Högelid is a prominent outdoor recreation area located approximately 4 miles (6.5 km) west of Hjo town in Sweden. This region is characterized by its diverse landscapes and varied terrain, situated at a higher elevation than Hjo and further from Lake Vättern. The natural features of Högelid provide an environment suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more throughout the year.
Högelid offers numerous routes for outdoor activities, catering to…
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34.8km
02:15
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.0km
01:15
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.5km
02:16
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.5km
02:44
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150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6.56km
01:41
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.80km
01:45
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30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.19km
02:21
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.6km
03:18
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
8.26km
00:58
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.68km
00:48
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.28km
00:58
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.8km
01:41
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60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49.8km
01:55
180m
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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56.5km
02:16
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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3
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29.5km
01:31
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.0km
01:01
130m
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.6km
01:39
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Högelid offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and gravel biking. The area features extensive exercise trails and dedicated cycling paths. In winter, cross-country skiing and tobogganing are also possible.
Högelid features numerous exercise trails suitable for walking and running. It also includes a section of the Västra Vätterleden, a long-distance hiking trail. For more information, consult the Hiking in Högelid guide.
Yes, the Västra Vätterleden, a 195-mile (195 km) long hiking trail, passes through Högelid. Stage 5 of this trail, which is 14 miles (23 km) long, connects Stämmorna and Baståsen within the region. This provides opportunities for extended treks.
Yes, Högelid features the Högaliden MTB Arena, which opened in September 2024. This arena offers various mountain biking trails, including Flowtrails with banked turns, Jumptrails with jumps, and Skillstrails for technical challenges. A Skillszone is also available for practicing jumps and balance.
Högelid provides dedicated cycling paths suitable for touring and road cycling. The region's infrastructure supports various cycling experiences beyond mountain biking. Guides like Cycling in Högelid and Road Cycling Routes in Högelid offer more details.
Yes, Högelid has well-maintained exercise tracks perfect for jogging and running. These tracks offer routes for different distances and are part of the extensive trail network. Explore options with the Running Trails in Högelid guide.
Högelid offers a playground and an obstacle course suitable for families. There are also numerous exercise trails that can accommodate various activity levels. For specific hiking recommendations, refer to the Family-friendly hikes in Högelid guide.
Högelid offers dog-friendly walking options for visitors. Specific routes are available that accommodate pets. Consult the Dog-friendly hikes in Högelid guide for suitable trails.
The area provides several barbecue spots and wind shelters for visitor use. Some are conveniently located near the Friluftsfrämjandet cabin and along illuminated exercise tracks. An outdoor gym, obstacle course, and playground are also available.
In winter, when snow conditions permit, several exercise tracks in Högelid are groomed for cross-country skiing. A toboggan run is also available for winter recreation. The higher elevation often results in better snow conditions.
Routes in Högelid are popular among komoot users, with more than 2,800 visitors having explored the area. The routes have an average rating of 4.19 out of 5 stars based on over 980 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Högelid to help plan activities. These include guides for Hiking in Högelid, Cycling in Högelid, and Running Trails in Högelid. There are also guides for family-friendly and dog-friendly hikes, and traffic-free bike rides.
Högelid is a prominent outdoor recreation area situated approximately 4 miles (6.5 km) west of Hjo town in Sweden. It is located at a higher elevation and further from Lake Vättern than Hjo. The area is part of the Hjo Municipality.

