From idea to reality with a spade and von Platen’s persistence – a guided tour of the Göta Canal
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- From: 50 SEK
- Slussportsutställningen, Bergs slussar (Opens in a new window)
- Organizer: Linköpings Guideklubb
Already Bishop Brask and Gustav Vasa had thoughts of a canal through Sweden – but the technology and knowledge were lacking.
During the 18th century, locks began to be built past waterfalls, which interested Baltzar von Platen. By 1810, he had convinced the king and the parliament of the importance of a canal, and work could begin. Join a walk around the harbor basin in Berg and take part in the history of the diggers and the foundation of Sweden’s technical and industrial development.
Two locks are passed along the way, at the top of the lock staircase and above the hostel.
Starting point: Slussportsutställningen, Berg’s locks
Keep in mind that you can often walk, cycle, or use public transport to your event experience in Linköping.
Visit ostgotatrafiken.se for information about public transport! It is also often convenient to get to other parts of the municipality using public transport, see ostgotatrafiken.se for travel information.
When you arrive by train in Linköping
From Linköping’s Travel Center, most buses depart to get further within the municipality. From Linköping’s travel center, it’s just a short walk to the city!
Tips! Check out Linköping’s cycling map! Here you will find Linköping’s cycling map
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