Kungsbacka (the square) – Gothenburg (Central Station) Distance: approx. 63 km
The Kattegattleden follows the winding Kungsbacka river through the city. The river flows out into the Kungsbacka fjord and from the other side of the water you can look back at Tjolöholm Castle. The Onsala peninsula, where you now find yourself, has a fascinating maritime history. The king’s privateer, Lars Gathenhielm, is buried in Onsala church. At the Boat and Maritime Museum, just below the church, they know everything about “Lasse i Gatan”, who was born here in Onsala in 1689, and all the other fascinating maritime history that has shaped the area.
Don’t forget to stop at Gottskär, at the far end of the peninsula, and taste the famous raspberry cake at Jönssons konditori! The Kattegattleden continues along cycle paths, forest tracks and minor roads with mixed traffic through forests, open land and residential areas.
During the last century, royalty and Gothenburg’s high society enjoyed themselves in Särö. It is easy to understand why – the sea and the nature are wonderful. Take the opportunity to stroll along the coast in the Särö Västerskog nature reserve. After Särö you will soon reach the old railway embankment that remains from the former Säröbanan line, and between Billdal and Askim you cycle right along the sea.
Cliffs, lush forest, coves and small marinas line your route and there are plenty of swimming spots. The route also passes the scenic Stora Amundön and the popular Hovåsbadet.
Closer to central Gothenburg, the route takes you past Nya Varvet and Röda Sten, with the Klippan cultural reserve and the Röda Sten art gallery. The route continues along the Göta älv, past Skeppsbron and the floating ship museum Maritiman, before you reach the finish line at the Gothenburg Opera and the guest harbour of Lilla Bommen. Welcome to Gothenburg!
