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Västra Götaland

Karlsborg

Karlsborg Bay – Forsviks Church loop from Forsvik

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Mountain biking trails

Sweden

Västra Götaland

Karlsborg

Karlsborg Bay – Forsviks Church loop from Forsvik

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4.4

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Karlsborg Bay – Forsviks Church loop from Forsvik

01:56

31.1km

160m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 19.0 km for 30 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.09 km

Old Watermill

Highlight • Historical Site

2.39 km

Forsvik Lock and Drawbridge, Göta Canal

Highlight • Bridge

A beautiful little ensemble has formed around the intersection of the Göta Canal and the road, and there's always something going on at the lock. Furthermore, Sweden's oldest iron bridge, the old bascule bridge over the canal, is located here.

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19.1 km

Rödesund Bridge over the Göta Canal

Highlight • Bridge

The Rödesund Bridge, spanning the Göta Canal at Karlsborg, is one of the most iconic crossings along the waterway. Built in 1931, it replaced earlier wooden bridges and provided a stronger, more reliable connection between the shores of Lake Vättern and the town. Designed as a bascule bridge, it lifts to allow boats and sailing vessels to pass, creating a unique meeting point between road traffic and canal life. With its elegant structure and scenic setting, the bridge is not only a piece of functional infrastructure but also a symbol of the canal’s living heritage. Today, watching it open for passing boats remains a charming spectacle for both travelers and locals.

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19.3 km

Karlsborg Bay

Highlight • Lake

Nice little town on a tongue of land between Vättern and the much smaller Bottensjön. You should take time for a break and enjoy the view of the bay.

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28.7 km

Forsviks Church

Highlight • Religious Site

This is a large country style church and worth a visit. Not far from here there is another interesting little forest chapel about 4 km north of Undernäs.

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28.9 km

Forsvik Church

Highlight • Religious Site

31.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.8 km

7.19 km

3.57 km

2.87 km

1.63 km

130 m

Surfaces

16.3 km

6.37 km

4.64 km

2.95 km

862 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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Saturday 16 May

14°C

4°C

79 %

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Karlsborg Bay – Forsviks Church loop from Forsvik

Old Watermill

Forsvik Lock and Drawbridge, Göta Canal

Rödesund Bridge over the Göta Canal

Karlsborg Bay

Forsviks Church

Forsvik Church

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