Venjan is small village in Dalarna county in Sweden. It is surrounded by woods and lakes and it is quiet place to visit, ideal place for people searching for quiet place in nature. It is great place for swimming, kayaking, fishing, hiking, cycling and other sports. Enjoy nice 10km loop “Kraggaholms leden” through the woods passing by some lakes. While this hike is really nice, I only recommend if you are visiting the area/campsite. I would not travel specially for it.
More about Kraggaholms leden HERE
GETTING THERE
Stockholm – 360km (4h 30min)
Orebro – 240km (3h 10min)
Oslo (Norway) – 310km (4h)
By car: Park at the campsite at parking for swimming place.
By public transport: Take bus to Venjan village from Mora. From the village it is 1,3km to the start of the hike
By bike: Same as by car, note that the road can be relatively busy with cars and larger vehicles and it is quiet hilly. Electric bike or good stamina is required.
Camper/ Van overnight stay:
Paid – Venjans camping, slightly pricier (in 2025 cost 320 SEK/night with electricity) but nice campsite with all you need. Follow signs directly from the campsite
More about the campsite HERE
Free – Not noted any
TRAIL NAVIGATION
Navigation is relatively easy. Walk it in any direction by following yellow stripes or dots on trees, poles and other landmark. At some turns also sign posts are available, also with distances. You need to follow signs for Kraggaholms leden.
Gspx available on Wikiloc HERE
TRAIL DETAILS
Enjoy this easy and peaceful trail. About half of the trail is through forrest on single person trek and about 4km is on wide easy road. You will encounter only mild hills with only very short climbs at easy incline. The forrest trail can have some stones and roots at times, not a lot or very technical. Since you will pass by some lakes and swampy area, couple sections have wooded planks.
A lot of the forrest is covered by moss and blueberry plants. Take note that these woods have moose and droppings can be spotted on the trail. Keep eyes open and take caution especially if walking in the morning in the evening.
Old mill
If walking counter-clockwise, after about 3km there will be a turn to old mill, only few 100s meters from the path. It is marked only by a pole with a rock on top (on your right side), so pay close attention. It is just a ruin from stones by a creek. Nice place to take a break or enjoy the quiet.
OTHER DETAILS
Tree coverage: Heavy tree coverage, good protection from sun
Geocaching: There are no geocaches on the trail, only one at the campsite. No Adventure Labs.
Dogs: It is possible to the trail with a dog. Dog must be leashed.
Shoes recommendation: Any sports shoe will be sufficient. Boots might be better option if it has been raining
Hiking poles: Not necessary, very easy trail.
Trail running: Suitable for beginner runners, some of the forrest trail might be bit challenging. Some planks might be wobbly or slippery.
FACILITIES
There are no facilities along the way.
Restrooms: At Venjan campsite.
Restaurants: Not available in the area
Shops: At Venjan
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
I completed only about 7km of Venjan trail on two days, not as a loop. The conditions were cloudy and rainy. I have not encountered anyone but I do expect you might meet some people on weekend and in good weather. It is not touristy area, so I do not expect crowds. The trail was mostly fine and passable even after several days of rain with exception of the area of swamps between the lake and the bigger road, that was very muddy/flooded and not passable without boots.
