Lake Illern – Lakeside Jetty with Seating loop from Sjökrogen

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Lake Illern – Lakeside Jetty with Seating loop from Sjökrogen

Moderate

4.3

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Lake Illern – Lakeside Jetty with Seating loop from Sjökrogen

03:22

12.9km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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4.45 km

Trail Junction at Illern Nature Reserve

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Here, directly north of Lake Illern, there's a large crossroads with trails leading in seemingly every direction. In addition to the reserve's information board, including a helpful hiking map, there's also a signpost pointing out the most important routes.

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4.72 km

Lake Illern

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Illern is right in the center of the nature reserve. Its waters are crystal clear, and the biodiversity is rich - a popular spot for fishers, birdwatchers, and nature lovers …

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5.38 km

Fire Pit and Picnic Area by the Lake

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The playground has now been expanded to include two new shelters.

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5.42 km

Lakeside Jetty with Seating

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A beautiful jetty with seating along the sides. A cute pair of ducks were taking a siesta here.

A little further up is a fire pit with benches.

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5.51 km

Picnic Area and Swimming Spot at Lake Illern

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If you walk south from the floating dock, after about 100 meters you'll reach a promontory that juts out into the lake to the east. Upon entering, you'll find several benches with a fantastic view of Lake Illern.

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5.61 km

Picnic Table by the Lakeshore

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On the same promontory where the northern section has benches, there's also one in the southern section. This one isn't as easy to spot from the path. The area there is smaller, but somewhat more secluded and therefore quieter.

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6.34 km

Dead Ice Pits

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Interesting information panel about the so-called dead ice. Old ice layers from former glaciers are responsible for the current faults in large parts of Småland. The abrasion of these massive …

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6.82 km

Between forest and lake

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The path twists through the forest, with breathtaking views over the lake visible between the branches.

The lake is nestled into the centre of the Illern Nature Reserve. The water is clear and the biodiversity is exceptional.

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9.34 km