Nature experiences

Photographer: Jessica de Korte

Explore the nature in West Sweden

If you're looking for exciting nature experiences, West Sweden is the right place. You have Dalsland - the wilderness region closest to central Europe, the unique Bohuslän archipelago with its beautiful smooth granite shoreline against the open horizon, and the scenic plains, hills and forests of Västergötland.

Hiking

Cycling

Welcome to Dalsland – Sweden’s gravel destination

In the beautiful region of Dalsland, in West Sweden, you’ll find mile after mile of winding gravel roads which makes the area ideal for gravel cycling. And lots of great food places make it easy to combine your cycle tour with a pitstop.

Kayaking and canoeing

Fishing

7 unique hiking shelters

The freedom to roam

Wellness in West Sweden

Make your wellness and health goals a reality in West Sweden. Here’s a guide to relaxing yoga retreats, fun runs, cycling areas, wild swimming spots, lovely spa hotels and much more.

Feel better in West Sweden & Gothenburg

National Parks

There are four National Parks in West Sweden: Tresticklan, Kosterhavet, Tiveden and Djurö. Each has a very different character but what connects them all is that they offer epic nature experiences.

Discover West Sweden’s National Parks

More than 500 nature reserves

In addition to the large national parks, there are around 500 nature reserves with beautiful scenery in Västra Götaland. You can read more about some of them below.

Lake Hornborga

Kinnekulle

Kroppefjäll

Halle Hunneberg

Fegen

Vänga mosse

Hökensås

Svartedalen and Bohus trail

Explore the west coast by boat

It’s easy to get out to the thousands of islands in the Bohuslän archipelago with the help of local ferry and boat companies. You’ll find tips here on how to find your own favourite spot on the west coast – from the Kosterhavet sea in the north, to Gothenburg’s archipelago in the south.

Seafood Safaris

Add a little salt to your life.

Forest Bathing

Enjoy total relaxation.