The Top 10 Lakes in Västmanland
Looking to visit the best lakes in Västmanland? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Västmanland’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 27, 2025
Björnö Beach
Highlight • Beach
The beach makes a perfect spot to stop and take a break, with plenty of room to sit down or take a dip on a warm day. On a clear …
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View of Lake Mälaren
Highlight • Viewpoint
The views of Lake Malaren are absolutely stunning from this path on a summers day. Keep your eyes peeled for the varied wildlife that inhabits its shores.
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View of the Shoreline at Ängsö Nature Reserve
Highlight • Viewpoint
Ängsö Nature Reserve is a very diverse reserve with many different conditions
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Wilderness Hut by the Lake
Highlight • Mountain Hut
This wilderness hut and surrounding flat land is a perfect spot to stop and take a break. If you need to shelter from bad weather, the hut is available to use.
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Ormdalen Valley nature reserve forest
Highlight • Forest
This stretch of forest is fairy tail like, teaming with flowing streams, lush green vegetation, and surrounded by tall pine trees.
Keep your eyes peeled for the varied wildlife that inhabits the forest.
Keep your eyes peeled for the varied wildlife that inhabits the forest.
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Lake Tjurlången Wilderness Shelter
Highlight • Mountain Hut
A secluded wilderness shelter with views of lake Tjurlången. Perfect for an overnight camp spot, or a picnic break.
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Järndammen lake
Highlight • Lake
Along the trail here you may encounter diverse bird species and perhaps glimpse beavers near their dams. The path offers tranquil views of the water, with opportunities for fishing (with permissions) and picnics at designated spots
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Trummelsbergskogen Nature Reserve scenic woodland
Highlight (Segment) • Forest
The path running through the woodland and past Stora Trehörningen is stunning and peaceful, giving you the chance to immerse yourself in nature and escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
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Lake Dock and Shelter at Södra Hörken
Highlight • Lake
After a bit of gravel you come to a nice place by the lake were you can pause and have a swim. If you're wanting to stay the night, there …
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Sundsjön lake view
Highlight • Lake
The views of Sundsjön lake from the boardwalk here is lovely, and especially so on a sunny day. Keep your eyes peeled for the varied birdlife that inhabit the woodland around the lakes edge.
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