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VISIT Vättern 2023
from Visit Vättern 2023
by Runtvattern
Out and about on the John Jennings
For one week, every summer, a number of boats head out from Hästholmen on a short tour of Lake Vättern. The trip takes in the towns of Forsvik and Askersund.
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Vättern doesn’t divide us – we all share Vättern
Sustainable tourism – coming together and developing a place for future generations.
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Unknown depths
Lake Vättern was long considered to be bottomless. Two men tried to plot the depth off Omberg, where the lake was believed to be deepest. They joined together all the timber they had, but nothing reached the bottom.
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Birgitta as pilgrim
Birgitta is one of Europe's patron saints and this year marks 650 years since she died. During the middle ages, Vadstena became a well-known place of pilgrimage.
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A pilgrimage around Vättern
From 9 June to 9 July 2023, the attractive scenery around Vättern will be the site of a special pilgrimage.
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Diving in Vättern
The best freshwater diving in Scandinavia. We meet Niklas Jarsmo, an experienced diver. We also offer our tips for the best dive sites in Vättern.
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