Göteborg is a city of Sweden.
Göteborg is located in Sweden, part of Europe. Find essential geography and continue exploring more places in the same country.
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Gothenburg lies where the Göta River meets Sweden’s west coast. Canals, a working harbour, parks and a strong food scene shape the city.
Göteborg has a recorded population of 608,462. The figure applies to Gothenburg. The source does not provide a reference year; the source data was last checked September 3, 2026.
The centre follows the canals. Haga is known for wooden houses and cafés, Linné for restaurants and city life, while Majorna has a local character.
Liseberg, Universeum, the Gothenburg Museum of Art and Feskekörka are familiar stops. Trams and boats connect the centre with the archipelago.
Summer suits the archipelago and outdoor dining. Liseberg also gives the city distinct Halloween and Christmas seasons.
The tram network is the easiest way to travel between many districts. Buses, trains and ferries supplement it, and the centre is walkable.
Göteborg has a recorded population of 608,462. The figure applies to Gothenburg. The source does not provide a reference year; the source data was last checked September 3, 2026.
Göteborg is in Sweden.
Two or three days suit the centre, museums and a trip towards the archipelago.
Yes. Archipelago islands, Slottsskogen and several parks are easy to reach.