From the agricultural landscape around Angered the trail goes uphill. You pass the river Lärjeån and reach the Rannebergen and Vättlefjäll where you will find plenty of wetlands and lakes.

The trail goes through the small village of Bohus, where the bridge Jordfallsbron takes you over the first part of the river Göta älv. The bridge leads on to Fästningsholmen, where Bohus Fortress (now in ruins) has towered over the area through centuries.

Enjoy the ambiance in the centre of Kungälv before taking the beautiful, but rather obstinate hill up to Fontin.

The old railway line Västgötabanan is now a track for walking, riding and cycling.

Salmon and salmon trout spawn in the river Lärjeån. Here you can also find the protected freshwater pearl mussel, but it is difficult to spot. The river has been designated a »Natura 2000 site« by the European network with the same name. All EU member states take part in this cooperation to prevent the extinction of valuable species and habitats. You will need a yellow fishing permit to fish here.

In by-gone days, there were mills in the beautiful Mölnesjöbäcken brook.

Try your fishing luck in lake Stora Mölnesjön. Yellow fishing permit required.

Lake Stentjärn is on the western side and Orremossen heath is on the eastern side of the Bohusleden trail. On Orremossen heath you can find the threatened species Issler’s clubmoss.

Canoe crossing place and grill area. Contact Kanotpoolen if you want to hire a canoe. You will find them on the southern side of lake Surtesjön, tel. 031-330 22 65.

By lake Gäddevattnet you will find a wind shelter and grill area.

The ruins of the commanding Bohus Fortress are impressive. The fortress was built in the 14th century and attracts many visitors.

Facilities on the popular fortress islet include a kiosk, youth hostel, camping, pleasure boat harbour and folklore museum.

Kungälv church is also worth a visit. The 17th century church is located by the market square, together with the town hall and Hotel Fars Hatt with its fine old traditions.

Östra gatan is a picturesque street through the old part of Kungälv. Beautiful turn-of-the-century buildings edge the Bohusleden Trail up the slope of the Fontinberget mountain.