Skipper´s Guide EN 2023 1
Quick facts about the Göta Canal Number of locks
.......... 58 Length of the canal ..... 190 km Highest elevation above sea level ........... 91.8 m Number of marinas ...... 21 Year of construction .... 1810–1832 Maximum boat dimensions Maximum boat length. The entire length of the boat counts, including any bathing platform, bowsprit, dinghy or similar. 22 m 2.8 m Length ...................... 30 m Width ....................... 7 m Draught .................... 2.82 m Height ...................... 22 m Maximum speed ........ 5 knots Canal depth. Maximum draught for boats is 2.82 m but please note that this applies to the centre of the canal and that the depth decreases drastically towards the banks at an angle of 30 degrees. The canal does not reach this maximum depth at jetties or close to locks and bridges. Maximum sail height. Please note that there may be overhanging branches of canalside trees in some places. The maximum sail height applies to the centre of the canal. Welcome | 5