{"id":25957247,"date":"2026-09-24T09:12:13","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T07:12:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gotakanalcharter.se\/routes\/gron-rutt\/"},"modified":"2026-10-16T11:19:41","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T09:19:41","slug":"green-route","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gotakanalcharter.se\/en\/routes\/green-route\/","title":{"rendered":"Green Route"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Green Route<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Motala
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Discover both the G\u00f6ta Canal and the Kinda Canal on a varied week-long cruise from Motala. The Green Route combines classic locks, central Link\u00f6ping and the peaceful natural surroundings of the Kinda Canal \u2013 an itinerary for both new and experienced skippers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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About the route<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Discover the Green Route on the G\u00f6ta and Kinda Canals<\/h2>\n

The Green Route offers two canal experiences in one trip. From Motala the journey takes you through some of the G\u00f6ta Canal\u2019s most famous landmarks, including the Borenshult flight of locks, Lake Boren, Borensberg and the impressive locks at Berg.<\/p>\n

After Berg, the journey continues towards Link\u00f6ping and the Kinda Canal. The character changes and the pace becomes more relaxed, with greenery, narrower waterways and beautiful natural scenery. The cruise continues via Tannefors to Hovetorp before returning towards Link\u00f6ping and the G\u00f6ta Canal.<\/p>\n

The combination of classic canal towns, central Link\u00f6ping and the quieter Kinda Canal makes the Green Route a great choice for anyone who wants to experience a lot in one week.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Start & finish:<\/strong>
\nMotala<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Duration:<\/strong>
\n1 week<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Turning point:
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Suitable for:<\/strong>
\nNew and experienced skippers<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Day by day<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Itinerary for Green Route<\/h2>\n

Times are approximate and may be affected by traffic, lock operations and other conditions along the canal.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Saturday<\/strong>
\n12.00\u201314.00
\nMotala \u2013 collect the boat<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Sunday<\/strong>
\n09.00\u201315.00
\nMotala \u2013 Berg<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Monday<\/strong>
\n09.00\u201314.00
\nBerg \u2013 Tannefors<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Tuesday<\/strong>
\n09.00\u201316.00
\nTannefors \u2013 Hovetorp<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Wednesday<\/strong>
\n09.00\u201315.00
\nHovetorp \u2013 Tannefors (Link\u00f6ping)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Thursday<\/strong>
\n09.00\u201315.00
\nLink\u00f6ping \u2013 Malfors<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Friday<\/strong>
\n09.00\u201314.00
\nMalfors \u2013 Motala<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Saturday<\/strong>
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\nMotala \u2013 return the boat<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Stops along the way<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Guest harbours along the Green Route<\/h2>\n

The Green Route offers several guest harbours where you can stop overnight, use facilities or take a break during your journey. Here are some of the main stops between Motala, the G\u00f6ta Canal and the Kinda Canal.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Motala verkstad<\/h3>\n

This is where your canal holiday begins and ends. A small, recently built guest harbour with good facilities, including showers, toilets and parking.<\/p>\n

G\u00f6ta Kanal Charter recommends:<\/strong> Visit the G\u00f6ta Canal museum, have coffee at Mallbodens caf\u00e9, enjoy a meal at Berggrens k\u00e4llare, or stock up at grocery stores about 500 metres from the harbour.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Borenshult<\/h3>\n

Guest harbour below the Borenshult flight of locks on Lake Boren. The five-lock staircase is the G\u00f6ta Canal\u2019s second largest, with a height difference of 15.3 metres, and is one of Motala\u2019s most popular attractions.<\/p>\n

G\u00f6ta Kanal Charter recommends:<\/strong> If you decide not to stop in Borensberg while travelling west, or have had enough locking after descending the Borenshult staircase on an eastbound trip, this harbour offers a peaceful place to rest and spend the night.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Borensberg<\/h3>\n

Guest harbour in the canal town of Borensberg. Here you will find one of only two G\u00f6ta Canal locks still operated manually in the traditional way. There are 20 guest berths.<\/p>\n

G\u00f6ta Kanal Charter recommends:<\/strong> You will probably spend your second night here, or your second-to-last if heading east. Excellent facilities, with restaurants and grocery stores nearby.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Berg<\/h3>\n

The locks at Berg are among the G\u00f6ta Canal\u2019s top attractions, drawing thousands of visitors. The area has restaurants, caf\u00e9s, adventure golf, a hostel offering bike rentals and more. There are 40 guest berths, plus ten berths below the Carl Johan lock staircase with electricity, water and a service building with showers and toilets.<\/p>\n

G\u00f6ta Kanal Charter recommends:<\/strong> A natural overnight stop; see the route plan. ICA N\u00e4ra supermarket is a five-minute walk away.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Malfors<\/h3>\n

The guest harbour is beside Malfors Bridge in Ljungsbro, within walking distance of the Cloetta chocolate shop.<\/p>\n

G\u00f6ta Kanal Charter recommends:<\/strong> An alternative to staying overnight at Berg. Berg\u2019s restaurants are within walking distance, as is Cloetta\u2019s factory outlet selling delicious sweets.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Ready to plan your trip?<\/strong>
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Before your trip<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Frequently asked questions about Green Route<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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