Top spots in Gothenburg

Gothenburg is so much more than rusty cranes and smelly fish. Here are some of my favorite locations from spending decades in this seaside gem of a city.

The rusty cranes along Göta älv are all that remains of the once proud dockyard history.

Röda Sten is perfect for late evening walks in the summer. The area has a rich craftsman heritage, preserved by new forces such as Beerbliotek brewery.

Kungsparken is the perfect place for a walk along the old moat.

…and it is also beautiful in wintertime.

Änggårdsbergen is a peaceful place despite being close to the city center. This is sargent’s cherry from seeds brought from Hokkaido in 1954.

The cherry blossoms can be enjoyed in several parks across the city. My favorite spot for this purpose is Seminarieparken.

Järntorget is another great spot for the white variety of cherry blossoms.

Saltholmen is the gateway to the ocean…

…and a great place for catching up on your reading.

Majorna is arguably the most popular residential area of the city.

The archipelago is full of beautiful islands, and Brännö island is one of the premier locations.

Vrångö is another unique island, located in the south end of the archipelago.

The large canal is crossed by several bridges.

Kronhusgården features the oldest house in the city and a cozy café.

The lush Botanical Garden offers a great variety of plants and trees.

Andra långgatan is the dark heart of the city and most people will end up here sooner or later.

Skansen Kronan is one of very few fortifications remaining.

Skansen Kronan is one of very few fortifications remaining.

The top floor of the Museum of Art features Fürstenbergska galleriet, an amazing collection of nordic art.

There are lots of beautiful restaurants, such as Dorsia.