Hallsjön Hiking Trail
Vargön

Welcome to Hallsjön on Halleberg

Hallsjön is located on the plateau mountain Halleberg and is the mountain’s only lake. The lake is perhaps best known for its fishing, as rainbow trout, brown trout, and Arctic char are stocked here during autumn. You may also catch pike and perch.

But Hallsjön offers much more than fishing. Well-cleared paths, shelters, and barbecue areas make it a perfect place for a relaxing hike in beautiful natural surroundings or for enjoying a peaceful break by the water.

Moderate hiking trail in beautiful nature

Quick facts
Length: approx. 5 km
Difficulty: Moderate
Nearest parking: From Trollhättan/Vänersborg, drive to Vargön and continue up Halleberg. Follow the road toward Predikstolen/Ovandalen. A parking area is located on the right-hand side of the road, just before Kungens kök. (Find on Google Maps)

Enjoy a pleasant hike — or perhaps a refreshing jogging tour — around Hallsjön on Halleberg. The trail is approximately 5 km long and starts from the parking area on the eastern side of the road from Vargön, just before Kungens kök. The trail circles the entire lake, and several barbecue areas along the way invite you to stop and relax. On the southern side of the lake you will also find two shelters.

On the northern side of Hallsjön lies Kasan, also known as Kungens kök, which is used by King Carl XVI Gustaf as a lunch spot during the royal hunts on Halleberg.

If you feel like extending your hike, continue east from the eastern end of Hallsjön to reach the beautiful viewpoint Skytteklev.

Buy the Ekopark Halle- and Hunneberg hiking map

Want to explore more of Ekopark Halle- and Hunneberg? We recommend purchasing the official hiking map of the mountains. It includes information about all 15 hiking trails, showing difficulty level, length, and nearby fire pits and shelters.

In addition to hiking information, the map also provides useful tips on things to see and do on Halleberg and Hunneberg.

The map is available for purchase at Halle- & Hunneberg Infocenter, Trollhättan Tourist Office, and Vänersborg Tourist Office for 100 SEK. It can also be ordered online for 100 SEK plus shipping.

Order the map online

The Ecopark, Right of Public Access, wildlife and fires

Special regulations apply within Ekopark Halle- and Hunneberg. An overview can be found here. Please remember that the area is rich in wildlife, including moose, beavers, and other animals. Spring is nesting season for many species, so take extra care and show respect for nature.