JÖNKÖPING - VADSTENA

134 KM (83,3 MILES)

7-8 DAYS 

The route from Jönköping to Vadstena is one of the most beautiful pilgrimage routes in the Nordic countries. A seven to eight-day hike along Sweden's second-largest lake with breathtaking viewpoints and unique biosphere areas. CNN recently listed Lake Vättern and its surrounding nature as one of the 20 most beautiful places in Europe.


I BRIEF

  • Total length: 134 km (83.3 miles)

  • Number of stages/hiking days: 7-8

  • Length of stages: 11-27 km/day (7-17 miles). 4-8 hours of hiking per day.

  • Places for food and accommodation: Pilgrim-friendly accommodations and dining options can be found on the digital map guide below.

  • More information: The route from Jönköping to Vadstena is connected by two trails; the Fransiskusleden and the Östgötaleden.

STAGES

  • Stage 1: Jönköping - Kaxholmen 17,4 km/10.8 miles (Franciskusleden)

  • Stage 2: Kaxholmen - Ölmstad 14,2 km/8.8 miles (Franciskusleden)

  • Stage 3: Ölmstad - Gränna 16 km/10 miles (Franciskusleden)

  • Stage 4: Gränna - Stava 15,5 km/9.6 miles (Franciskusleden)

  • Stage 5: Stava - Ödeshög 15,4 km/9.6 miles (Franciskusleden, Östgötaleden)

  • Stage 6: Ödeshög - Stocklycke 13,3 km/8.3 miles (Östgötaleden)

  • Stage 7: Stocklycke - Borghamn 14,4-16 km/6.5-10 miles (length depending on the western or eastern route on Omberg) (Östgötaleden)

  • Stage 8: Borghamn - Vadstena 27 km/16.8 miles (Östgötaleden)

Digital Map

The map is a planning tool and should not replace a physical map and compass, as deviations may occur. The service is managed by Naturkartan. Please note that trail information is owned and updated by the respective trail manager (e.g., municipality or county administrative board).