The vast forests of Tiveden reach Forsvik and lake Viken and create beautiful surroundings. When combined with the cultural history of Göta Kanal and the industrial history of Forsvik you get a fantastic environment for paddling
In order to give more people the possibility to experience Forsvik from its surrounding waters Hegarts offers guided canoe tours in wood and canvas canoes handmade by Josef Hegart himself. Experience the Forsvik nature and boat building tradition in one unique package.
The tours are given as day tours (about 4 hours) and as evening tours (about 2.5 hours) and are adapted to the weather and the conditions of the group. Josef Hegart is a certified canoe instructor and outdoor teacher with a lot of experience of leading canoe paddling in different settings. Josef is a skilled canoeist with a 10 week canoe journey in the Canadian wilderness on his resume.
The price includes the guided tour, all equipment, and a lot of Swedish fika. State allergies and other food preferences when booking. The guided tours are a recurring event and it’s also possible to book on another date if you contact Hegarts with your preferred dates.
DAY TOUR
Starting time: 13.00
Duration: about 4 hours
Price: 950 SEK for adults. 450 SEK for kids 7-18 years. Children 0-6 years free of charge.
EVENING TOUR
Starting time: 18.00
Duration: about 2,5 hours
Price: 600 SEK (no matter the age)
If you’re booking for a family – use the discount code FAMILJ10 to get the family rate (10% off).
APPLIES TO ALL TOURS
Starting point: At Hegarts canoe workshop (Baltzar von Platens väg 24, Forsvik).
What to bring: Water bottle, clothes suitable for canoe paddling, a change of clothes (you might get wet and want to change). Hegarts has drybags so your equipment will remain dry during the tour.
Included: the guided tour, all equipment, and a lot of Swedish fika
Required for participating: All participants must be insured and be able to swim.
Maximum number of participants: 8 adults or older children + 4 children
Click to see dates for guided tours in 2025
Contact Hegarts if you want to find another date.
Hire Hegarts for a whole group?
Want to book a canoeing trip for a group of friends or a family? Or are you looking for a complete outdoor package where you don’t have to worry about planning or gear? Hegarts can tailor a trip lasting anywhere from two hours to an entire weekend.
With in-depth knowledge of great excursion spots around Forsvik and Tiveden, and access to a solid fleet of canoes, life jackets, paddles in various sizes, and other essential outdoor equipment (dry bags, seat pads, tarps, camping stoves, etc.), Hegarts takes care of everything.
Get in touch with Hegarts and we’ll put together a setup that suits you and your group.
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