Jarnosleden is 28km long trail in Sweden. Start at lock Bjurbacken and continue through marsh land over planks. Enjoy this beautiful nature trail with various and fast changing landscapes, full of nice nature and rich history. It is also possible to continue further on trail Jarnleden.
GETTING THERE
Stockholm – 290km (3h 20min)
Gothenborg – 290km (3h 40min)
Oslo (Norway) – 280km (3h 40min)
Car parking: Park at free parking lot at Bjurbacken slussar, which is right at the start of Jarnosleden. Alternatively free parking at Hytte in Storfors (close to Nassundet). Since there is no public transportation available, you either you have to do part of the trail, there and back the same way or carpool with friends by parking one car at finish and then driving together to the start.
Public transport: No public transport available
Camper/ Van overnight stay: I have stayed at the small campsite at Bjurbacken slussar, 160 SEK without electricity or 220 SEK with electricity (prices 2024). Very basic campsite but highly recommended.
TRAIL NAVIGATION
You can navigate this trail without additional navigation. Jarnosleden trail is well sign posted in both directions. Follow orange markings which are mostly stripes on poles or trees but sometimes orange dots on stones or on the ground. Learn about fauna, flora, history and other interesting facts on many of the information boards along the way, which are available in Swedish, English and German language.
See map of the trail and the the area HERE
Learn more about the trail HERE
Find updates and more about the area HERE
From Hitte you can continue additional 30km on trail called Jarneleden, all the way to Kristinehamn.
TRAIL DETAILS
Bjurbacken slussar to Sandviken
Jarnosleden trail start about 1km along farms before turning into small forrest. Then the plank walk starts in bog area, which is really enjoyable and unique. I have heard grouses but otherwise the main wildlife I have seen were various kinds of insects and some birds. The plank walk is about 2km long and consists of 3 different paths interrupted by small forrest section. Reaching small tranquil pond right along trail marks the end of the plank walk. Enjoy another forrest walk, including crossing river over bridge (beavers might be spotted) before climbing up a small hill. The way up is slightly steep uphill on stones and the way down is easy incline descent on long gravel road. Continue straight down until you reach the lake. You can make stop and then continue along the lake all the way to Sandviken. From Sandviken there is easy gravel path towards Lundsberg.
Sandviken to Hytte
You can find trail descripition on the official website HERE
Trail is not recommended after heavier rain as the planks can be slippery and trail very muddy.
Tree coverage: The trail is mix of forrest and open area walk, providing some shade at times.
Geocaching: There are no geocaches or Adventure Labs along the trail
Dogs: If your dog is used to walk such distance. Dogs must be leashed
Shoes recommendation: If there has not been rain in last few days, regular trail runners are sufficient, otherwise boots with good profile
FACILITIES
Find some facilities along the trail, refer to map for exact location. Enjoy nice cafe and free public toilets at Bjurbacken slossar. There is very basic toilet once you first reach Stor-Lungen lake.
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
I completed part of Jarnosleden in July 2024 on Tuesday. Weather around 17 degrees, cloudy, humid after it has been raining lightly in the early morning. I have only met handful of people on the plank walk, otherwise the trail has been empty, I expect in nicer weather it would be slightly more busy even during a week.
