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City

Lilla Edet

Region

Västra Götaland

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Lilla Edets Sluss: Ett Tekniskt Arv och Levande Berättelse

Lilla Edet Lock

A Technical Heritage and Living Story

Lilla Edet, Västra Götaland·Attractions·Nature Experience

About Lilla Edet Lock

In the scenic surroundings of the Göta River, in the charming town of Lilla Edet, a fascinating experience awaits, connecting the past with the present. Here stands Lilla Edet Lock, not only as Sweden's oldest and still active lock, but also as a standing monument to human ingenuity and perseverance. Since its inauguration in 1916, this impressive structure has mastered the mighty currents of the river, opening up an uninterrupted waterway through the West Swedish landscape. It is a place where stone, steel, and history intertwine to form a captivating narrative of innovation and adaptation.