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Detailed Itinerary: Gothenburg to Stockholm
Day 1: Gothenburg - Lake Vänern
9.00am Departure from Gothenburg, Packhuskajen 10
1:15-1:30pm Lilla Edet
The lock at Lilla Edet, built in 1916, is the first lock on our journey. The original lock was opened in 1607 and was the first lock in Sweden.
1:45-3:30pm Trollhättan Locks
The impressive flight of locks at Trollhättan consists of four locks, covering a 32-metre difference in water level. There are three lock systems and the biggest one (from 1916) is still in use.
3:30-4:.45pm Trollhättan
Trollhättan Canal Museum is located in a storehouse from 1893. Here you can learn the fascinating history of the Trollhätte Canal through e.g. some 50 boat models, underwater tools from the 19th century, a blacksmith's workshop and an old lock hut. Film show. Walk to see the old locks. Visit the Canal Museum.
5:45pm Vänersborg
This is the last town before we head out into Lake Vänern. The "Brinkebergskulle" lock is just before Vänersborg.
6:15pm-2:00am Lake Vänern
44 metres above sea level. Sweden's largest lake. Lake Vänern is the third largest lake in Europe, after the Ladoga and Onega lakes in Russia.
10:30pm Läckö Castle
The Castle was built in 1298 as a bishop's residence. Its golden age was during the reign of Magnus Gabriel de la Gardie, who transformed it into baroque style in 1652. The boat goes close by and the tour guide will tell the story of the castle.
Day 2: Sjötorp - Motala
2:00-3:30am Sjötorp
Here we enter the first of the 58 narrow locks on the Göta Canal. At Sjötorp there is a set of eight locks.
5:10-7:00am Godhögen-Hajstorp övre
A lock system consisting of four locks. In 1822 the western section of the Göta Canal was inaugurated at Hajstorp. Walking is possible for "early birds". 1.4 km.
8:00am Töreboda
The railway line between Stockholm and Göteborg crosses the canal here. Sweden's smallest ferry, "Lina", travels back and forth across the Göta Canal.
10:20am The Berg Canal/the Obelisk
An obelisk marks the highest point (91.5 metres above sea level) of that part of the canal, which was excavated. A difficult bend was straightened in 1933, the Berg Canal.
10:50am Tåtorp
One of the canal's two manually operated locks is found here.
10:50am-1:00pm Lake Viken
The beautiful Lake Viken (91.8 metres above sea level) serves as a water reservoir for the western section of the Göta Canal.
12:00-1:00pm Spetsnäskanalen/Billströmmen
We steer through two narrow, wooded passages and small lakes with water lilies.
12:50-1:00pm Forsvik
Forsvik lock, built in 1813, is the oldest lock on the Göta Canal. The impressive iron bridge was constructed in the same year.
12:50pm Singing
Singing and flowers from the Kindbom family, a religious group. When we leave the lock we will be going downwards!
1:35pm Karlsborg
Before our boat enters Lake Vättern, we pass Karlsborg and its fortress, which was built 1819-1909.
1:35-3:20pm Lake Vättern
89 metres above sea level. Sweden's second largest and also deepest lake (128 metres deep).
3:20-6:30pm Vadstena
Vadstena is an idyllic small town, which is famous for St. Birgitta. It grew up around the 14th century convent, becoming a spiritual, cultural and commercial centre. The Abbey was built to the design of St. Birgitta and was consecrated in 1430. The Castle was built in the 1540s by King Gustav Vasa. Guided tour by a "sight-seeing train" to the Castle and Abbey church. Swimming is possible.
7:45pm Arrival in Motala
As Baltzar von Platen had intended, Motala developed into a town. An engineering works, Motala Werkstad, was established here to serve the Göta Canal and was considered the cradle of Swedish industry. We visit Motala Motormuseum, which has an exhibition of antique cars and motorcycles in authentic surroundings, a collection of radios, toys, household appliances and more. Visit a museum. Walk to von Platen's grave, 1-km walk (left side of the canal). Overnight stop.
Day 3: Motala - Söderköping - The Baltic
5:00am Departure from Motala
6:00-6:30am Borenshult
Lock stairway of five locks. The song of the nightingale is often heard in this area.
6:30-7:30am Lake Boren
73 metres above sea level.
7:30-7:40am Borensberg
Here is a manually operated lock and the wellknown Göta Hotel (built in 1908).
8:00am Aqueduct
East of Borensberg there is an aqueduct (built in 1993).
10:40am Ljungsbro Aqueduct
We pass over the second aqueduct (built in 1970) on our journey.
11:00am Berg (Heda)
Arrive at Berg's lock system of 15 locks. The convent of Vreta Kloster, now a ruin, was the first to be built in Sweden. It dates from about 1100 and its importance was later over-shadowed by the convent founded by St. Birgitta in Vadstena. The church is one of the most interesting in Sweden, with many medieval works of art. Today, it is used as a parish church and therefore not always open. Guided walk (about 3 km, partly hilly) to Vreta Cloister ruins and church. Or walk along the canal on your own. Swimming in Lake Roxen is an option.
