NV Binnenband 8 Göta Kanal & Trollhätte Kanal

Swedens blue ribbon of 190 km in length - is probably one of the most scenic waterways in Europe. Every water sports enthusiast would like to pass the 58 locks downhill and uphill the picturesque landscape around the Göta Canal once. The minimum depth is 2.80 m so this passage is also attractive for sailors. The two huge lakes Vättern and Vänern invite you to linger. You need to allow plenty of time for the Göta Canal passage and again fine weather makes it even more enjoyable. The maximum permitted speed on the canal is 5 knots. The canal is open from May to September but in May and September you can only pass with a reservation and additional fees. This chart set contains 36 district and detailed charts.

"Göta & Trollhätte Kanal" is a chart set specially prepared for this unique system of canals rivers and lakes at a scale of 1:35000. It runs from Mem to Gothenburg including the passages through Lakes Vättern and Vänern. The details and concise texts provide information in Swedish and German on water depths passage heights locks moorings and many places of interest. Warnings are highlighted in red. The maps with their cartography offer a clear structure. Forewords explain the course of the water and an emblem on each page reveals the location in the sailing area.

NV Charts navigation app

All NV Charts nautical charts also include an access code to the digital nautical charts in the NV Charts app and can thus be easily downloaded. The charts are valid for 365 days from activation and can be used for offline navigation with the NV Charts app on iOS, Android, PC and Mac or also in the web browser.

The NV Charts app is the ideal addition on mobile devices. With the app, you can already plan a detailed route at home and thus prepare for your journey in the best possible way in conjunction with the paper chart. The app is intuitive to use and, thanks to an identical map image, you can orientate yourself on paper and digitally in a matter of seconds. The most up-to-date information is essential to navigate safely on the water with your sailboat or motorboat.

With the NV Charts app, you now have the opportunity to become part of the chart community. You can mark harbours, anchorages and navigation warnings on the digital nautical chart and also add interesting places beyond navigation, such as restaurants, with pictures and comments and share your experiences with other users. In addition, the NV Charts app offers an automatic routing function, search and all navigation functions for GPS navigation with your phone or tablet. More information at: nvcharts.com/app

More PC navigation apps: NV Verlag / NV Charts nautical charts can also be used in many other nv.digital compatible PC navigation programs such as NV Chart Navigator or Open CPN.

Our recommendation:
Once you have passed the Trollhätte Canal you will need NV SE 5.2 to manoeuvre safely through western Swedens archipelago near Gothenburg. We will be happy to provide you with the corresponding cruising guides.