Sweden by bike around Lake Mälaren

Name: Sweden by bike around Lake Mälaren
Brand: Cyclando
Price: 89.49654 EUR
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Tour

E-bike tours, Bike Tours

Duration

8 days

Distance

335Km

Self-guided

The beauty of this package is in the freedom it offers: without a guide, you are free to decide the timing, pace, and stops of your journey. Travel freely, travel your way!

3/5 Medium

Moderate, between 35 and 85 kilometers per day with an elevation gain between 300 and 1000 meters.

Ring

The starting point is the same as the ending point, with overnight stays in different hotels and daily stages.

Description

Day 1: Stockholm
Individual arrival in Stockholm and hotel accommodation. Treat yourself to a walk in the capital of Sweden and explore some of its numerous tourist attractions. In the evening, a welcome briefing and bicycle handover will await you (if booked).

Day 2: Stockholm – Södertälje (60 km)
Skirting Lake Mälar, the third largest lake in Sweden, you will follow an ancient trade route dating back to the Viking Age. Along the way, you will encounter Drottningholm Palace, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, right on the lakeshore, the royal family grew up. The 18th-century Chinese pavilion is also worth a visit. Continue, with a short ferry ride, towards Södertälje, and then reach Sturehov, on the eastern side of Lake Mälar, where you can enjoy a great lunch. Södertälje is located south of Stockholm, where the lake connects to the Baltic Sea, through the lock in the Södertälje canal.

Day 3: Södertälje – Mariefred/Strängnäs (45 – 60 km)
Today you will pedal on small secondary roads, up to Gripsholm Castle, housing the national portrait collection with over 4,000 works, tracing portrait art from the 1400s to the present day. The castle's history dates back to 1370 when Bo Jonsson Grip built a castle on a promontory that, through various expansions, became Gripsholm Castle. Overnight in Mariefred or proceed to Strängnäs.

Day 4: Mariefred/Strängnäs – Eskilstuna (45 – 60 km)
Today the Mälardalsleden (Swedish name for the Lake Mälar route) will take you through the Strängnäs fjord, up to Eskilstuna; here you can admire the former market and the bishop's seat, as well as small shops, galleries, and beautiful boutiques. We recommend visiting the blacksmith's shop and the Rademachersmedjorna museum, where you can watch blacksmiths and craftsmen at work.

Day 5: Eskilstuna – Västerås (65 km)
Today's day starts with a lake crossing! There are two possible routes. Following the road to Västerås you can choose whether to make a small detour to visit the magnificent park of Torshälla famous for its notorious sculptures including Bo Englund and Allan Ebeling. Continuing along the road you will reach Strömsholm palace where you can take a short break sipping a coffee. Once in Västerås, you can visit this splendid old town and the dome.

Day 6: Västerås – Enköping (50 km)
Today you will follow the Mälardalsleden that will take you to Enköping. This charming town is located at the mouth of the Enköpingså River and is well known for its splendid gardens. In addition, its municipality hosts more than 180 rune stones and in some of these, you will have the honor to walk along your way.

Day 7: Enköping – Sigtuna (70 km)
Today you will travel on dirt roads and paved secondary roads, to reach Sigtuna. The city was founded in 980 and is, along with Lund, the oldest extant city in Sweden. The town was built on coins and rune stones, as in the past, it was an important administrative center. You will end the day with a walk along the main street, with its small houses in the typical Swedish style of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.

Day 8: Stockholm
After breakfast, services end and individual departure or possibility to extend the stay in Stockholm.

By choosing to travel by bike with us, you help us make the world a better place: we plant a tree for every trip sold

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✅ What is included in the trip?

Travel/Medical Insurance 24/24
Overnight stay and breakfast
GPS or navigation APP
Luggage transfer
Local telephone assistance 7/7
Welcome briefing
Detailed description and maps of the itinerary

❌ What is not included?

Transfers not listed as "Included"
City tax
Tips
Journey to/from the starting point of the tour
Meals and drinks not listed as "Included"
Bike rental
Extras
Entrance fees, ferries and anything not listed as "Included"

💸 Cancellation fees

Time Range
Full refund
More 28 days of departure
80%
From 28 to 27 days before departure
70%
From 27 to 13 days before departure
50%
Up to 7 days before departure
Not refundable

Sweden by bike around Lake Mälaren

To discover the third largest lake in Sweden by bike, Lake Mälaren, along an ancient Viking trade route
To pedal around Lake Mälaren, very popular thanks to the numerous bays and islands with recreational areas
To discover the majestic Drottningholm Palace and Gripsholm Castle, which houses a collection of over 4,000 portraits
To be enchanted by the ancient city of Sigtuna, built on coins and runic stones
To finally reach the fascinating Stockholm and rediscover the history of the Vikings at the Vasa Museum
To go on a discovery of Sweden by bike and boat, accompanied by the beautiful views of the North Sea

Package only on request.

Some of our tours are not available or bookable at the moment. If you are interested in this tour, then ask our team for more information on upcoming availability, or on a similar tour available or bookable immediately!

🙋 Frequently asked questions

Can I bring my own bike?
Of course! You can participate in any tour with your own bicycle or rent one. However, we recommend renting because not all spare parts are the same, and only with our bikes can we guarantee the best mechanical assistance.
What kind of assistance will I have during the trip?
You will always have an emergency phone number to refer to. In self-guided trips, you should be able to perform minor repairs, like replacing a tube in case of a puncture, or fixing a dropped chain, but you can always count on local assistance for more serious breakdowns.
How do I know if a tour is within my capabilities?
We classify tours on a scale from 1 to 5 based on length, elevation, and complexity of the itinerary, but if you have doubts, contact us and we will help you find the most suitable journey for you.
What is the cost of renting bicycles?
The rental cost varies depending on the bicycle model and the duration of the tour. For some tours, we offer the possibility to rent different types of bicycles. During the purchase process for each route, you will be asked to indicate your preferred bike type and the corresponding price will be shown, so you can choose freely and without surprises.
Are rented bikes equipped with accessories like lights or bags?
Yes, rented bicycles are equipped with all necessary accessories to comply with road traffic regulations (lights, bell, etc.). A lock, repair kit, and a bag to carry everything you need for a day in the saddle are always included in the rental. Additionally, we offer the option to request extra accessories based on your needs.