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CRUISINGPORT OF GOTHENBURG

THE FRIENDLY

Gothenburg for foodiesTHE CHRISTMAS CITY

CITY BY THE SEA

Welcome to the largest port in Scandinavia

GOTHENBURG THE FRIENDLY CITY BY THE SEA

Paddle through the city in a kayak, explore the city’s sights and shopping on foot or take a trip to a car-free and idyllic island in the

archipelago. The following pages include everything you need to know about our port and city.

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World renowned brands and inventions have placed Sweden on the map of the world. Unspoilt nature where everyone has the freedom to roam

is an benefit not found in many other places.

THE SWEDISH CLIMATEIt would be easy to think of Sweden as a country with a harsh climate. However, the heat from the Gulf Stream makes the average temperature in southern Sweden no lower than –2°C in February, rising to +21.1°C in July. On sunny days between May and August temperatures can rise to +30°C in the air and +24°C in the sea and lakes. The changing seasons affect na-ture, daylight, and temperature and to some extent even the Swedes themselves. Every season has its perks, but spring and summertime in Sweden is a must. From late February to early March the days become longer and brighter.

THE RIGHT OF PUBLIC ACCESSIn Sweden, everyone has the right to enjoy the countryside. It is called the right of public access and is a benefit not found in a many other countries. For further information please see: www.allemansratten.se

5 X MADE IN SWEDEN

• IKEA

• H&M

• Absolut Vodka

• Spotify

• Volvo

CAPITALStockholm

LANGUAGESwedish

POPULATIONca 10 milion

CURRENCYSwedish krona (SEK)

SWEDEN IN BRIEF

5 X FAMOUS SWEDES

• Alfred Nobel

• Greta Garbo

• ABBA

• Ingemar Bergman

• Zlatan Ibrahimović

GOOD TO KNOW

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Gothenburg, the largest port in Scandinavia, has been a thriving maritime centre ever since the 18th century, when the East India Company operated the Chinese sea routes from the

west coast. In 2021 Gothenburg celebrates 400 years and has all the advantages of a European metropolis – but with a charming small town feel. The port has no darkness

restrictions which makes it possible to visit Gothenburg any time of the year.

THE FRIENDLY CITY BY THE SEASituated on the Swedish west coast, with the Atlantic waves dashing against the rocks, Gothenburg has historically func-tioned as Sweden’s international gateway. Its location is stra-tegic, between the Scandinavian capitals of Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm. The city was built by Dutchmen, and in the 17th century the official languages were Dutch, German, Swedish and English. In the 18th century The Swedish East India Company began trading with the east. Porcelain, tea, spices, textiles and other luxury goods of the time were ship-ped to Gothenburg, in exchange for silver. The trade had a huge impact on the city, and it can still be distinguished.

Modern-day Gothenburg is a green city with boulevards and many parks. Tram is a popular mode of transport amongst the 560,000 inhabitants. The compact city centre hosts lots of independent boutiques, shopping malls and cafés, all within easy walking distances. Two universities, both situated in the city centre, and some 50,000 students give Gothenburg a lively atmosphere.

The closeness to the sea makes Gothenburg special. The coast and islands are renowned for their natural beauty and pictu-resque habitation. Gothenburg is rated one of the best food cities in Europe, and the city has several Michelin starred rest-aurants. Excellent fish and seafood are often featured on the menu.

Gothenburg is Sweden’s most popular summer destination, with Liseberg Amusement Park – Sweden’s number one tou-rist attraction. The Christmas City Gothenburg also attracts lots of visitors with its contemporary lighting design and many traditional Christmas markets.

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ROME

TRAPANI

BARCELONA

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PRISTINA

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PALMA

MALAGA

ISTANBUL

AMSTERDAM

BRUSSELS

MANCHESTER

STOCKHOLM

GOTHENBURG

SKOPJE

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COPENHAGEN

HELSINKI

RIGA MOSKVA

STAVANGER

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LONDON

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GRAN CANARIA


• 1621 – Gothenburg is founded.