12:00-1:00pm Berg (Carl-Johan)
With its seven interconnected locks, the Carl Johan lock stairway in Berg is the longest on the Canal. Board again by "Carl-Johan" lock, right side.
1:00-3:00pm Lake Roxen
33 metres above sea level.
3:00pm Norsholm
The railway line between Stockholm and Malmö crosses here.
4:45-5:15pm Lake Asplången
27 metres above sea level.
6:40-7:45pm Carlsborg-Mariehov-Duvkullen
A set of nine locks taking us into Söderköping.
8:00-9:30pm Söderköping
Söderköping is an idyllic town, which was founded in the 13th century and it was most important during the Hansa period. The town also has a long and fascinating history as a spa. Time at your own disposal in Söderköping.
10:50pm Mem
Passing through the last narrow lock before Slätbaken, an inlet of the Baltic, we leave the Göta Canal. On 26th Sept. 1832, the Göta Canal was inaugurated at Mem amid great pomp and circumstance in the presence of King Karl XIV Johan and his family.
10:50pm-7:45am The Baltic
We cross open water for a short bit and then weave through the archipelago in the early morning light.
Day 4: Södertälje - Stockholm
7:45-7:55am Södertälje
Södertälje lock, 135 metres long, is the largest lock that we will go through.
7:55am-1:50pm Lake Mälaren
0.3 metres above sea level. Sweden's third largest lake.
9.00am-11:00am Birka
The Viking community of Birka on the island of Björkö is often regarded as Sweden's first town. The town was an important harbour for international shipping and trade. It was in use for about 250 years and was abandoned before the year 1000. Birka features on the World Heritage list. Guided walk on the island (about 3 km hilly walk) and visit a museum.
12:45pm Drottningholm Castle
Drottningholm Castle, the home of the Royal family since 1981, is on UNESCO's list of World Heritage sites. The castle is passed when there is time enough.
2:00pm Hammarby Lock
The final lock on our journey.
2:30 Arrival in Stockholm Skeppsbrokajen
Our cruise ends at Skeppsbrokajen 103, in the Old Town of Stockholm.
Please Note:
All times stated are approximate, as weather and traffic conditions can
cause some delays. For that reason you should arrange to have a good
time margin for continued travel on the day of arrival. The shipping
company can not be held responsible for any additional costs in
conjunction with delays that are beyond the company’s control. There
is no long-term parking near the quays in Gothenburg and Stockholm.
2012 Departure Dates
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Program Start Date |
Cabin Rates are per passenger in $USD |
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Category C Main Deck - Double cabin
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Category C Main Deck - "Queen size", double cabin |
Category B Shelter Deck - Double cabin
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Category A, Bridge Deck - Double cabin |
Category C Main Deck - Single Cabin |
Category C Main Deck - "Queen size", single cabin |
Category B, Shelter Deck - Single Cabin
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Category A, Bridge Deck - Single cabin |
From Gothenburg |
2-Jun-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
11-Jun-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
20-Jun-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
28-Jun-12 |
$1,707 |
$2,073 |
$2,389 |
$3,140 |
$2,221 |
$2,710 |
$3,115 |
$4,078 |
6-July-12 |
$1,707 |
$2,073 |
$2,389 |
$3,140 |
$2,221 |
$2,710 |
$3,115 |
$4,078 |
14-July-12 |
$1,707 |
$2,073 |
$2,389 |
$3,140 |
$2,221 |
$2,710 |
$3,115 |
$4,078 |
22-July-12 |
$1,707 |
$2,073 |
$2,389 |
$3,140 |
$2,221 |
$2,710 |
$3,115 |
$4,078 |
30-July-12 |
$1,707 |
$2,073 |
$2,389 |
$3,140 |
$2,221 |
$2,710 |
$3,115 |
$4,078 |
7-Aug-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
16-Aug-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
25-Aug-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
From Stockholm |
6-Jun-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
15-Jun-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
24-Jun-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
2-July-12 |
$1,707 |
$2,073 |
$2,389 |
$3,140 |
$2,221 |
$2,710 |
$3,115 |
$4,078 |
10-July-12 |
$1,707 |
$2,073 |
$2,389 |
$3,140 |
$2,221 |
$2,710 |
$3,115 |
$4,078 |
18-July-12 |
$1,707 |
$2,073 |
$2,389 |
$3,140 |
$2,221 |
$2,710 |
$3,115 |
$4,078 |
26-July-12 |
$1,707 |
$2,073 |
$2,389 |
$3,140 |
$2,221 |
$2,710 |
$3,115 |
$4,078 |
3-Aug-12 |
$1,707 |
$2,073 |
$2,389 |
$3,140 |
$2,221 |
$2,710 |
$3,115 |
$4,078 |
11-Aug-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
20-Aug-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
29-Aug-12 |
$1,619 |
$1,970 |
$2,281 |
$2,996 |
$2,118 |
$2,577 |
$2,962 |
$3,884 |
From Gothenburg to Stockholm: MS Juno departs Gothenburg, Packhuskajen 10 at 09:00. Arrives at 14::30, day 4. |
From Stockholm to Gothenburg: Ms Juno departs Stockholm, Skeppsbrokajen 103 at 09:00. Arrives at 14:30, day 4 |
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