the Vänermuseet, where you can learn about Sweden's largest lake and its 38 fish species.
Want to experience the iconic Läckö Castle? You can easily book an extra night in Lidköping with a day trip to the castle.
Day 6 - Hiking on Hinden's Reef and "Little Paris"
Hotels, Vänersborg
Breakfast
85 km
285 m
284 m
Don't miss a hike on Hindens Rev in Lake Vänern.
Today's destination is Vänersborg but first you take a detour to Hindens Rev for a 5 km peaceful hike on the narrow ridge that extends into Lake Vänern. A fantastic nature experience! You continue cycling and can buy something to eat at the cozy Mejeriet in Söne. You make your way on country roads and gravel paths through a fertile agricultural landscape. When you reach Flo, you can choose to do a short but challenging climb up the mountain. The reward is a panoramic view of Vättern, Vänersnäs and Lake Vänern.
If you wish, you can choose to stay another day and book an overnight stay in Vänersborg at a cozy hotel in the city center.
Day 7 - Time to go home
Breakfast
Now this cycling adventure is over, and we hope you have many great memories with you back home!
It is possible to extend the cycling package with an extra night in Vänersborg if you want to have a good dinner before the return journey and have time to discover the city's sights at your own pace.
Map Cycling along the Eastern Shore of Lake Vänern
Confirmation and invoice are sent directly from the local tour operator. No payment is made to Sweden by Bike.
Payment terms for this package:
- Bike packages are paid in advance via invoice when booking.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Free cancellation is available up to 2 days before the start date, after which 50% of the total package price will be charged.
1 Rating
★4.5
Overall impression ★5.0
Value for money ★4.0
Treatment and service ★5.0
Accommodation ★5.0
Dining experience ★3.0
Biking experience ★5.0
ClaudeJuly 2026
★4.5
Six wonderful days around Lake Vänern. Heiko’s bikes were of very high quality, the hotels were comfortable and pleasant, and the route wasn’t difficult to complete with the help of our electric assist. A great experience.
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Six wonderful days around Lake Vänern. Heiko’s bikes were of very high quality, the hotels were comfortable and pleasant, and the route wasn’t difficult to complete with the help of our electric assist. A great experience.