• 1719 – The Danes attack the fortress Nya Älvs-

borg just outside Gothenburg as a part of the

Great Northern War.

• 1732 – The first Swedish East India Company ship

sails off to Asia.

• 1,3 million Swedes leave for the United States in

the 19th and early 20th centuries. The majority

travel from Gothenburg.

• 1927 – The first series-manufactured Volvo is

launched.

• 2007 – Way Out West, now one of Europe’s most

successful festivals, premieres.

• 2014 – Gothenburg advertising firm Forsman &

Bodenfors becomes the most awarded agency

in the world. Much thanks to Jean- Claude Van

Damme and his “epic split”.

• 560,000 inhabitants.

• 18.8 – Average temperature in July (Celsius).

• 04.10 – Sunrise in mid-June.

• 22:15 – Sunset in mid-June.

• 12 islands within easy reach from the city centre.

• 6 restaurants with one star in the Michelin Guide.

• 50,000 trees, 800 kilometres of bicycle lanes and

175 square metres of green space per citizen.

• 25 theatres, 1 opera house and 20 museums.

• 263 trams and 16 ferries used for public trans-

portation.

• 3,100,000 visitors to Liseberg Amusement Park

and Christmas Market.

• 64,000 runners (approximately) in Göteborgsvar-

vet, the largest race in the world.

• 2,500 species of roses in the centrally located

park Trädgårdsföreningen.

• 200 shops in Nordstan shopping mall.

• 19 golf courses within 30 minutes by car.

• 2 universities with approximately 50,000 students

GOTHENBURG BY NUMBERS


The destination Management Organisation Göteborg & Co and the Port of Gothenburg work together to develop the cruise business in Gothenburg. A strong collaborative platform connects

cruise lines with the local cruise-related organisers and suppliers. We work as a door opener with a well-established network and extensive knowledge about the city. Our goal is to provide you

with all the support necessary to ensure your cruise call in Gothenburg is a success.

GOTHENBURG CRUISE NETWORK – AT YOUR SERVICE

Shipping agents, tour operators, transportation companies, shopping associations, guide associations and tourist offices are all

partners in the Gothenburg cruise network.

Together we are also members of Cruise Europe and Cruise Baltic.

Gothenburg Cruise Network is a part of Göteborg & Co, a mu-nicipal company mainly owned by the City of Gothen burg, that markets and contributes to the development of Gothenburg as a tourist, meeting and event destination. Read more: www.goteborg.com/corporate www.goteborg.com/cruise

The Port of Gothenburg is the largest port in the Nordic region with 11,000 visits by vessels each year. We create conditions for a strong, efficient and sustainable Scandinavian Freight Hub. On average, around 50 cruise ships put into the Port of Gothenburg each year. At the same time, the port has the capacity to receive a considerably higher number of cruise ships than today. Read more: www.portofgothenburg.com

• Information regarding the city and its surroundings.

• Promotional material such as images, presentations, city maps and films.

• Content and advices for site inspections.

• Suggestions for tours and activities.

• Serving as a link between cruise lines and the local cruise related businesses (including local authorities)

• Direct contact to local tour operators, ship agents, stakeholders, transportations companies and shopping associations who are committed partners to Gothenburg Cruise Network.

• Port related service, such as cruise terminal, waste and water handling, passenger service, music on pier when arriving or departing etc.

WE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING SERVICES FREE OF CHARGE AND WITHOUT OBLIGATIONS

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LOCAL CRUISE DEVELOPMENT

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• Cruise passengers in Gothenburg spend an average of SEK 460 per person.*

• The average cruise visitor is aged 52. The majority, 73 %, were over 45 years old.

• A majority came from Germany and most tourists visited Gothenburg for the first time.

• Cruise visitors are highly active during their time in the city, looking to get the very most out of their trip.

• The most important factors for cruise visitors are trans-portation to and from the city centre, access to informa-tion at the dock area, the cleanliness and appearance of the city and the friendliness and language skills of the locals.

• Gothenburg answers to the expectations in regards to friendliness, language skills of the locals, and the clean-liness of the city. Gothenburg is also considered to be a very green city.

