Trail section

Stage 2 Skatås - Kåsjön

  • Length

    10 km

  • Elevation

    153 m

  • Degree of difficulty

    Blue

  • Estimated time

    2,5h

From Skatås outdoor area, Gotaleden passes several nice bathing lakes up to the mountain Getryggen. Here you are rewarded with birdsong and views of green hills, spruce forest and parts of Gothenburg's skyline in the distance.

Skatås attracts all ages to exercise and outdoor life, but after only a few kilometers the exercisers are sparse and the tree trunks thicken. The Gotaleden continues on easy paths to the east through the nature reserve Knipeflågsbergen, a vast bedrock plateau, which borders the Delsjö area. The trail climbs here on the mountain Getryggen which has a wide view of Gothenburg.

If you walk in silence and listen, wait and scout, there are good chances to see animals such as moose and deer, but also smaller animals such as hares, foxes and badgers.

Further towards Kåsjön, the trail passes the legendary Blacktjärn. Blacktjärn is said to be guarded by seven invisible creatures and the lake's dark water is said to contain a beautiful lake. She guards an incomparable treasure that must be found deep down. Over the years, many attempts have been made to find the treasure, but so far all have failed.

At Kåsjön there is a nice swimming area and in summer also a kiosk and toilet. If you want to stay overnight, Partille Vandrarhem offers Bed & Breakfast.

The Skatås-Kåsjön section runs parallel to the Bohusleden and is easy to moderate, but has some steep passages.

Length: 10 km

Time: 2.5 hours excluding breaks

Difficulty: Easy to Medium.

Surface: Forest trails

Do not miss: The view from the top of Getryggen. To feel the calm along the trail, despite the proximity to Gothenburg and surrounding municipalities.

10 km

153 m

About Difficulty Grading

The grading of the trails is based on a common national standard. If you want to read more about this, visit the National Framework for Hiking Trails.

Even and firm ground: The terrain is generally flat. The hike requires no need to use your hands for support. No obstacles. Bridges are always present when crossing waterways.

Uneven and/or soft ground: Some changes in elevation. Certain sections may require hand support to maintain balance. There may be obstacles such as low stiles and short stairs. Minor obstacles like stones and roots. Boardwalks are present.

Loose or slippery ground combined with steep sections: Technical parts require hand support. There may be obstacles such as high stiles and longer stairs. Frequent sections with stones and/or roots. Boardwalks with deeper surrounding water.

Note: One or more of these features may be present along the trail section.

Blue

2,5h

  • Skog
  • Vandringsled
  • Gotaleden

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Photographer: Jonas Ingman / Westsweden.com

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