Göta Canal - bike & boat from Motala to Söderköping
Overview
Trip overview
Type
Self-guided
Difficulty
Beginner
Accommodation
3 nights
Cycling
80 km
Bike
A rental bike is included in the price. If you bring your own bike, the price will be reduced.
This is a self-guided beginner-friendly cycling holiday. The cycling takes place on both asphalt and gravel in a very safe traffic environment. Bike is included.
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Practical Info
Before you book
Accommodation
Hostel
Ljungsbro Hostel, Ljungsbro
Captain Billes Hostel, Norsholm
Cottage at Korskullens Camping, Söderköping
Season
1 May - 1 Sep
Type of cycling
Leisure
Surface
Asphalt and Gravel
Cycling takes place in a stress-free and very safe traffic environment.
Family Friendly
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Culture
Explore art, historical sites and local traditions - a perfect mix of cycling and cultural experiences.
Romantic
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We speak
English and Swedish
Join us on an adventurous journey along the Göta Canal, from Motala to Söderköping, where you combine relaxing boating with nature-oriented cycling. The journey begins on board M/S Kung Sverker and then continues along the canal's beautiful towpaths, through locks, lakes and open landscapes.
Over four days you'll experience some of the canal's most charming places, from Berg's locks to idyllic stops such as Brunneby Musteri and the medieval setting of Söderköping. With accommodation and meals arranged, this is the perfect package for those who want to discover the Göta Canal at a leisurely pace by both bike and boat.
Price reduction of SEK 1 150 if you have your own bike.
Included
One night at Ljungsbro Hostel (part in double room)
One night at Kapten Billes Vandrarhem (part in double room)
One night cabin at Korskullens Camping
Bed linen, towels and final cleaning in all accommodation
Cruise with M/S Kung Sverker Motala-Borensberg (with lunch on board)
3 x breakfast
Two-course dinner at Kapten Billes Vandrarhem, Norsholm (excl. drinks)
Three-course dinner at restaurant Håll Bar & Kök, Söderköping (excl. drinks)
Bicycle boat t/r across Lake Asplången
3-day bike rental (3-speed women's bikes). Pickup in Borensberg and drop-off in Söderköping
Bicycle map Göta kanal
10% discount on Brunneby Musteri
Add-on Extras
Extra nights, the package is easily supplemented with one or two days
Supplement for accommodation in single rooms
Bicycle bag: 50 kr/pc (pre-booked)
Bicycle helmets, child seats, and luggage bags are available as accessories; please reserve them in advance
Day 1 - Motala, Borenshult & Berg locks
Ljungsbro Hostel, Ljungsbro
Breakfast, lunch on board
20 km
Your journey begins in Motala where you board M/S Kung Sverker at 10:30. The journey takes you through the Göta Canal towards Borensberg - one of the real highlights of the trip. You pass Baltzar von Platen's grave, Motala Verkstad and are locked through the impressive Borenshult lock staircase with its five locks. On board, a delicious lunch is served while the landscape slowly glides by.
In Borensberg, you get off the boat and pick up your bike at Kaffeteriet in Borensberg harbor. Then a beautiful bike ride along the canal towards Berg's locks awaits. On the way you pass Brunneby Musteri where you have a 10 % discount in the farm shop - feel free to try their appreciated cider.
You continue towards Ljungsbro where you check in at Ljungsbro Vandrarhem. From here you are close to the lock area in Berg with restaurants and cafés, or the opportunity to cook your own dinner. Don't miss a visit to the Cloetta factory shop for something really good.
Day 2 - Vreta kloster, Linköping & Norsholm
Captain Billes Hostel, Norsholm
Breakfast and dinner
50 km
After breakfast, you continue south by bike, with the Göta Canal and Lake Roxen as companions. You pass Vreta Kloster with its beautiful medieval church and cycle on towards Linköping - a perfect place for a lunch stop.
The journey continues through open and peaceful plains to the small lock town of Norsholm. Here you check in at Kapten Billes Vandrarhem. In the evening, a two-course dinner awaits at restaurant Kapten Bille at 18.00.
Day 3 - Asplången, Brådtom & Söderköping
Cottage at Korskullens Camping, Söderköping
Breakfast and dinner
30 km
After breakfast, you cycle along the Göta Canal towards Söderköping. Today's tour offers varied cycling and a unique experience when you cross Asplången by bicycle boat - a ticket included in the package.
Along the way you will pass the picturesque lock environment of Brådtom lock, where a charming café invites you to take a break.
Once in Söderköping, check in at Korskullens Camping and Cottages, centrally located near the medieval city center. Before leaving the bike, a trip to Mem - the end point of the Göta Canal (about 6 km one way) is recommended.