• However, the overall price level in shops and boutiques, and also the service level in taxi got the lowest ratings.

Every third year, we ask our cruise visitors what they think of Gothenburg. Their expectations and how well we answer to them are important to us. It provides a

platform for further development and hopefully valuable information for cruise lines. The results from passenger surveys are summarised below.

RESULT OF PASSENGER SURVEYS

*) Not including travellers’ expenses for sightseeing tours which are pre-booked on cruise ships.

ATTRIBUTES STRONGLY ASSOCIATED WITH GOTHENBURG

Likable, Welcoming, Easy-going, Active, Fresh, Youthfull, Relaxed, Secure, Helpful, Charming

Source: © HKL Research 2017


Arendal Cruise Terminal

America Cruise Terminal

I N N E R C I T Y

Gothenburg is the largest port in Scandinavia and has the perfect location for reaching all parts of the region and the Baltics. The range of port services is almost complete, from containers, oil, cars, passenger and cruise traffic to

logistics and transport by rail.

A PRO-ACTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL PORT

PORT DATAOfficial port name: Port of GothenburgLocation Latitude/Longitude: 57 dgr 42’N/11 dgr 57’ETime zone: GMT + 1 (Daylight sun time GMT + 2)Address: SE-403 38 Gothenburg, SwedenTelephone: +46 31 368 75 00VTS: VHF ch 13 seaward of Göta Älv Bridge, ch 9 inland of Göta Älv BridgeSPS 24h contact: Master inspection vessel +46 70 371 59 90Port Control: + 46 31 368 75 15, [email protected]: www.portofgothenburg.com

PORT FACILITIESMaximum ship dimensions: America Cruise Terminal: Length: 220 m (225 m with POD equipment). Charted depth: 8,0 m. Max draught: 7,5 m. Air draft: 45 m. Quay height: 2,5 m MWLSkandia Harbour: Length: 400 m. Charted depth: 10–14,2 m. Max draught: 9,5–13,5 m. Air draft: no limits. Quay height 2,5 m MWL Arendal Cruise Terminal: Length: 300 m. Charted depth: 9,5 m. Max draught: 9,0 m. Air draft: no limits. Quay height: 3,5 m MWLPilot: Yes, compulsoryTug boat: www.portofgothenburg.com/maritime/tug- regulations-for-the-port-of-gothenburgSailing lane: YesSecurity facilities: Fully compliant ISPSGangway: Ship gangways to be used in port, in Arendal acess to the Ports gangwayWaste handling: YesFresh water: Available Grey and blackwater handling: Yes

CRUISE PASSENGER PORT FACILITIESTourist Information on quays: YesCity maps: YesTerminal building for passengers: Yes, in Arendal Cruise Terminal and America Cruise TerminalShopping possibilities at port area: Yes (Souvenirs cash and credit card is accepted)Tax-free refund: No (but in department stores; e.g NK)Restaurants and cafés: Yes, close to Arendal Cruise Terminal and America Cruise TerminalRestrooms: Yes, in Arendal Cruise Terminal and America Cruise TerminalLocal currency: Swedish krona – SEK, EURO and US dollars are accepted in larger stores; e.g Åhléns, NK. Credit card is widely acceptedCurrency exchange: Available in NordstanATM cash – machines: Available in Arendal and in Nordstan, and nearby America Cruise TerminalInternet access: Yes, in Arendal Cruise Terminal and America Cruise Terminal

DESTINATION INFORMATIONNormal opening hours: Mon–Fri 10 am–7 pm, Sat 10 am–5 pm, Sun 11 pm–4 pmDistance to downtown: From America Cruise Terminal 2 km (15 minute’s walk, 5 minutes by taxi) and from Arendal Cruise Terminal 11 km (15 minutes by taxi).City Tourist Information Center: Tourist Info in NordstanMon–Fri 10 am–8 pm, Sat, Sun and holidays 10 am–6 pmNearby pharmacies: Linnégatan, and in Nordstan shopping centre, open daily 8 am–10 pm

CRUISE PORT INFORMATION2 DEDICATED CRUISE QUAYS:

America Cruise Terminal and Arendal Cruise Terminal

2 ADDITIONAL QUAYS AVAILABLE FOR USE:

Skandia harbour and RoRo Terminal

Environmental issues constitute an important foundation for the activities and the port is convinced to contribute to a long-term sustainable development by an integrated and proactive environmental work to achieve a minimum of negative envi-ronmental impact.

