The lake system adjacent to the Dalsland Canal has long been one of the most popular canoeing areas in Europe. There are many canoe rental companies that can also assist with tour suggestions and tips. Below you will find some options.

Gustavsfors, Värmland
Alcatraz
Alcatraz is a modern experience center with personalized service in a historic building. Here you'll find endless family canoeing on beautiful clear lakes or a day of kayaking with your friends.

Bengtsfors, Dalsland
Boathouse / Dietz
If you want to rent a kayak or canoe in Dalsland and Värmland, you'll find some of the most experienced and dedicated rental companies. They are passionate about paddling and want to give you the best conditions for a memorable trip.

Lennarsfors, Årjäng
Elovsbyn Camp & Canoe
A small nature campsite in Lennartsfors on Lake Foxen/Stora Le, which is part of the beautiful lake system of the Dalsland Canal. Here is the opportunity to take a paddle trip into Norway too if you feel like it.

Håverud, Dalsland
Håverud Hotel
Where nature meets comfort on the beautiful Dalsland Canal. Enjoy inviting rooms, breathtaking views and genuine hospitality. Whether it's for relaxation or adventure, Håverud's hotel offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of Dalsland.

Svanskog, Värmland
Canoe Center Svanskog
Kanu Center Svanskog is located in one of Sweden's most beautiful canoeing areas. For a canoe trip on your own, you can choose from over 20 tour suggestions and put together your own adventure.

Dals Långed, Dalsland
Laxsjöns Camping & Friluftsgård
The campsite and open-air farm is beautifully situated on a peninsula in Laxsjön - part of the Dalsland Canal, right in the heart of Dalsland. From here it is close to everything the landscape has to offer.

Kråkviken, Dalsland
Outpost North
Outpost North is your gateway to a variety of nature experiences. In addition to canoeing, they offer mountain bike tours through Nordic forests, guided hikes with wilderness cooking and relaxing days by the lake.

Grunnerud, Årjäng
Scandiatrail
Scandiatrail offers adventurous paddling trips in the heart of Scandinavian nature. From their starting point at Grunnerud, you'll set out on lakes, rivers and quiet waterways in the wilderness where you become one with the landscape.
Experience more of both Dalsland and Värmland
Along the Dalsland Canal, nature experiences and adventures follow one another. Here you can read more about all the places you can experience along the Dalsland Canal with attractions, restaurants, cafés and activities.