Walking and hiking - Lake Vänern

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Beautiful cliffs and rocks, majestic forests, challenging hills and valleys. Exploring the terrain around Vänern on foot is an exciting, unique and above all fantastic experience. Below you will find the destinations in the Vänern area presented in alphabetical order; you can also filter them by municipality.

Short walk near Lake Vänern

Do you like archipelago life with large rocks and picturesque natural surroundings? Or do you want to take a short walk along Vänern’s shores? Here we’ve compiled 10 tips for day trips. Experience beautiful nature reserves and interesting sights or stroll among rocks with a view of Vänern.

Segerstads skärgård, Karlstad

Lurö skärgård, Säffle

Halle- & Hunneberg, Vänersborg & Grästorp

Yttre Bodane, Åmål

Find the Hiking Trail for You

On this map, you’ll find some of Vänern’s most popular hiking trails and important information to consider before your trip. For example, you can read about each trail’s length, how to get there, and tips on how to show consideration for each nature reserve. Tap the map, read more and find the trail that suits you best.

Lake Vänern should be easy to explore, and that’s why Lake Vänern Grand Tour exists — a concept that connects Vänern into one destination. Around the lake, new hidden gems and activities await, such as cycling, paddling, hiking, boating, and fishing. On the map, we’ve gathered trails and service locations so you can quickly and easily plan your next visit and discover new experiences along the way. We call it Lake Vänern Grand Tour.