The Port of Gothenburg was one of the first ports in the world to offer Onshore Power Supply and as a result it has attracted a great deal of attention internationally. At present it is pas-

senger and freight carriers operating scheduled traffic within Europe that uses this technology.

For cruise lines signing an agreement to connect vessels to onshore power, the port makes the facility available within 12 months. Ships powered by Liquified Natural Gas, LNG, will-receive a special discount. Read more: www.portofgothenburg.com/maritime/port-tariff

Skandia harbour

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The Volvo Museum is situated right next to the quay in Aren-dal. An impressive 6,000 m² museum featuring around 100 ve-hicles historical and new – including cars, trucks, buses and construction machines. Here you can see fascinating concept vehicles, which have never been produced, e.g “Your Concept Car”, designed by nine women. There is also a café and shop where you can buy souvenirs, postcards, and other interesting merchandise.

The quay is equipped with a terminal building, restrooms, sou-venir shop and a tourist information office.

It takes around 15–20 minutes to get to central Gothenburg by shuttle bus or taxi.

Being Scandinavia’s largest port, we are able to handle all kind of vessels. The largest ships are sometimes docked in the container terminal Skandia. Guests cannot walk around inde-pendently here due to ISPS-regulations, but it only takes 15–20 minutes to the city centre by shuttle bus, something we always recommend cruise lines to offer on board. Taxis are available at the gate.

ARENDAL CRUISE TERMINAL SKANDIA HARBOUR

LENGTH: 300 m

CHARTED DEPTH: 9,5 m

MAX DRAUGHT: 9,0 m

AIR DRAFT: no limits

QUAY HEIGHT: 3,5 m MWL

MAXIMUM SHIP DIMENSIONS MAXIMUM SHIP DIMENSIONS

LENGTH: 400 m

CHARTED DEPTH: 10–14,2 m

MAX DRAUGHT: 9,5–13,5 m

AIR DRAFT: no limits



We are now able to offer a new, centrally located cruise termi-nal – America Cruise Terminal. It was from here, more than 100 years ago, that the first liners departed for North Ame-rica and they continued to do so until 1975.This beautiful and historic setting is now revived as the central cruise terminal in Gothenburg. The white terminal building – Amerikaskjulet – was constructed in 1912 and has become one of the land-marks of Gothenburg. It is also the headquarter for The Port of Gothenburg.

AMERICA CRUISE TERMINAL

• the largest one in Scandinavia.

• handling 11,000 vessel calls every year.

• handling 30 per cent of the foreign trade in Sweden.

• easily accessible.

• located only 90 minutes from open sea to quay.

• navigable day and night.

• navigable all the year around, with no darkness restrictions.

• a port with no ice or tide.

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE PORT OF GOTHENBURG IS...

MAXIMUM SHIP DIMENSIONS

LENGTH: 220 m (225 m with POD equipment)

CHARTED DEPTH: 8,0 m

MAX DRAUGHT: 7,5 m

AIR DRAFT: 45 m



RECOMMENDED TOURSIn Gothenburg cruise lines generally sell 40 per cent of the shore excursions.The following tours are the most popular when calling Gothenburg. Your tour operator will provide further details and inspire with news or more activities.

HISTORICAL GOTHENBURG – COACH AND WALKING TOUR 3 hoursA panoramic city tour getting to know the main boulevard, Avenyn, the cultural centre Götaplatsen, the Opera house and most important landmarks, leaving the coach for a guided walk through the historic old quarters. At The Old City hall (Kronhuset), a mid-1700th century building, the oldest in the city, you can browse local handicraft.

