Motala
Sign in to saveMotala () is a locality and the seat of Motala Municipality, Östergötland County, Sweden with a municipal population of 43,717 inhabitants in 2024. It is the third largest city of Östergötland, following Linköping and Norrköping. Motala is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Vättern and is regarded as the main centre of both the Göta Canal and the surrounding lake region.
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Motala is a Swedish city located on the shore of Lake Vättern in Östergötland County, making it the third largest city in the region with nearly 44,000 residents. It serves as a major hub for the Göta Canal and the surrounding lake area, making it an important center for both transportation and regional tourism.
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Motala () is a locality and the seat of Motala Municipality, Östergötland County, Sweden with a municipal population of 43,717 inhabitants in 2024. It is the third largest city of Östergötland, following Linköping and Norrköping. Motala is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Vättern and is regarded as the main centre of both the Göta Canal and the surrounding lake region.
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