Flexible Tour

Our guided mountain bike tour offers an exciting and challenging experience for cycling enthusiasts.    Led by our experienced guides, you will get to explore beautiful and scenic areas on a bike specially designed for mountain biking. You'll get to test your skills on technical trails and climb up and down steep slopes while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. All our tours are adapted to your level and include equipment and safety equipment. So if you're looking for a memorable and adrenaline-filled experience, book your place on our guided mountain bike tour today!   [leaflet-map !scrollwheel fitbounds=0 width=100% height=650px zoom=12 zoomcontrol=1 addresses="Karlstad" ] [leaflet-scale] [leaflet-gpx src="https://varmlandbybike.se/wp-content/uploads/gpx/I2-skogen.gpx" weight=8 color=orange] {name} [/leaflet-gpx] [leaflet-gpx src="https://varmlandbybike.se/wp-content/uploads/gpx/karlstad-grand-mtb-loop.gpx" weight=8 color=red] {name} [/leaflet-gpx]

Our bike package for 2 adults and up to 4 children is perfect for families who want to experience the beach and nature together. With this package, you can easily explore the beautiful surroundings on safe cycle paths. Explore the coastline, enjoy the sea views and discover the rich wildlife found in the area.   The bikes are equipped with comfortable seats and storage spaces, so you can bring food and drink, clothes and other things you need during the ride. The bikes are easy to handle and safe for the whole family to use. With the long backrest, the children can sit comfortably and safely while you make your way along the cycle paths. With this bicycle package, you can create memories for a lifetime together as a family. Experience the beach and nature in a new way, and share the adventure with your loved ones. Order now and go on an adventure with the whole family! All bikes are electric bikes with a long range. Here you will find some selected places that are particularly suitable for families with small children. Take a swim or spend the whole day on the beach. Or discover some playgrounds out of the ordinary.   [leaflet-map !scrollwheel fitbounds=1 width=100% height=650px zoom=12 zoomcontrol=1 addresses="Karlstad" ] [leaflet-scale] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.37097723634047, 13.391933078750586"]Skutberget[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.36217109973908, 13.354965379460525"]Bomstadbaden[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.39448483994507, 13.613399516636642"]Alster strandband[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.36863058509431, 13.488783469971755"]Mariebergskogens badplats[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.38306074022152, 13.547014986712968"]Örsholmens badplats[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.38527018278663, 13.498680973097073"]Museiparken[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.31180708380331, 13.498195520483792"]Mörrudden[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-admin-post" color="white" address="59.38399992401826, 13.501412966081649"]Äventyrslekplats Museiparken[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-admin-post" color="white" address="59.369407360958704, 13.484366627436517"]Mariebergskogen[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-admin-post" color="white" address="59.39791298132047, 13.601934380083772"]Alster Herrgård[/leaflet-marker]  

Bathing places

Alster's beach bath Alster's Strandbad is a bathing spot on Lake Vänern with both a sandy beach and rock bathing. The swimming area is nice with a shallow sandy bottom and jetty. Here there is also a small sandy beach surrounded by rocks, and next to the pool is a marina. Jetty / Changing facilities / Barbecue area / Garbage bin / Toilet / Proximity to cafe/kiosk Bomstad baths Bomstadbaden is a child-friendly bathing area by Lake Vänern. The swimming area is very shallow and the sand is fine-grained, which in summer attracts many families with children. The 400-metre-long sandy beach means that the place is usually called Värmland's riviera. Changing facilities / Barbecue area / Rubbish bin / Toilet / Close to cafe/kiosk Mariebergsskogen's bathing area The swimming area in Mariebergsskogen is located by one of Karlstad's many Väner bays. It is a popular place with a lovely south-facing sandy beach and large grassy areas. When you want a break from swimming, you can borrow balls and play beach volleyball, street basketball, boules and rent clubs for the track golf and discover the rest of the park. Mariebergsskogen's swimming area is part of Mariebergsskogen, Karlstad's city park. The swimming area has a fairly large sandy beach and is surrounded by large grassy areas. It is very well visited and appreciated by both Karlstad residents and visiting tourists. In the kiosk you can buy ice cream and other things suitable for a day at the beach. When you want a break from swimming, you can borrow balls and play beach volleyball, street basketball, boules and rent clubs for the track golf. Toilet / Proximity to cafe/kiosk Orrholmen's bathing area Orrholmen's swimming area by Lake Vänern has a sandy beach and large grassy areas. Here is also close to a popular park playground. Jetty / Changing facilities / Barbecue area / Rubbish bin / Toilet / Proximity to cafe/kiosk Skutberget's bathing place Skutberget is a large and very popular bathing spot on Lake Vänern, with both cliffs and sandy beaches. Parts of the swimming area are accessible. Skutberget is located 7 kilometers west of the center of Karlstad. Here there are fine cliffs, sandy beaches and large grassy areas for sunbathing, games and play. In the area there is also a campsite and cabin rentals, playgrounds, nature trails and exercise tracks. Among other things, a very nice hiking trail to Kil starts from Skutberget. Part of Skutberget is accessible with a ramp down to the water, path and barbecue area. Changing facilities and a shower are available at Skutberget's exercise centre. Changing facilities / Barbecue area / Rubbish bin / Toilet / Close to cafe/kiosk Örsholmsbadet Örsholmsbadet by Örsholmstjärn is a child-friendly swimming area with sandy beaches and large grassy areas. The bath consists of two bathing areas, both of which have a sandy beach. Next to the beaches there are large grassy areas for sunbathing, playing and games. Jetty / Changing facilities / Barbecue area / Rubbish bin / Toilet / Proximity to cafe/kiosk

Playgrounds beyond the ordinary

Adventure playground in the Museiparken Marieberg forest Alster Manor

Experience a memorable family vacation with our offer "3 days with bike, beach and excursions". Enjoy nice bike rides along beautiful roads and visit scenic places together with your toddlers. End the day with a good swim on one of our beautiful beaches. Our excursions are adapted for families with small children and guarantee fun and adventure for the whole family.