GOTHENBURG AND HAGA – COACH AND WALKING TOUR 3 hoursThis is a concentrated tour of the city, seeing the most im-portant sites from the coach. We focus on strolling through a historic area. This guided walk takes you through Haga, once the first suburb outside the walled city. Today it is a quaint village within the city; cobbled streets, charming wooden houses, bric-a-brac shops, cafes and a unique atmosphere.

CULTURAL CITY TOUR OF GOTHENBURG 4 hoursAfter an extensive city tour, including all the important sites and landmarks, we stop at Götaplatsen, the cultural centre of the city. We head for the Gothenburg Museum of Art, awarded three stars (***), the maximum rating, in the Michelin Green Guide. In the Fürstenberg Gallery we are guided through the world’s leading collection of Nordic art. A wonderful treasure of Danish, Norwegian and Swedish art from the golden era of the late 19th to the early 20th century.

CITY TOUR AND PADDAN CANAL BOAT TOUR 3–4 hoursFind out about the history of Gothenburg and its significance as a trade centre. Admire the famous opera house. Drive through the city centre with green parks located right in the middle of the city. At the cultural centre, Götaplatsen, you will see the fa-mous statue “Poseidon” by Carl Milles and the famous Art Mu-seum, the Concert Hall, City Theatre and Library. Drive along the main street the main boulevard Avenyn, with shops, pubs and cafés. Along the event district you pass the Swedish Trade Fair & Congress Centre, the Ice Hockey Arena Scandinavium and the two soccer stadiums Ullevi and Old Ullevi. Continue by boat under the many low bridges and out in the busy harbour.

THE GREEN GOTHENBURG, 2 HOURS OR IN COMBINATION WITH CITY TOUR 3,5–4 hoursYou are never far away from nature, even in the city. The Garden Society of Gothenburg (Trädgårdsföreningen) is an oasis right in the heart of the city centre. The Gothenburg Botanical Garden, one of Europe’s largest. The Rock Garden is the pride of the garden with over 6,000 different colourful plants.


CULINARY GOTHENBURG 3 hoursA great way to get to know Gothenburg is by trying and enjoying local specialties. This tour takes you to the beautiful old Mar-ket Hall (Saluhallen) with colourful and tempting stalls and eateries. We continue to Feskekôrka (the Fish Church) a lovely indoor market with all kinds of fish and seafood. You will be offered to sample some local herring specialty as an appetizer, before going to one of Sweden’s most famous restaurants. Sjö-magasinet is our venue for a delicious catch of the day lunch. It is a lovely 18th century building set on the riverside.

INDUSTRIAL GOTHENBURG 4 hoursAfter a sightseeing tour in Gothenburg we drive to the Volvo museum. In the museum you can follow the history of Volvo and the development from 1927 until today. The museum exhibits products from the whole Volvo range, including cars, trucks, buses, construction equipment, marine engines, aero and many more interesting Volvo products. The Volvo Museum is located within walking distance from the cruise quay Arendal.

THE ISLAND OF MARSTRAND 4 hoursWe drive north passing the 14th century Bohus Fortress and the small town of Kungälv. The tour takes us through beautiful countryside, over several bridges connecting the islands until we arrive at the ferry terminal on the island of Koön. The small ferry takes us across the sound to the lovely island of Mar-strand. The landmark Carlsten fortress is dominating the ho-rizon and it was here the local Robin Hood, called Lasse-Maja, spent 25 years. A guided walk will take you through a small, pedestrian town and its interesting history, going back to the 12th century. You will learn about the importance of the island and 16th century centre of the herring industry, 18th century Porto Franco port and 19th century royal summer resort. A coffee break at famous Berg’s Konditori on the quay side, serv-ing delicious newly baked buns and cakes, is recommended. The tour is best suitable mid-May to end of August and in-cludes steep walks.

