Boating vacation

If you are planning a trip by sailboat, it is important to know the clearance heights along the canal. From Lake Vänern to Håverud, the clearance height is 26 meters. From Håverud to Lennartsfors ( ), the clearance is 17. . North of Lennartsfors, it decreases to 15.5 meters (14.5 meters in some places). Always check the current information on the nautical chart for fairway 956. The maximum draft in the locks is 1.80 meters.

If the lock gate is closed or no signal is given, dock at the waiting bridge. Locking takes place in order of arrival, unless the lock keeper decides otherwise. If there is no waiting bridge, the order of arrival applies directly upon entry. Passenger boats with a timetable always have priority.

When the lock gate is opened and several people are to lock at the same time, place fenders on both sides (particularly important when lowering wide boats). Do not enter the lock until you have received a signal from the lock keeper. Canoes always enter last.

Follow the lock keeper's instructions. The order can be changed for reasons of boat type or safety.

NOTE! When closing the lock, position the boat so that it is clear of the lock threshold aft of the boat.

The lock attendant throws down fixed lines. You are assigned a bow and stern cleat. Anchor around the button - do not tie up. You must be able to haul or slacken in line with the change in level. Keep the bowsprit firmly stretched when launching. There should be two of you on board. Turn off the engine.

Deflectors on the lock walls protect the boat. If the rail is against the deflector, the passage is smooth. Keep a few centimeters away with e.g. boat shake.

When the lock is ready: throw up the lines. Exit the lock in the same order as you entered, unless the lock keeper indicates otherwise. Always wait for the signal before leaving.