Wild Canoe Camp

A canoeing and camping adventure through Sweden's southernmost wilderness. 

Gently paddle through the picture-perfect Marviken lake system and elegant lake Klämmingen. This long line of narrow lakes were used by the Vikings as they travelled between their capital on Birka and the Baltic sea. Today it is your turn to make this beautiful journey.

The lakes wind their way through troll-like virgin forest filled with ancient trees and lush green and white mosses.  Head to shore and hike up the cliffs that line the lakes and enjoy beautiful views across lakes and forest as far as the eye can see. 

Appreciate the calm and beauty of the mighty forest that surrounds you. 

Itinerary

Day 1: Läggesta → Åkers Styckebruk → Marviken lakes → Lake Klämmingen

Transfer from Läggesta to Åkers Styckebruk
Canoe from Åkers Styckebruk to Lake Klämmingen camp passing four Marviken lakes, Marviken & Klämmingen viewpoints and Lake Klämmingen

Once at Åkers Styckebruk you are met and provided with your canoes. After your canoe introduction, the route takes you through remarkable scenery as you paddle gently down the chain of Marviken lakes to Laxne. The area has its own unique character because of its geological history - the mountain split in two and as a result Lake Marviken is today bordered by 50 metre high cliffs. 

Take a break from the canoe and hike a short way on the Sörmlandsleden hiking trail into the forest and up on the cliffs above the lakes. Here you can enjoy your picnic lunch looking out over the beautiful forest and lakes.

After lunch, you get back into your canoes and continue paddling as the lake widens into the beautiful Lake Klämmingen. Take advantage of the clean, fresh water as you stop at one of the small beaches lining the lakeshore. And enjoy the quiet and calm as you gently paddle down the middle of the lake, listening only to the birds and softly lapping waves. A short while after entering Lake Klämmingen you will find your camp set up for a peaceful night among the wildlife.

Before dinner you may also decide to visit another viewpoint perched on the cliff top with spectacular views over lake Klämmingen.

Accommodation: Lake Klämmingen, camping
Meals: Dinner
Paddling distance: 13 km
Lifts: 4 (40 m, 50 m, 20 m & 300 m) 

Day 2: Lake Klämmingen → Klämmingbergsbadet → Södertuna manor → Gnesta 

Canoeing from Klämmingen camp passing Klämmingen viewpoint, Klämmingbergsbadet beach, Frösjön & Södertuna manor to Gnesta

This morning, you continue your journey by canoe down Lake Klämmingen, again stopping at beaches to swim or soak up the summer sun. From Klämmingsbergbadet beach you can pull up your canoes and walk the short way on the Sörmlandsleden hiking trail up to another beautiful viewpoint towering above Lake Klämmingen. A great spot to enjoy your picnic lunch.

Back in the canoes you next stop is impressive Södertuna manor, located on its own island in lake Frösjön. Stop for a coffee and take in the stunning views across Lake Frösjön. 

Soon you reach Gnesta town where you can enjoy a well earned rest before taking the train or bus onwards.

Meals: Breakfast & lunch
Paddling distance: 13.5 km

Accommodation

Level

The canoe route follows calm lakes without whitewater or currents. The Marviken lakes are very narrow and sheltered, lake Klämmingen is a little wider and therefore can catch more wind. The wind, if against you, can make the journey more challenging. In still weather the journey is considered an easy level.

Waterproof shoes recommended as it does get wet in the canoe as well as when you get in and out of the canoe.

Dates 

This trip is available in May, June, September & October on Saturday & Sunday.
This trip is available in June, July & August on Thursday.

Prices

** the child shares the tent with the parents. If the child prefers to have their own tent it will cost an extra SEK 250.

Price Includes

Route notes and maps (2 days) 

Transfer Läggesta/Åkers Styckebruk (Day 1) 

Canoe rental x 2 days 
Canoe trolley x 1
Canoe transfer from Gnesta (day 2)

Full camping & cooking equipment* 
BBQ dinner at campsite (Day 1)
Breakfast (Day 2)
Picnic lunch (day 2)

Setting up and taking down tent service*

*Good to know about the camping

Nordic Trails provide all camping equipment including tent, sleeping mat, pillows, sleeping bag, inner sheets, and all cooking equipment so you are able to prepare your meal
Dinner on day 1 is prepared and left for you in the tent
Breakfast & lunch for day 2 are also left for you in the tent

Day 1: Nordic Trails set up the tents for your arrival at the small camping area on Lake Klämmingen.
Day 2: Nordic Trails take down your tents and remove all equipment.
You just need to focus on enjoying the camping experience and beautiful scenery.

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