WEST COAST TOUR 4–6 hoursOn this tour we drive through the old Viking town of Kungälv, where the famous three Scandinavian kings once met in the year of 1100. The impressive fort, Bohus, dates back to the 14th century. Along the main street, Västra gatan, you find beautiful, well preserved old wooden houses and a beautiful church from the 17th century. The tour will continue west with a short drive to the Tjörn Bridges with an enchanting view and on towards the North Sea. We will visit the small island Klädesholmen fa-mous for the herring industry. In the late 1800s people began to preserve spiced herring in tins and small barrels. Today, nearly half of all the pickled herring in Sweden comes from Klädes-holmen. We will also make a stop in the picturesque village Skärhamn. Time permitting we recommend a short boat trip (2 x 15 minutes) to the small island of Åstol and a walking tour there.


THE NORTHERN ARCHIPELAGO OF GOTHENBURG, ÖCKERÖ–HÖNÖ 3,5–4 hoursAfter a short sightseeing tour in Gothenburg, we take a ferry to the island of Hönö. During the Viking era this was a meet-ing point for strong men, preparing their ships for their long adventurous voyages. The Hönö Fishing museum is not only a memorial to an old trade, but also a special department dedi-cated to war history. We will drive over the beautiful bridge to the island Fotö.

On Öckerö we will visit the old homestead museum and the 13th century church and enjoy coffee and a real Hönökaka sandwich. Please note: It is possible to add seal safari to this tour.

GUNNEBO HOUSE AND GARDENS 3–4 hoursAfter a sightseeing tour in Gothenburg, we leave the city head-ing south to Gunnebo House and Gardens. A magnificent and well-maintained 18th century timber building and grounds in a rural setting. The gardens are superb, with avenues of trees, hedges and an English park with strict geometrical shapes. After a tour you enjoy coffee and cake in the cozy Gunnebo Coffee House, featuring re-created period interiors.

NORTHERN HALLAND 4–5 hoursAfter a short sightseeing tour in Gothenburg we will drive through the Middle Age town of Kungsbacka. We drive through the exclusive “suburb” Särö, originally an agricultural area that became popular during the end of the 19th century as a summer resort. We drive on to Fjärås Bräcka, one of Sweden’s biggest boulder ridges. When the great glaciers of the Ice Age slowly began to melt, around 12–13,000 years ago, the great moraine ridge of Fjärås Bräcka was formed. Today we can enjoy wonderful views from the top of Fjärås Bräcka, stretch-ing out to the east as far as Lake Lygnern and to the western seascape of Kattegatt. There are no fewer than 100 “bauta” memorial stones here. Äskhult village consists of four old farmhouses from the beginning of the 18th century. We drive through Sweden’s only horseradish plantation in Fjärås, foll-owed by a guided tour at Tjolöholm castle from 1904.

GOTHENBURG – THE CHRISTMAS CITY 3–4 hoursGothenburg has become the number one Christmas town in Sweden. The whole city is beautifully decorated. The city is getting in the mood for Christmas, illuminating streets and buildings from mid-November, building up to Advent and the celebrations of Lucia (Queen of Lights) and Christmas in December. There are several Christmas markets, but the major attraction is Christmas at Liseberg amusement park, where you find the largest Christmas market in Sweden and five million glittering lights. You must try the spicy hot drink ”Glögg” and maybe even see Lucia.


CULTURE AND ARTGothenburg has a variety of museums and galleries to suit every taste. Learn about

different cultures, stroll through an art gallery, be inspired by design, or delve in history and see the city’s own contemporary period in a new light. There are some attractions a visitor simply must not miss. The city’s cultural centre, Götaplatsen

and The Gothenburg Opera, built to resemble a ship are two examples.

LISEBERG AMUSEMENT PARKThe Liseberg amusement park is a fantastic park, not only for those who enjoy a thrilling ride on roller coasters. People also visit the park for shows and concerts or for a stroll, admi- ring the plentiful flower arrangements. Liseberg has more than 3 million visitors a year, making it Sweden’s most popu-lar attraction and the largest amusement park in the Nordic countries. The park is home to many exiting rides, including the roller coaster Balder, ranked to be the no. 1 wooden roller coaster in the world.

