Our 10 most popular sights!

Läckö Slott

Magnus de la Gardie’s baroque mansion, has a magnificent location on a promontory in the Eken archipelago in Vänern outside of Lidköping. Läckö Slott is one of West Sweden's most popular tourist destinations and has been nominated as the most beautiful mansion in Sweden.

Best Time to Experience: June-August

Hindens Rev 

This five-kilometre peninsula extending straight out into Lake Vänern. It is 25-100 metres wide and 21 metres above Lake Vänern at its highest point. The ultra-narrow promontory of Hindens Rev provides an enjoyable spot for a walk with an exciting sense of history.

Best Time to Experience: All year round

Spikens Fiskehamn 

Spiken in summer is a delightful hive of activity, with throngs of tourists mixing with the fishermen who work here. You can purchase freshly-smoked fish, freshwater fish, processed products, local delicacies and our superb vendace roe. Here is also a range of first-class restaurants and cafés to choose from.

Best Time to Experience: April-september

Hellekis Säteri & Trädgård

A manor with exotic trees and a wonderful old-fashioned rose garden. Enjoy a lovely walk in the exceptional park at Hellekis Säteri (Manor) with magnificent rose garden, flowerbeds full of perennials and the café’s delicious food and pastries. 

Best Time to Experience: April-september

Historical Husaby

Husaby has been attracting visitors for over a thousand years. Sweden’s first Christian king, Olof Skötkonung was baptised here. In the early Middle Ages Husaby was one of the most important settlements in the country with its church, bishop’s castle and holy wells.

Best Time to Experience: All year round

Kinnekulle utsiktstorn 

Kinnekulle View Tower, built in 1892, stands 19 metres tall atop the 306-metre Kinnekulle hill. From here, the panoramic view stretches up to 90 km across Lake Vänern on clear days. A must-visit spot for nature lovers and photographers alike.

Best Time to Experience: June-august

Stora Stenbrottet

The Grand Quarry on Kinnekulle is one of the most popular attractions. In addition to its breathtaking views and unique natural surroundings, the quarry also features a small fishing lake at its center. Set up your coffee break at the benches available in the quarry or why nor use one of the designated grill areas to make a barbecue.

Best Time to Experience: April-october

Lidköping City Centre

Get to know the city by visiting the cabblestone streets, cozy cafés and rich history. Explore the weekly markets, culture or discover world-class porcelain art.

Best Time to Experience: All year round

Kinnekulle

Kinnekulle is part of UNESCO Global Geopark and biosphere reserve. It offers unique accommodation, excellent food, stunning views, and year-round activities. The area is known for its unique geology, rare plants, and rich history with medieval churches and grand manor houses. The beautiful nature invites you to hike or cycle, and many local craftspeople are happy to showcase their work. A visit here leaves a lasting impression.

Best Time to Experience: April-november

Lake Vänern

Lake Vänern is often referred to as an inland sea due to its size and diversity. Here, you can explore by boat, go fishing, swim, or simply enjoy the water. If you have your own boat, there are many guest harbors. Otherwise, you can join an organized tour and experience the lake’s unique nature with its 220 kilometres of shoreline and an archipelago of 22,000 islands, islets and skerries.

Best Time to Experience: All year round