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Östergötland

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The Motala Ström in Borensberg – Borenshult Locks loop from Quisbergs Allé

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Östergötland

Vadstena

The Motala Ström in Borensberg – Borenshult Locks loop from Quisbergs Allé

Moderate

5.0

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The Motala Ström in Borensberg – Borenshult Locks loop from Quisbergs Allé

03:39

62.7km

300m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 28.9 km for 22 m

After 43.9 km for 12 m

After 48.6 km for 24 m

After 48.8 km for 24 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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28.8 km

Börslycke Gård Ice Cream Café

Highlight • Cafe

Homemade ice cream with local products.
Very generous portions. The shop also sells jams, marmalades, caramel candies, and souvenirs.

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29.0 km

The Motala Ström in Borensberg

Highlight • River

In Borensberg, the Göta Canal meets the Motala Ström, creating a picturesque setting where water and history intertwine. This is one of the few sections of the canal without a lock, as the natural flow of the river carries boats gently onward. The spot is particularly charming, with the old lock keeper’s cottage, small bridges, and cafés giving it the feel of a living postcard. Long a gathering place for travelers and locals, Borensberg highlights the harmony between the canal’s engineering and the surrounding landscape. Today, it remains a beloved stop for cyclists, boaters, and visitors exploring the heart of Östergötland.

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34.0 km

Kristberg Church

Highlight • Religious Site

The oldest parts of the church probably date from around the turn of the 1200s. During the later Middle Ages, probably in the 15th century, the original stone church was replaced by a much wider building, the southern and northern extension walls of which are part of the current church. The sacristy that was added at that time (extended to the north in 1729) has also been preserved with remains of frescoes from the second half of the 15th century.

Source: sv.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kristbergs_kyrka

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43.8 km

Borenshult Locks

Highlight • Monument

In May, there doesn't seem to be much going on. We were lucky that a ship wanted to bridge the 15m difference in height with the five locks. The wait was worth it!

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44.8 km

Lokverkstan Locomotive Museum

Highlight • Monument

48.7 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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48.8 km

Crankshaft at Motala Harbor

Highlight • Monument

Large ship engine shaft in the port of Motala

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50.9 km

Gotthem Park

Highlight • Natural

Gotthem Park is a small local green space in the Motala area, quiet park with grassy areas, trees, and a relaxed neighborhood feel.

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62.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.1 km

13.3 km

3.13 km

1.12 km

791 m

177 m

Surfaces

59.8 km

1.03 km

818 m

422 m

290 m

242 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Monday 13 July

25°C

11°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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The Motala Ström in Borensberg – Borenshult Locks loop from Quisbergs Allé

Börslycke Gård Ice Cream Café

The Motala Ström in Borensberg

Kristberg Church

Borenshult Locks

Lokverkstan Locomotive Museum

Motala Harbor

Crankshaft at Motala Harbor

Gotthem Park

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