Activities during Cycling Week

During Cycling Week in June, the mid-sized Swedish town of Motala transforms into an international mecca for cyclists from all over the world. In the City Park, you’ll find a food court, children’s activities, and exhibitors – all right next to the Nordic Bike Expo, the race bib tent, and the atmospheric finish line. There’s something here for the whole family. On the stage in the City Park and at the “Speakers’ Corner” at Nordic Bike Expo, you’ll find daily inspiration, entertainment, and encounters with fascinating personalities. Welcome to a celebration for everyone – with or without a bike!


Friday, June 6

12:00 National Day celebration with Motala Municipality (City Park)
13:15 Inauguration of Vätternrundan’s new finish portal (Finish area, Vätterpromenaden)
16:30 Podcast “Flåset” (Stage, City Park)
18:00 Meet and greet with Vättis (Children’s area, City Park)
19:00 Talk: “Vätternrundan for the 60th time” (Stage, City Park)
20:00 Podcast “Flåset” (Stage, City Park)


Saturday, June 7

11:00 “Behind the Scenes – a guided tour of Vätternrundan” (pre-booking required)
12:15 The Culture School’s folk music ensemble (Stage, City Park)
14:00 Meet and greet with Vättis (Children’s area, City Park)
14:30 Soft Dance, with Friskis & Svettis (Friskis event area, City Park)
15:00 “Behind the Scenes – a guided tour of Vätternrundan” (pre-booking required)
16:00 Meet and greet with Vättis (Children’s area, City Park)
18:00 Podcast “Flåset” (Stage, City Park)
20:00 Podcast “Flåset” (Stage, City Park)


Sunday, June 8

09:00 “Skoj med hoj” kids’ cycling activities begin (City Park)
11:00 First start of Minivättern (Vätterpromenaden)
12:00 Dance performance with Vättis by the School of Culture (Stage, City Park)


Thursday, June 12

18:00 Meet and greet with Vättis (Children’s area, City Park)


Friday, June 13

11:00 Amusement park and market stalls open (Main Square)
11:00 “Cykelwebbenpodden” podcast (Stage, City Park)
11:00 “Behind the Scenes – a guided tour of Vätternrundan” (pre-booking required)
11:30 Award ceremony: Bicycle Planning Prize (Speakers’ Corner – Nordic Bike Expo)
14:00 Meet and greet with Vättis (Children’s area, City Park)
17:00 “The Barn at the Square” opens for food, good vibes, and live music (Main Square)
17:00 Talk: “Vätternrundan for the 60th time” (Stage, City Park)
19:00 Opening show for the 60th Vätternrundan (Start area, Bispmotalagatan)
Are you here as a spectator or to cheer someone on? Feel free to wear something 60s-inspired and help us set the scene for this special anniversary ride!
19:30 First start of the 60th Vätternrundan (Start area, Bispmotalagatan)


Saturday, June 14

09:00 Cykelwebbenpodden live (Stage, City Park)
11:00 Amusement park and market stalls open (Main Square – Stora torget)
11:00 Behind the Scenes – A Guided Tour of Vätternrundan (pre-booking required)
11:30 Meet and greet with Vättis (Children’s area, City Park)
15:00 Cykelwebbenpodden live (Stage, City Park)
17:00 Ladan på Torget opens – food, drinks, live music, and great vibes (Main Square – Stora torget)

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