Bengtsfors Municipality, Administrative municipality in Västra Götaland County, Sweden
Description
Bengtsfors Municipality is an administrative area in western Sweden covering forests, waterways, and the Dalsland Canal that links its communities together. Several small towns and villages make up this region, each with their own local character and services.
History
The municipality took its current form in 1971 when several smaller administrative areas merged into one unified structure. This consolidation shaped the region's governance and community organization.
Culture
Several localities within the municipality, including Billingsfors, Bäckefors, and Dals Långed, maintain their distinct identities while sharing administrative services.
Practical
Visitors can explore the canals and waterways by boat or kayak, or walk along the natural paths that follow the water routes. The best time to visit is during warmer months when weather is stable and water levels are favorable for activities.
Did you know?
A long-distance canoe marathon stretches across 55 kilometers of waterways, attracting paddlers from throughout the region. This event reveals why water sports are central to life here.
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Dalsland Canal
22.8 km
Baldersnäs
8.4 km
Mellerud–Arvika railway
983 m
Edsleskog old church
14.3 km
Skålleruds kyrka
30.5 kmLövåsvallen
5.3 km
Skärbo
10.5 km
Dals-Eds kyrka
21.4 km
Dalsland art museum
28.1 km
Torrskog Church
17.2 km
Alltorps tingshus och häradshäkte
20.1 km
Gäserudsstugan
15.3 km
Kanalmuseet
26 km
Råggärds kyrka
31.9 km
Edsleskogs prästgård
14.3 km
Gesäters kyrka
35.1 km
Lerdals kyrka
35.8 km
Gustavsfors kapell
18.5 km
Tingvallamossen
22.6 km
Tisselskog Högsbyn
18.4 km
Baldersnäs
8.3 km
Vedbo tingslag
20.4 km
Sillerud 119:3
14.9 km
Silbodal 219:1
23 km
Saint Nicholaus holy well
14.1 km
Akvedukten i Håverud
26 km
Slottskullen
15.8 km
Kanalmuseet
26 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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