Platen's Grave – Motala Harbor and Canal Park loop from Motala

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Östergötland

Motala

Platen's Grave – Motala Harbor and Canal Park loop from Motala

Easy

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Platen's Grave – Motala Harbor and Canal Park loop from Motala

01:13

4.76km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 2.86 km for 24 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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673 m

Charlottenborgsslott

Highlight • Castle

1.73 km

Platen's Grave

Highlight • Historical Site

The builder of the Göta Canal was given a place of honor here.

At the funeral, an 800(!) gun salute rang out.

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2.75 km

M/S Kung Sverker

Highlight • Structure

With the M/S Kung Sverker, you can take a cruise on Lake Vättern or a day trip on the Göta Canal. For prices, departure times, and further information, I recommend the website: kungsverker.se

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2.80 km

Göta Canal Company Headquarters

Highlight • Monument

The Göta Kanalbolag (Canal Company) handles numerous matters related to the Göta Canal. Among other things, the company is committed to preserving the building and the canal (construction began in …

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2.82 km

Motala Verkstad Crankshaft

Highlight • Monument

An impressive crankshaft part from 1954 from the local Motala Verkstad. It weighs 35 tons. The entire crankshaft, to which this part belongs, weighs a total of 70 tons.

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2.84 km