Signature Trail Omberg is one of STF’s signature trails.
On the section between Boxholm and Omberg, Östgötaleden goes through a mixture of forest and agricultural landscape and along the coast of Lake Vättern. The trail runs on forest paths of a varying width, as well as on gravel roads. There are plenty of historical sites and natural features here, for example you pass the old hill fort of Mosseboborg and the oldest oak tree in Östergötland. On the last day, you hike in Ekopark Omberg, through beech forests, past giant oaks and across hay meadows. In the summer months, you are met by a splendid variety of flowers including lily of the valley, blue anemones and orchids. There are several alternative paths in the park if you do not want to take the long route.
See and do along the trail
There are several places to swim along the trail. On certain day in the summer, there are guided tours of Ellen Key’s home Strand by Lake Vättern and Ekopark Omberg.
Don’t miss
In Omberg, you can enjoy the fantastic view from Hjässan, which is the highest point in Omberg.
Day 1: Boxholm-Trehörna: 26 kilometres, 8–9 hours of hiking.
Stay here: Trehörna Wärdshus (Not STF accommodation, which means your membership discount does not apply and you cannot book via STF).
The trail runs along wide forest paths, through both forest and agricultural landscapes. You pass the largest oak tree in Östergötland, which is about 700 years old. The section is somewhat hilly. There is no water or food available along this section. Trehörna Wärdshus has a restaurant.
Day 2: Trehörna-Ödeshög: 21 kilometres, 7–8 hours of hiking.
Stay here: STF Ödeshög Hostel
On day two, the trail continues mostly on forest paths, with the exception of a few kilometres of gravel road. The section is an easy hike. There is a wool spinning mill in Sjögetorp, just before Ödeshög. There is no water or food available along this section. STF Ödeshög/Hembygdsgården is in the middle of Ödeshög, where there are shops and restaurants.
Day 3: Ödeshög – Omberg/Stocklycke: 13 kilometres, 3–4 hours of hiking.
Stay here: Omberg/Stocklycke Hostel
The stage is an easy hike and uses wide paths and small roads alongside Lake Vättern. Your hike takes you through Stora Lund Nature Reserve, where it is possible to have a barbecue and go swimming. The section concludes with a hike into Ekopark Omberg. Food and drink can be obtained about halfway through the section, in Hästholmen. The end of the stage, Omberg/Stocklycke, is just by the trail.
Day 4: Around Omberg: 26 kilometres, 8–9 hours of hiking.
Stay here: Omberg/Stocklycke Hostel
The highlight of the hike is the round tour of Ekopark Omberg! The section uses wide and narrow forest paths as well as gravel roads. It is an easy hike through pastures, hay meadows and past giant oaks and beech forests. The miles-long scree slope by Lake Vättern is a characteristic of the landscape and captivates visitors. Bring water and food on your hike.
Recharge or relax before or after your hike at STF Tåkern Hostel and STF Vadstena Hostel
Train to Boxholm with SJ and Östgötatrafiken. At the end of the hike, take a bus and train back to Boxholm. Everything can be booked via SJ. There is no long-stay parking in Boxholm.
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