Back in Söderköping, there is time to stroll among small shops and perhaps visit Smultronstället, known for its generous glass creations. The evening ends with a three-course dinner at Håll Bar & Kök by the canal.
Day 4 - Söderköping & return journey
Breakfast
Ice cream break along the Göta Canal - a natural part of the bike trip
After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye to Söderköping and end your cycling adventure along the Göta Canal. For the return journey, it is possible to travel smoothly with Östgötatrafiken back to Motala. It is also possible to combine with train if you wish.
We hope you take with you many great memories from days filled with cycling, nature and experiences along one of Sweden's most beautiful waterways. Maybe an ice cream at Smultronstället ends the trip.
Map Göta Canal - bike & boat from Motala to Söderköping
Payment is made by invoice from the organizer and must be completed no later than 10 days before the start of the trip.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
A booking fee of SEK 100 is included in the price but is non-refundable in the event of cancellation.
Cancellation 7 days or more before the start of the trip:
10% of the total price will be charged.
Cancellation 6 days or less before the start of the trip:
100% of the total price will be charged.
3 Ratings
★4.4
Overall impression ★5.0
Value for money ★4.7
Treatment and service ★4.7
Accommodation ★3.3
Dining experience ★4.7
Biking experience ★4.3
Tomas A.July 2026
★4.0
Vi hade gärna haft bättre standard på boendet (och betalat för det). Sen skulle vi gärna haft bokade middagar alla dagarna. I övrigt var det riktigt bra!
Gunilla L.July 2026
★4.7
Vi är mycket nöjda med cykelpaketet. Bra boende, god mat och fina miljöer att cykla i. Så bra att få börja med båtresan och lunchen. Det enda vi upplevde negativt var cykelsträckan andra dagen från Ljungbro till Norsholm. I beskrivningen stod det att det var ca 3 mil men enligt kartan blev det 5,6 mil. Vi missade att ta lunch i Linköping och letade efter en kiosk eller café efter vägen men hittade inget. Viktigt att ni upplyser om att ta med ordentligt med dryck och matsäck för vi blev ordentligt hungriga och törstiga. Resan blev ett minne för livet!
Ann Hållberg SundinJune 2026
★4.7
Vi drar ner antalet stjärnor på cykelupplevelsen bara pga. att cykelvägen var längre mellan Ljungsbro och Norsholm än som sagts. Ljungsbros boende var inte i klass som de övriga, även frukosten var sämre. Boendet, maten och personalen på Kaptem Billes var toppklass (vi tog t.o.m en extra lunch där på hemvägen. Kul att vi fick bo i den stora och fina stugan på Korskullens camping. Ett extra plus till Lotta som fixade det fina vädret till oss. Men naturligtvis hennes fina bemötande och tips till oss var till stor hjälp för att denna upplevelse blev så bra som den blev! Tack!
Reply from the operator
Hejsan!
Tack för feedbacken och din uppmärksamhet om cykelvägen mellan Ljungsbro och Norsholm, vi har korrigerat den uppgiften i cykelpaketet. En trevlig sommar hälsar Svecia Travels.
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6 895SEK/pers (3 nights)
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Göta kanal – cykel & båt från Motala till Söderköping
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Vi hade gärna haft bättre standard på boendet (och betalat för det). Sen skulle vi gärna haft bokade middagar alla dagarna. I övrigt var det riktigt bra!
Vi är mycket nöjda med cykelpaketet. Bra boende, god mat och fina miljöer att cykla i. Så bra att få börja med båtresan och lunchen. Det enda vi upplevde negativt var cykelsträckan andra dagen från Ljungbro till Norsholm. I beskrivningen stod det att det var ca 3 mil men enligt kartan blev det 5,6 mil. Vi missade att ta lunch i Linköping och letade efter en kiosk eller café efter vägen men hittade inget. Viktigt att ni upplyser om att ta med ordentligt med dryck och matsäck för vi blev ordentligt hungriga och törstiga. Resan blev ett minne för livet!
Vi drar ner antalet stjärnor på cykelupplevelsen bara pga. att cykelvägen var längre mellan Ljungsbro och Norsholm än som sagts. Ljungsbros boende var inte i klass som de övriga, även frukosten var sämre. Boendet, maten och personalen på Kaptem Billes var toppklass (vi tog t.o.m en extra lunch där på hemvägen. Kul att vi fick bo i den stora och fina stugan på Korskullens camping. Ett extra plus till Lotta som fixade det fina vädret till oss. Men naturligtvis hennes fina bemötande och tips till oss var till stor hjälp för att denna upplevelse blev så bra som den blev! Tack!
Hejsan!
Tack för feedbacken och din uppmärksamhet om cykelvägen mellan Ljungsbro och Norsholm, vi har korrigerat den uppgiften i cykelpaketet. En trevlig sommar hälsar Svecia Travels.