H&#;verud lockstation, Dalsland Canal
Lock chambers: 4
Elevation: 9,9 m
Duration: 1 hour
Opening hours
Håverud has a system of four locks and an aqueduct that goes past and over the rapids in the Upperud River. The four locks have a total height difference of 9,9 m. Once you have passed the lowest lock, follow a short stretch of canal until it curves to the left. Just after this will be a double lock, with a railway at the upper part; bascule bridge with 8,5 m clearance.
Boaters wishing to open the bridge should contact the lock keeper in advance; otherwise there is a risk that you will have to wait for the next turn. Immediately after the third lock, the canal enters the famous aqueduct (32,5 m long, 4,36 m wide, 1,8 m deep and anchored on sturdy granite piers) that leads the canal over the Upperud River’s old river channel (Håverud Rapids).
After the aqueduct is a dam and a short stretch of canal before the uppermost lock in Håverud. Just before this top lock, you will pass a large fixed road bridge.
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H&#;verud - by the canal
Obviously, we want you to familiarizeyourself with the unique aqueduct and Nils Ericson’s astounding technical solution. What makes the aqueduct so special is the meeting between the waterway, rail and road, a subject that has been photographed by so many visitors over the years.
The history and culture of the canal
If you want to learn more about the history of Håverud and the Canal make a visit to our lovely Canal Museum or why not take a guided walking tour along the locks and aqueduct. But there are also many other sights, stroll along the quayside, visit some of the friendly shops, see the seasons exhibitions or listen to an afternoon concert. Why not try glass blowing, enjoy a good lunch on the quayside followed by an ice cream in the sun while watching small boats and canoes being channeled through the four locks?
Large range of activities available
Are you looking for an active holiday? Then don’t forget to pack your hiking boots when you plan your visit to Håverud – Pilgrimsleden (the Pilgrim Trail) is just a stone’s throw from&nbs
HÅVERUD
Located in the beautiful Dalsland countryside, Haverud is known for its iconic aqueduct, a masterpiece of engineering art.
Surrounded by lush forests and shimmering lakes, Haverud offers an enchanting destination for nature lovers and history buffs who want to discover the unique combination of technology and nature. Håverud is a picturesque village located in the municipality of Mellerud in the region of Dalsland, in western Sweden.
The village is best known for its historic aqueduct and lock complex, which is a major tourist attraction in the region, the aqueduct is an impressive structure completed in
It is part of the Dalsland Canal, which connects Lake Vänern with Lake Värmeln. The aqueduct allows boats to bridge the difference in altitude between the two lakes through an ingenious system of watercourses and locks.
Besides the aqueduct and locks, Håverud also offers beautiful natural surroundings with vast forests, lakes and hiking trails.
It is a popular destination for lovers of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing and canoeing.
Near Håverud, you can also find other attractions, such as the Dalsland Centre, a museum highlighting the history of the
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