Road at Åsen on old Highway 2

The Road at Åsen is a preserved highway section in Västra Götaland that displays original construction methods and surface materials from its time as a major transport route. This stretch maintains its historical engineering characteristics and shows how roads were built during Sweden's early national network development.

This section of old Highway 2 was built during Sweden's systematic expansion of its national road network, connecting northern and southern regions. It documents the engineering techniques and construction practices from that early phase of modern Swedish transport infrastructure.

The designation as a listed building reflects the road's engineering heritage and its role in shaping transportation methods in Västra Götaland County.

This road section is accessible to visitors and located in the Västra Götaland region, where you can explore it by car or on foot. The best time to visit is during dry weather, when the original surface materials and construction details are most visible.

The preservation status protects the engineering characteristics of this road segment, maintaining its historical construction techniques and original surface materials.

Location: Västra Götaland County

Location: Uddevalla Municipality

GPS coordinates: 58.18750,11.94194

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43