Combine relaxation, exercise and history by cycling to...
Mälaren and Strömsholm Castle
Beginner
Västerås
Rides by Lake Mälaren and mountain biking in the woods around Västerås
Mountain biking in Västerås
Västerås sits on Lake Mälaren and makes a good base for day rides. Follow the cycle path to Gäddeholm, ride out to Björnön or head to the burial mound at Anundshög.
North of the city centre, Rocklunda and Rönnby have waymarked mountain bike trails. By Lake Mälaren, start at Björnögården on Björnön or head for the woodland loops at Gäddeholm on the mainland. Check the map before you go, as the areas have different starting points.
For lift-served downhill riding, head to Vedbobacken, which has its own bike park. Check opening times before you go.
Map and visitor information: Västerås
Cycle paths and day rides in Västerås
Downhill riding and bike lift at Vedbobacken
Photo top picture: Pia Nordlander
Cycling Holidays and Day Rides
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65 km in Västmanland -
Cycle to Tidö Castle and experience a real attraction from the st...Experience the grandness of Tidö castle
50 km in VästmanlandIntermediate
Bicycle Friendly Accommodations
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Here you will stay in a newly renovated, charming heritage house from the 19th century.Mahognyvillan
Strömsholm, Västmanland
MTB Adventure Zones
MTB trails
Points of Interest
- Anundshög, Sweden's largest burial mound
- Björnön - MTB cycling, high altitude track and kayak rentals
- Karlsgatan 2, a house two museums
- The boiling point - Action bath
- Skultuna Brass Use
- Stroll around the Vallby Outdoor Museum
- Take a trip with the Elba ferry
- Västerås Cathedral - "worth the trip"
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Getting Here
Favorite Stops Near Västerås
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Vallby Outdoor Museum is idyllic and rural. Enjoy food and beverages, cooked with fine ingredients from the ground up. And drink Västerås roasted coffee.The sisters at Gaggeska Gården
Vallby Outdoor Museum is idyllic and rural. Enjoy food and beverages, cooked with fine ingredients from the ground up. And drink Västerås roasted coffee. -
It offers homemade baked goods, desserts, Count's shrimp and Kaffe Latte. Waffles with deer herring and cream in a classic manor environment.Gäddeholms Café & Antiques
It offers homemade baked goods, desserts, Count's shrimp and Kaffe Latte. Waffles with deer herring and cream in a classic manor environment. -
At Sjöevent in Västerås Guest Harbor you can rent bicycles for both large and small excursions.Bicycle Rental
At Sjöevent in Västerås Guest Harbor you can rent bicycles for both large and small excursions. -
Tant Vera is a small wool shop that sells hand-dyed wool and a lot of accessories. On sunny summer days they serve coffee and cake in their outdoor café.Aunt Vera
Tant Vera is a small wool shop that sells hand-dyed wool and a lot of accessories. On sunny summer days they serve coffee and cake in their outdoor café. -
Café Björnen is located just 7 km from Västerås city, beautifully located on Björnön in Lake Mälaren. Here you will find dining, swimming, canoe rental and cottage with beautiful views to rent.Café Björnen
Café Björnen is located just 7 km from Västerås city, beautifully located on Björnön in Lake Mälaren. Here you will find dining, swimming, canoe rental and cottage with beautiful views to rent. -
The culture is a 4200 sqm cultural house in Kopparlunden, Västerås. Here you can visit different cultural events and at Café Koppar you eat well!Culturen
The culture is a 4200 sqm cultural house in Kopparlunden, Västerås. Here you can visit different cultural events and at Café Koppar you eat well! -
DigiBike is a smart rental bike service that takes you around town, to friends, restaurants or the train station without having to own your own bike or car.DigiBike Västerås
DigiBike is a smart rental bike service that takes you around town, to friends, restaurants or the train station without having to own your own bike or car.
Bicycle Service and Rental Facilities
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In Västerviken right in the heart of the city is the guest harbor. Here you can rent a bike during the summer months and get out and explore the surroundings.Strängnäs Guest Harbor
In Västerviken right in the heart of the city is the guest harbor. Here you can rent a bike during the summer months and get out and explore the surroundings.
Bicycle Maps
More About Västerås
Nearby Cycling Routes
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Mälardalsleden
470 km (11 stages) in Södermanland, Uppland and VästmanlandIntermediate Asphalt Gravel
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