Swedens blue ribbon of 190 km in length - is probably one of the most scenic waterways in Europe. Every water sports enthusiast would like to pass the 58 locks downhill and uphill the picturesque landscape around the Göta Canal once. The minimum depth is 2.80 m so this passage is also attractive for sailors. The two huge lakes Vättern and Vänern invite you to linger. You need to allow plenty of time for the Göta Canal passage and again fine weather makes it even more enjoyable. The maximum permitted speed on the canal is 5 knots. The canal is open from May to September but in May and September you can only pass with a reservation and additional fees. This chart set contains 36 district and detailed charts."Göta & Trollhätte Kanal" is a chart set specially prepared for this unique system of canals rivers and lakes at a scale of 1:35000. It runs from Mem to Gothenburg including the passages through Lakes Vättern and Vänern. The details and concise texts provide information in Swedish and German on water depths passage heights locks moorings and many places of interest. Warnings are highlighted in red. The maps with their cartography offer a clear structure. Forewords explain the course of the water and an emblem on each page reveals the location in the sailing area.
