Gravel roads in Småland
Here are some tips on gravel routes in Småland. We’ve also added suggestions for places to take a break along the way. Click on each route to view a map. Take it easy and enjoy the ride!
Habo Church gravel route, 64 km
This gravel route starts in central Jönköping. After a few kilometers on paved roads, you’ll find yourself riding on wonderful paths through pastures and rolling hills. After 12 kilometers, you rea…
This gravel route starts in central Jönköping. After a few kilometers on paved roads, you’ll find yourself riding on wonderful paths through pastures and rolling hills. After 12 kilometers, you reach a popular gravel section called Älgafall. The road continues through dense forests towards Mullsjö and then along crunchy gravel roads to Habo Church. On the way back to Jönköping, you get a striking view over the city and Lake Vättern. This tour is relatively easy.
Nice stop along the way: Lands konditori, a true gem in the area.
Accommodation options: Stora Hotellet Jönköping, Hotel Vox, Scandic Elmia, Jönköping.
Eksjö Gravel West, 40.4 km
Set off on a cycling tour through Småland’s enchanting gravel roads, from Eksjö Stadshotell and back to the charming Old Town. Along the winding roads, you’ll pass historical gems like Hyttens Mill…
Set off on a cycling tour through Småland’s enchanting gravel roads, from Eksjö Stadshotell and back to the charming Old Town. Along the winding roads, you’ll pass historical gems like Hyttens Mill and the beautiful Norra Solberga Church. Pause by peaceful lakes and let yourself be immersed in the mysterious atmosphere of the Småland landscape. Every pedal stroke brings you closer to a journey that blends the calm of nature with echoes of history. Make a stop at Filmbyn Småland. Stay overnight at Eksjö Hotell, Vimmerby Stadshotell, or Storebro herrgård.
Smaller Roads to Bunn, 90 km
This route is suitable for road bikes or leisure cycling. It starts in central Jönköping and takes you out of the city via a challenging serpentine road with a waterfall. After that, you’ll reach q…
This route is suitable for road bikes or leisure cycling. It starts in central Jönköping and takes you out of the city via a challenging serpentine road with a waterfall. After that, you’ll reach quieter roads that offer fast and exciting cycling. Along the way, you pass the beautiful village of Bunn, the “Tuscany of Småland,” with open landscapes, and Lake Landsjön – one of the most popular cycling routes in Småland. After the spectacular viewpoint at Vista Kulle, the route continues through apple orchards with an unmatched view over Lake Vättern on the way back to Jönköping. The difficulty level is relatively easy.
Fancy a coffee? Stop by Gårdsrosteriet.
Nearby accommodation: Stora Hotellet Jönköping, Hotel Vox, Scandic Elmia Jönköping
Isaberg, 100 km
Pack some extra snacks in your backpack for this route, which starts right at Isaberg Golf Club. The tour takes you between Småland’s thousands of lakes and waterways toward Gnosjö, along small, wi…
Pack some extra snacks in your backpack for this route, which starts right at Isaberg Golf Club. The tour takes you between Småland’s thousands of lakes and waterways toward Gnosjö, along small, winding roads with very little traffic. After Gnosjö, you continue toward Marieholms Bruk, a former iron and boat workshop. During summer, the barge runs along the Marieholm Canal between Hillerstorp and Marieholm. From there, you head north through dense, fairytale-like forests on the way back to Isaberg Golf Club. The tour is relatively easy.
Nice stop along the way: Enjoy waffles at Marieholms Bruk (open in summer).
Accommodation options: Hestraviken , Isaberg Mountain Resort
Gränna Hills, 40 km
This beautiful gravel loop starts in central Gränna and its picturesque surroundings. It is challenging right from the beginning and quickly leads you onto fantastic gravel roads. The loop is varie…
This beautiful gravel loop starts in central Gränna and its picturesque surroundings. It is challenging right from the beginning and quickly leads you onto fantastic gravel roads. The loop is varied, winding through forests and meadows, and finishes along the shores of Lake Vättern with outstanding views. This is a demanding tour. Why not stop at Café 7:an, the perfect place for a break after about 28 km, where they serve Småland’s regional specialty, ostkaka (cheesecake-style dessert).
Around Vetlanda, 60 km
This route starts in central Vetlanda and heads into the Småland countryside for a truly challenging climb. Turn north at Ekekull and after 30 kilometres you’ll pass Mellby Church. The route contin…
This route starts in central Vetlanda and heads into the Småland countryside for a truly challenging climb. Turn north at Ekekull and after 30 kilometres you’ll pass Mellby Church. The route continues along Lake Solgen and then heads back toward Vetlanda through farmland and dense Småland forests. After 60 kilometres you’ll reach the outskirts of Vetlanda again. A shorter version of this loop is possible by turning off at the village of Värne after 27.5 km, making the loop just over 40 km in total. This tour is relatively easy.
Nice stop along the way: Forngårdens sommarcafé, serving waffles and ice cream.
Accommodation: Wallby Säteri
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