Welcome to Sweden’s
most magnificent lake

Experience Sweden’s inland sea

Lake Vänern has much to offer all the senses. All year round. Where sea meets shore, you can savour nature, culture, meals and activities for your enjoyment. You’re welcome to visit via the water or dry land – it’s always open.

Life by Sweden’s most spectaular lake

Vänern is not only a lake to enjoy but also an ecosystem to take care of. The region is also a part of Sweden where people live and work and where trade and industry are growing. Many people are engaged in management and development in a number of areas to ensure that Vänern will continue to be a fantastic resource for humans, animals and nature.

Buildning on the past for future generations

Lake Vänern and the adjacent region has been formed for more than 10 000 years. It is a great responsibility to manage this amazing resource, and requires collaboration between many stakeholders. Read more about our history and current work here.