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Motala

Vadstena Castle – Alvastra Abbey Ruins loop from Motala C

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Sweden

Östergötland

Motala

Vadstena Castle – Alvastra Abbey Ruins loop from Motala C

Hard

5.0

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Vadstena Castle – Alvastra Abbey Ruins loop from Motala C

05:54

99.4km

500m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 2.76 km for 79 m

After 48.2 km for 150 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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900 m

Platens Grav at Göta Canal

Highlight • Historical Site

It starts off quite idyllic

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1.76 km

Motala Harbor

Highlight • Structure

The small but beautiful harbor of Motala is located right next to the Motor Museum, a restaurant, and a hotel. There's always something going on and something to admire here.

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1.88 km

Crankshaft at Motala Harbor

Highlight • Monument

Large ship engine shaft in the port of Motala

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2.80 km

Motala ström

Lake

4.26 km

View of Motala from Motala Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the bridge with the bike path facing Motala you have a fantastic view of Motala and the surrounding area. A detour over the bridge is worthwhile.

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19.0 km

Vadstena Castle

Highlight • Castle

Impressive moated castle; worth a visit.

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44.8 km

Shelter and camping spot

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Shelter, fireplace, toilets, camping tables and benches and plenty of space for tents. Right next to an amazing swimming spot.

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44.8 km

Stocklycke Harbour Cliffs

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful cliffs, with a staircase to access the water.
Nearby there is also a windshelter to overnight.
Can be a bit crowded because there is easy access by car and a parking on site.

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48.3 km

Alvastra Abbey Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

A good walk over the ruins. You can visit every single building. They look well secured and in a good condition for the time being.

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99.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

81.3 km

12.0 km

3.18 km

1.64 km

1.14 km

160 m

Surfaces

93.9 km

1.73 km

1.48 km

1.15 km

819 m

337 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Friday 26 June

29°C

16°C

62 %

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Vadstena Castle – Alvastra Abbey Ruins loop from Motala C

Platens Grav at Göta Canal

Motala Harbor

Crankshaft at Motala Harbor

View of Motala from Motala Bridge

Vadstena Castle

Shelter and camping spot

Stocklycke Harbour Cliffs

Alvastra Abbey Ruins

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