Anfasteröd Gårdsvik’s proximity to both the sea and forest, combined with its rural location, makes the range of hiking trails and walking paths extensive. Generally, it can be said that the walks along the sea, such as the Kuststigen, often follow smaller roads and pedestrian/cycle paths through built-up areas, while the trails at Bredfjället, including the Bohusleden, follow paths through natural areas with forests, bogs, and lakes. Some of the trails start right outside our reception, while others require you to reach a starting point further afield. The sketched map at the bottom of the page indicates the location of the different hiking suggestions in relation to us (marked with START). A digital map with the hiking trails can be found here.
Our shortest and perhaps most beautiful hike is just 2.5 km round trip and takes you through the forest and up the mountain behind our facility, rewarding you with a magical view of Havstensfjorden. Especially at sunset! Another hike that starts at our reception takes you along the sea and offers both cliffs and a small sandy beach for those who want to take a dip (5 km).
The Coastal Path stages 4 and 5 pass by our reception. The best information about the trail can be found in the official hiking guide here. These hikes are not circular routes but follow the trail southward or northward. In the summer, you can take the archipelago boat from our dock (Anfasteröd) north to Åh stiftsgård, right next to Saxenhov, and then hike stage 4 Saxenhov – Ljungskile on the Coastal Path (and a small part into Stage 5, through Lyckorna) back to us. The summer schedule can be found here. It is also possible public transportation between the bus stop ‘Hummervägen’ (1 km from the reception) and the bus stop ‘Åh’ with a transfer in Ljungskile. Along Stage 4 of the Coastal Path, there are many opportunities for swimming and dining, such as at Ulvesund’s greenhouse, Kärrstegens farm, and the Salmon Shop. If you walk south instead on stage 5 of the Coastal Path you walk through agricultural landscapes to Kolhättan’s ferry terminal. From there public transportation back to Ljungskile station and then on to Hummervägen.
To Bredfjället (and Bohusleden) there is no public transportation, but there are several parking options, including at Norra fjället and Södra fjället. If you need help with transport to or from the hike, we can organize this. There is a very nice hiking guide ‘Bredfjälls guiden’ that we provide, with theme hikes based on the history of the mountain and information about nature. Many trails start at Norra Fjällets outdoor area where there is a large parking lot, toilets, and a nice old school that is now a museum. One of the theme hikes is precisely the mountain children’s school path which leads from the school at Norra fjället to Södra fjället. Stage 11 of the Bohusleden trail passes over Bredfjället, and a description of the trail can be found at the trail’s website. There are many paths on the mountain, and it’s possible to hike part of the trail and then take another path in a loop back to the starting point. However, if you venture off the marked trail, you need to be confident in reading a map. A pleasant and easily navigable full-day hike in the area is the tour around Skarsjön lake which is 8 km long. This tour offers both swimming opportunities, wind shelters, and barbecue areas, as well as breathtaking views from the cliff on the northern part of the lake. Parking is available both at the water treatment plant at the southwestern end of the lake and at Norra Fjällets parking lot at the northern end of the lake.
On the outskirts of Bredfjället lies Väktorsjöarna lake with beautiful environments to hike in. A pleasant tour is the trail around Store Väktor. Parking spots are indicated on the map in the link.
Many of us at Anfasteröd enjoy and often hike, and we are happy to provide tips on tours. We can also arrange lunch packages and barbecue dinners to eat outdoors, as well as a wood-fired sauna raft and dinner when you return from the hike. There are many beautiful hiking trails in West Sweden. If you would like to continue hiking to another destination after staying with us, we are happy to help you find a suitable route and provide tips on accommodation.
Warm welcome to hike with us!
