Boat trip on the Göta river
Trollhättan

Welcome aboard M/S Elfkungen

M/S Elfkungen is one of Sweden's oldest and best-preserved archipelago ships and was built in 1875. During the summer months several tours are organized, among them the popular daily Trollhätteturen (Trollhättan tour), which offers a trip along Trollhätte Canal, including travel in the Brinkebergskulle locks by Vänersborg and back. 

Cafeteria on board that serves lunch, coffee, soft drinks and sandwiches. Wine, beer and other beverages are sold at sea prices. 

Payment by cash or card accepted.

Tours 2025

Trollhätteturen - daily tours June 22 - August 17
Enjoy a relaxing journey of approximately two and a half to three hours along the Trollhätte Canal, including a lock passage. A truly interesting tour for those interested in boats and nature. On board, delicious homemade lunches, coffee, and drinks are served to those who wish.
Start from the Trollhättan Locks area at 12:00 PM
Start from Strandgatan behind Scandic Swania at about 12.20 PM
Ticket prices: Adult 300 SEK. Children under 15 years 100 SEK. 
Tickets are sold onboard. Advance booking is not necessary. 

Along the Göta River - Sundays June 1, 8, 15, August 24, 31 and September 7 and 14
We set course for Lilla Edet and during the journey, we pass the impressive "Slusstrappan" in Trollhättan, which has a height difference of 32.4 meters. The journey continues through the most beautiful part of the Göta Älv down towards Lilla Edet. Our skilled troubadours will entertain you during the journey. On board, delicious homemade lunches, coffee, and drinks are served to those who wish. After a pleasant day trip, we return to the upper lock around 4:00 PM.
Start from the Trollhättan Locks area at 11:00
Ticket prices: Adult 595 SEK. Children under 15 years 200 SEK.
Please note: you need to book tickets in advance by phone to +4670-634 20 45

Shrimp cruises - Thursdays June 12, August 21, 28 and September 4 and 11
500 grams of shrimp are served with sides such as butter, bread, aioli, and salad. On board, MSC-certified shrimp are served for well-managed and sustainable fishing.
Start from Trollhättan Locks area at 18:00 / 6.00 PM
Back at around 21:00 / 9.00 PM
Ticket prices: 595 SEK. excluding drinks.
Please note that you have to pre-book your tickets by phone to +4670-634 20 45. You must book your ticket before 15:00 (3 p.m.) on the day before the trip at the latest.

Group Travel and Charter

Weddings - Birthdays - Company Holiday - Customer Meetings - Secret Trip. The ship company Rederi AB Strömkarlen that owns M/S Elfkungen offers group trips and charter and the ship can be hired when the tours does not prevent it during May - October. Experience a day or evening excursion along Göta river with good food.