Experience Karlstad on a new level with our exclusive package for 3 days and 4 nights. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and cultural scene while cycling around the city in the middle of the Klarälven delta. The package includes bicycle rental, suggestions and maps for tours to discover art and culture, and accommodation in a centrally located hotel.

Experience Värmland or Lake Vänern all around from the saddle. We have made it easier than ever to vacation by bicycle. With high-quality electric bicycles and unique tent trailers, the journey becomes comfortable. The tent trailer has all the camping equipment you need for a wonderful camping life.

Experience an unforgettable cycling adventure from Karlstad to Borgvik along the Unionsleden with our premium bike package. Enjoy two nights of luxurious accommodation at Hotel Kungskvarnen, including exquisite multi-course dinners, and customize your adventure with optional activities such as guided tours, paddling on Vänern, or hiking. A perfect mix of nature, history, and gastronomy awaits.

Experience Karlstad and Hammarö and the surrounding area from the bicycle saddle. Take part in the beautiful archipelago environments by Sweden's largest lake, feel the pulse of the summer city and enjoy unique sights in Värmland during three wonderful days. You live comfortably and strategically close to a network of cycle paths and cycle paths at the well-known Gustaf Fröding Hotell & Konferens. Choose yourself which tours will be your day's leg depending on your interest and mix well between both nature and culture themes, city-breaks with the pulse of a big city and harmonious archipelago environments. Karlstad is Värmland's largest city, known for its many hours of sunshine and the ever-present water. Solstaden - as it is also called - is built on a delta of the Klarälven's many branches, where the city center in the south also borders both the Väner coast and the island of Hammarö, a beautiful enclave that stretches out into the northern parts of the inland sea. Accessibility by bike is extremely good and in addition to many traffic-free options in the form of an extensive network of cycle paths, Karlstad is also a hub for two national cycle paths - the Unionsleden from Moss in Norway and the Vänerleden around the entire Lake Vänern - as well as the unique Klarälvsbanan cycle path which offers 100 km of traffic-free cycling through the Värmland landscape. Our unique cycling package invites great flexibility, but is also well planned: lunches are included regardless of where you choose to cycle. Various entrance tickets and coffee options as well. The accommodation holds the certification Cycle-Friendly Hospitality. Buy the package and take part in the various daily programs that are recommended. Customize the bike as needed - options such as a box electric bike with a seat for the children or a regular electric bike are possible. All day trips are available as a GPX file. [leaflet-map !scrollwheel fitbounds=0 width=100% height=650px zoom=12 zoomcontrol=1 addresses="Karlstad" ] [leaflet-scale] [leaflet-gpx src="https://varmlandbybike.se/wp-content/uploads/gpx/Boatbus.gpx" weight=8 color=aqua]Strand runda[/leaflet-gpx] [leaflet-gpx src="https://varmlandbybike.se/wp-content/uploads/gpx/Karlstad-Apertin-Domle.gpx" weight=8 color=red]Klarälvsbanan mot Gamla Kraftstation[/leaflet-gpx] [leaflet-gpx src="https://varmlandbybike.se/wp-content/uploads/gpx/teststracka-hammaro.gpx" weight=8 color=violet]Ö-runda[/leaflet-gpx] [leaflet-gpx src="https://varmlandbybike.se/wp-content/uploads/gpx/Konst-i-Karlstad.gpx" weight=8 color=orange]Konst & gallerior[/leaflet-gpx] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.37097723634047, 13.391933078750586"]Skutberget[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.36217109973908, 13.354965379460525"]Bomstadbaden[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.38527018278663, 13.498680973097073"]Museiparken[/leaflet-marker] [leaflet-marker svg background="#777" iconClass="dashicons dashicons-star-filled" color="gold" address="59.607943652921, 13.474629669311671"]Gamla Kraftstation[/leaflet-marker]  

Experience a scenic cycling trip along the Klarälvsbanan. Choose to ride on premium electric bikes from Karlstad or start in Råda after a bus journey, with an overnight stay in a cozy cottage and breakfast included. Explore the beautiful landscape of open farmlands and lush forests on this car-free, asphalted cycling path.

Accommodation in Sjögården at Dömle Manor, Entrance to our magical SPA, two-course dinner, and a wonderful manor house breakfast.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our bicycle tour around the stunning Lake Vänern in central Sweden! As you pedal along the Lake Vänern bike path, you will be treated to breathtaking views of the lake, picturesque countryside, and charming Swedish villages. Our route takes you through diverse landscapes, from lush forests to beautiful beaches, giving you the opportunity to experience the best of Swedish nature.