Europas längsta zipline - Sweden Zipline i Småland

Writer: Helena Bergström

Europe's longest zipline course is in Sweden, deep in the forests of Småland. Isn't it fascinating? We went to Sweden Zipline, Little Rock Lake with the motorhome, and Peter went on an adventure above the tree tops. What a cool experience!

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Europe's longest zipline

Europe's longest zipline is a total of 4.6 kilometres long and consists of four different courses.

Sweden Zipline and Little Rock Lake are located at Klavreström, in the Glasriket region of Småland, just under 5 kilometres northeast of Växjö.

Sweden Zipline Base Camp

Sweden Zipline is open all year round, and after booking your tour, you can get to Little Rock Lake Base Camp. You drive along a long forest road until you reach the facility, which is located on a hill overlooking a lake.

Here you'll find beautiful wooden buildings that blend in with nature and cool characters that give the place a slightly magical feel. High above it all are two mighty towers connected by a 25-metre long and 20-metre high suspension bridge.

Indoors there is a nice little restaurant - which in these times has been reduced to a simple service with drinks and coffee - and outdoors there are tables and seating and a four-metre deep rock pool, which is filled with water from the bedrock. There's a swimming ladder and a diving board, and we're guessing it's a popular place to take a dip on hot summer days.

Sweden Zipline - Little Rock Lake base camp

We visited in November and it was cold, but beautiful. Base Camp is the starting point for Europe's longest zipline but from here you can also find hiking trails, wilderness trails for children and places to stay in tents or wilderness camps. Little Rock Lake also offers things like survival courses and adventures in the Getaryggarna Nature Reserve.

Getting ready for a ride on Europe's longest zipline

Then it was time to get ready for a trip with Europe's longest zipline. I (Helena) am afraid of heights and had decided to stay on the ground this time. Many people say that it's only the first "step into the air" that feels hard, and that it's great afterwards. Well, maybe? This time it still felt good to stay with my feet on the ground, but who knows, maybe I'll try the zipline some other time?

Peter had dressed in warm clothes for the day - we were here in mid-November, after all - and then borrowed the other equipment needed. He was given a helmet, safety harness, gloves and a shoulder bag to store his mobile phone in.

Peter beredd vid Europas längsta zipline

Before it was time to go for real, there was practice on the ground. The instructors showed the position of the rope, how to hold hands, how to brake and what to do if you need help to get to the end. After the exercise, the group went up to the tower, where the adventure starts.

Tower and suspension bridge at Base Camp

For me, who is afraid of heights, it was mostly nice to stay on the ground when the others went up the 20 metre high tower and stepped out onto the swaying suspension bridge.

Peter, on the other hand, enjoyed the view of the forests and the lake, and took the opportunity to pull his mobile phone camera out of his shoulder bag.

By zipline over the treetops

The very first ride was between the two towers, and for Peter, he ended up not making it. really all the way to the front. He had, without realising it, pressed the brake a little too much. "Then you have to turn round and help with your hands the last little bit.

Then it was time for the next turn ... and the next! And now he had a much better feel for how much speed you need to get there at just the right speed.

The scenery is stunning, and from the top of Europe's longest zipline you can get a bird's eye view while getting an adrenaline rush. You can reach a maximum speed of 72 metres per hour. Good speed then! At each intermediate station you can read information about the length, height and speed of the route.

I (Helena) got a lift with the owner to some places on the road, where I could meet Peter as he came whizzing over the treetops. I promise he had a big smile all over his face. "Soooo much fun! Soooo much fun!", was the only thing he could get out.

I was also there when the owner met up at the last station, "Happy Ending!", to drive the group back to Base Camp. And indeed it looked like Happy Ending always! A real adventure that can be recommended to anyone who wants a nature experience and a big dose of adrenaline at the same time!

Europas längsta zipline - Sweden Zipline

Video from "Zipline in Småland"

More to see and do in the neighbourhood

Sweden Zipline is located in a natural area with nice hiking trails. Some places worth visiting that are recommended by the zip company itself are the forest area Rocky Forest, Lake Värgöl and the nature reserve Libbhult's meadows. We can also recommend a visit to cosy Vidinge farm, from where you can go fishing, cycling or perhaps go on an adventure with a packraft (inflatable kayak).

If you like animals, there are plenty of safari and moose parks in the area. Of course, Glasriket also offers experiences in the form of glass blowing i Kosta, visits to glassworks and art exhibitions. You can also visit something as special as a still... functioning hand-paper mills.

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Facts about Sweden Zipline - Europe's longest zipline

Address: Little Rock Lake Zipline, Bränderydsvägen Sawcreek Crownpark, Klavreström.
Read more: You can find more information at company website.

