Eden or Pampas – which location should I choose?

a view of Pampas kayak & SUP in golden hour

LEK MER has two central kayak and SUP locations in Stockholm city: Eden on Kungsholmen and Pampas in Pampas Marina, Solna. Both are good choices, but they suit slightly different paddling plans.

Eden Kayak & SUPPampas Kayak & SUP
Best forKungsholmen, Långholmen, Reimersholme and ÅrstavikenKarlberg Canal, Lillsjön, Bällstaån and Kungsholmen
LocationSmedsudden, under Västerbron on Kungsholmen.
Near rålamnshovsparken
Pampas Marina, Dock A in Solna
Public transportFridhemsplan, Thorildsplan or Hornstull + walk
Or buss to Västerbroplan
Västra Skogen + walk down to the marina
Car accessParking is usually easiest near the National Archives/FyrverkarbackenConvenient guest parking in Pampas Marina
FeelingVery central, close to beaches and classic city routesMarina setting with easy launch and good access by car

Choose Eden if…

  • You want to paddle around Kungsholmen, Långholmen or Reimersholme.
  • You are staying in central Stockholm and want a classic city-water experience.
  • You want to combine paddling with Smedsuddsbadet, Rålambshovsparken or nearby restaurants.
2 kayakers smiling with stockholm city hall in the background

Choose Pampas if…

  • You arrive by car and want simple parking.
  • You want easy access to Karlbergskanalen, Lillsjön or Bällstaån.
  • You prefer starting from a marina with a calm and practical launch area.
Kayak & SUP from Pampas

Still unsure?

If you mainly want the easiest first paddle, choose the location closest to where you are staying. If you want parking, Pampas is usually easier. If you want the most central city feeling, Eden is usually the better fit.

For current availability and exact booking options, use the booking button or contact us before you arrive.