The stage begins at Söderbärke Church and ends at Norrbärke Church in Smedjebacken. Walk along the shore of Lake Norra Barken and experience both an old manor environment and a well-preserved blast furnace.
Stage Section 6 Söderbärke - Smedjebacken Length: 15.2 km Starting Point: Söderbärke Church Endpoint: Smedjebacken Church Difficulty Level: Green, an easy hiking trail that is also suitable for cycling. Time Required: 3 hours 48 minutes Trail Description: The stage starts at Söderbärke Church and continues through the village, alongside a scenic road by Lake Norra Barken and Strömsholm Canal. In Vanbo, you pass Wanbo Manor, where there is an option for overnight stays and lunch. After Vanbo, the trail proceeds towards Flatenberg and its furnace before approaching Smedjebacken. The stage concludes at Norrbärke Church in central Smedjebacken.
There are a few hills near Rastahyttan and Söderbärke. Surface: Mostly asphalt roads. Occasionally, on gravel bike paths. Parking: Parking is available at the churches. Facilities: Restrooms and drinking water are available at the churches.
A restroom with a sink and drinking water is available at the parish hall in Söderbärke. Entrance is at the back, facing Lake Norra Barken.
A restroom with a sink and drinking water is available during the summer in Smedjebacken Harbor.
Visit Dalarna is not responsible for the trail or its maintenance. Keep in mind that trails are affected by the seasons and weather, so please check the conditions before starting your hike.
Stage Section 6 Söderbärke - SmedjebackenLength: 15.2 km
Starting Point: Söderbärke Church
Endpoint: Smedjebacken Church
Difficulty Level: Green, an easy hiking trail that is also suitable for cycling.
Time Required: 3 hours 48 minutes
Trail Description: The stage starts at Söderbärke Church and continues through the village, alongside a scenic road by Lake Norra Barken and Strömsholm Canal. In Vanbo, you pass Wanbo Manor, where there is an option for overnight stays and lunch. After Vanbo, the trail proceeds towards Flatenberg and its furnace before approaching Smedjebacken. The stage concludes at Norrbärke Church in central Smedjebacken.
There are a few hills near Rastahyttan and Söderbärke.
Surface: Mostly asphalt roads. Occasionally, on gravel bike paths.
Parking: Parking is available at the churches.
Facilities: Restrooms and drinking water are available at the churches.
A restroom with a sink and drinking water is available at the parish hall in Söderbärke. Entrance is at the back, facing Lake Norra Barken.
A restroom with a sink and drinking water is available during the summer in Smedjebacken Harbor.
Visit Dalarna is not responsible for the trail or its maintenance. Keep in mind that trails are affected by the seasons and weather, so please check the conditions before starting your hike.