Interesting figures

Length: 4.6 kilometres (4615 metres)
Number of stations: 16
Number of lanes: 4 (black, green, red, purple)
Longest single track: 427 metres
Number of double lines: 4 pcs
Height: Up to 52 metres above the ground
Speed: Up to 72 km/h
Suspension bridge height: 20 metres above the ground
The length of the suspension bridge: 25 metres

Good to know

Age limit: 5 years. Children weighing less than 35kg will zip in tandem with a guide (as a crib weight of less than 35kg means you won't make it to the next station).
Opening hours: All year round! For exact opening hours, see the company's website.
Prices: The current price list with different prices is available on the company's website. Price example for zipline, black track: 1750 SEK (2021).
Booking: The experience should be booked in advance. Bookings can be made via the booking system or by phone.
Preparation: Dress for the weather, including sturdy shoes. You should arrive at least half an hour before your appointment. The company provides lockers for valuables and lends out small bags if you want to bring a mobile phone, water bottle, etc.
Time for the ride: There are different courses, which vary in length from 2 to 4 hours.
Accessibility: It is possible for anyone with reduced mobility to drive up to the top. There are ramps to the reception, restaurant and wilderness deck. Accessible toilets are available.

Services and activities

Food service: Simple catering is available with drinks, coffee etc at Little Rock Lake Base Camp. There are barbecue areas that can be rented (free of charge for zipping guests).
Accommodation/overnight stay: You can camp at Little Rock Lake (toilet and shower facilities available). Other accommodation that can be hired includes double cabins (max 24 people), wilderness panel rooms and Forest Camp. There are also shelters that can be used under the right of public access.
Activities: Climbing wall, mining adventure, rock pool, outdoor gym, children's obstacle course, survival courses, getting lost tracks, hiking trails, 5-combat, 8-combat, as well as activities and packages for companies, bachelor/bachelorette parties, school classes and leisure centres.

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4000mil says:

I love zip too! But Christofer now stands on the ground and takes pictures.

21 November 2021 - 7:57

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  Helena says:
  
  A cool experience! But even I who stood on the ground thought it was fun to be involved 🙂 .
  
  21 November 2021 - 11:07
  
JoY says:

I understand that you want to be on the ground when you are afraid of heights. Otherwise it is super fun with zipline. We visited Våxtorp in April 2015 and rode their zip, which was 640m and came up to 70km, so much fun.

21 November 2021 - 10:01

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  Helena says:
  
  Understand that it is super fun if you are not afraid of heights. Peter thought it was fantastic! 🙂 Glad you tried zip, it sounds cool and exciting too!
  
  21 November 2021 - 11:08
  
Anette says:

It's so much fun to rush over the treetops. My work friends and I went to Sörsjön's adventure park outside Norrköping earlier this year. Even those who were a little afraid of heights were blissful afterwards.
We looked as happy as Peter when we went out over Sörsjön.

https://vidarevyer.blogg.se/2021/august/svindlande-hojder-2.html

21 November 2021 - 14:28

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  Helena says:
  
  What fun you seem to have had! Great!!! 😀🤩👍
  
  29 November 2021 - 5:54
  
BP says:

What an experience! The view must have been amazing. But I had probably been as "cowardly" as you and stayed on the ground. Peter loves such adventures, so glad he got all the way to the "Happy ending":-)

21 November 2021 - 17:57

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  Helena says:
  
  Truly an experience! Peter was lyrical and even I, who stayed on the ground, thought it was a very nice visit! 🤩👍
  
  29 November 2021 - 5:56
  
Christian says:

So much fun, love the Zipline!

22 November 2021 - 8:52

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  Helena says:
  
  🤩👍
  
  29 November 2021 - 5:56
  
Lena - gott för själen says:

Oh, thanks for the tips! We have talked about possibly visiting Småland this summer. The zipline seems crazy fun!

Hug Lena

08 April 2022 - 6:48

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  Helena says:
  
  There is a lot to see and do in Småland! The zipline is really delicious if you like adventure 🙂 .
  
  08 April 2022 - 6:57

Europe's longest zipline - Sweden Zipline in Småland.

Writer: Helena Bergström

Europe's longest zipline

Sweden Zipline Base Camp

Getting ready for a ride on Europe's longest zipline

Tower and suspension bridge at Base Camp

By zipline over the treetops

Video from "Zipline in Småland"

More to see and do in the neighbourhood

Facts about Sweden Zipline - Europe's longest zipline

Interesting figures

Good to know

Services and activities

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