Canoe tour Rottnan
The canoe tour Rottnan let you explore the tranquil Rottnan River as it meanders through the Finnish Forest in northern Värmland. Experience paddling the narrow waterways and small lakes along the tour.
4 days/3 nights (35km)
The river Rottnan winds its way across the Norwegian-Swedish border and through the old Finnish settlements that are nestled among spruce and pine trees in the forests of Värmland. The journey offers gently flowing water that is suitable for both experienced canoeists and beginners.
Canoe Rottnan
The package includes:
Things you can rent from us
- Tent (accommodates 3-4 people).
- Sleeping bag and sleeping pad.
- Cooking equipment, including a portable stove for preparing meals.
- Food for the entire stay, which you will prepare yourself during the trip.
Things you need to bring
- Clothing suitable for changing weather, including rain gear and a complete change of clothes. Extra shoes or boots.
- If you haven’t rented a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, or cooking equipment from us, you will need to bring your own.
- Food is an important part of the outdoor experience, and fresh air can make you extra hungry. Make sure to bring enough food if you haven’t ordered our provisioning package.
- Nice combination of narrow river and smaller lakes.
- Local transfers to/from the tour are included.
- For children, the canoe can be equipped with an extra seat.
You paddle independently and at your own pace throughout the journey. You have ample time to cover the distance of the tour, so enjoy the beaches and find your favourite spots to camp along the way. Your tour ends in the southern part of Lake Skallbergssjön where we pick you up and bring you back to Torsby, the starting point of your adventure.
How does it work?
Day 1:
- We meet at Torsby Herrgård (manor house) at 14:00.
- You receive the rented equipment and information about the journey.
- We provide transportation to the starting point of your canoe tour.
Day 2 – 4:
- Paddle along the river Rottnan independently and at your own pace.
- Find your own camping spots in accordance with Swedish public access rights.
Day 4:
- We pick you up at the end point at 13:00 for transfer back to Torsby.
- Return the rented equipment.
- Begin your journey home or on to new adventures.
Prices and departures
Period: 6th May – 26th August 2027
Departure:
Mondays (21st June – 16th August)
Thursdays (6th May – 26th August)
Time and place for arrival: 14:00 at Herrgårdsparken in Torsby.
Note! It is important that you keep this time!
| Canoe tour Rottnan (SEK/person) | Adult | Children 3-15 years |
|---|---|---|
| Basic equipment | 1880 | 940 |
Groups: 14 participants minimum. 1 person free. We reserve the right to assign groups to certain campsites. Before and after the period specified above, you may book any starting day (provided capacity is available) if you are at least four adults.
| Additional eq. (SEK/person) | Adult | Children 3-15 years |
|---|---|---|
| Cancellation insurance | 290 | 145 |
| Kitchen equipment | 380 | 190 |
| Sleeping bag | 280 | 280 |
| Tent | 740/tent |
Note! When booking kitchen equipment and/or food provisions, all participants in the same booking must select these items. At least 2 people are required to order kitchen equipment and provisions.
Requirements
Adults must be able to swim. Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult in the canoe. Advance booking of the package is mandatory. Cancellation insurance can be arranged at the time of booking. Participation is at your own responsibility. Please read our travel conditions before booking.
Faq
Are there portages along Rottnan?
No portages. However, if the water level is low, you may need to step out and pull the canoe past certain sections in the northern part — the first and most scenic part where the river is narrow and winding.
Are there prepared campsites along Rottnan?
Yes, but there is essentially only one at the beginning of the tour. It has a wind shelter, fireplace, and outdoor toilet.
Can we shop along Rottnan?
Yes. There is a small shop in Lekvattnet, famous for its fantastic cheese. However, opening hours can be irregular. In Lekvattnet, you’ll also find the Finnish Culture Centre, featuring exhibitions about the Forest Finns, as well as a café and the Lekvattnet local heritage center serving traditional specialties.
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The wilderness in the border area
The river Rottnan meanders through the border region between Swedish Värmland and Norwegian Hedmark, which is characterized by its vast forested landscapes. The area is dotted with stones left behind by the melting of the inland ice, and was sparsely inhabited for a long time. In the 17th century, the region saw an influx of immigrant farmers from Finnish Savolax. These “Forest Finns” were skilled in the practice of slash-and-burn agriculture, clearing the land by cutting down and burning the forest, then cultivating the nutrient-rich ashes.
Today, as you move through the forests, you can still see the long stone walls and piled stones, remnants of the immense effort and toil required for these early settlers to clear the land and establish their homes in this rugged remote area.