UNIVERSEUM SCIENCE DISCOVERY CENTREUniverseum is the National Science Discovery Centre and pres-ents the natural sciences and technology in a whole new way in a genuinely exotic environment. Experimental workshops, spaceships, giant aquariums with rays who love to be stroked, deadly poisonous snakes, mountain streams and a complete, steamy rain forest – complete with monkeys, caymans, and pi-ranhas are some of the exciting attractions.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF WORLD CULTUREThe museum program includes a wide range of activities, from the most intimate of conversations to the most serious drama, from local musicians to international dance performances, from extensive seminar series to short lunchtime lectures. Many voices should be heard with as few restrictions as pos-sible.

THE EAST INDIAMAN GÖTHEBORGIn 1984, the Swedish East Indiaman Götheborg was found in the inlet of Gothenburg harbour where it had sunk in Septem-ber 1745. The attention surrounding the find and the excava-tion whetted people’s appetites, and led to the slightly crazy idea of rebuilding the entire vessel – in full scale using tradi-tional techniques – and sailing to China once again. On the 9th of June 2007, the new East Indiaman Götheborg returned to her home port after a fantastic and adventurous expedition to China. The ship is a full scale replica of an 18th century wood-

en sailing ship and was built using traditional techniques. Visit the shipyard and go on board the ship for an exciting trip into the past.

VOLVO CARS VISITOR CENTREVolvo Cars Visitor Centre is located in the heart of the Torslan-da plant in Gothenburg. Enjoy various activities such as a train ride through one of the most modern factories in the world or test drive the latest car models at the Demo Centre. You can also join a guided tour of the Brand Experience Centre, browse the brand shop or have lunch in the in-house café. Volvo Cars Visitor Centre offers you a wide variety of experiences. The centre is within walking distance from ships docked at Arendal pier.

GOTHENBURG MUSEUM OF ART / HASSELBLAD CENTREGothenburg Museum of Art, which has three stars in Michelin Green Guide Scandinavia, has an outstanding collection of Scandinavian art from the turn of the 19th century in its pos-session. Famous works by Nordic artists such as Carl Larsson, Bruno Liljefors, Anders Zorn, Edvard Munch, Christian Krohg, Vilhelm Hammershøi, Eugène Jansson, Carl Wilhelmson and the entire school of painters from Skagen in Denmark are on display. At the Hasselblad Centre you find exhibitions illustrat-ing a wide range of photographic genres.


AEROSEUM – AIRCRAFT MUSEUMTake a journey through the history of aviation inside a de- classified Swedish Air Force bunker carved out of solid rock. This cultural site will show the history and development of avi-ation from Icarus to contemporary fixed and rotary wing flight, civilian and military, Swedish and international. Aeroseum aims to provide a centre for experiencing flying, so enjoy the

atmosphere and feel the aircraft with all senses.

THE NATIONAL ORCHESTRA OF SWEDENThe Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra is Sweden’s oldest pro-fessional orchestra, founded in 1905, and is also the National Orchestra of Sweden. The Symphony has also been called “one of the world’s most formidable orchestras”. The Gothenburg Concert Hall is recognised as one of the five best concert halls

in the world.

OPERA, DANCE AND MUSICALSThe Opera House is the centre for opera, ballet, musicals, operettas and concerts in West Sweden. The opera house is brimming with talent, both artistically and technically. It is a house that offers opportunities far beyond the ordinary, both behind the scenes and onstage. Enjoy a performance and learn more about theatre life at a guided tour behind the scenes and on stage.

ÄLVSBORG FORTRESSÄlvsborg Fortress is located just 30 minutes by boat from the Gothenburg city centre, via the harbour. Bring a picnic bas-ket and relax on the beach or buy something from the island café, team up to compete in the “Prisoners of Älvsborg battle” or just enjoy the fortress in the evening sun. Explore the dun-geons and the fortress church with cannon balls embedded in the wall. Experience a dramatized guided tour through the eyes of a prisoner, an officer and the pastor’s wife, in the year of 1719.

SCULPTURE AT PILANE AND WATERCOLOUR MUSEUMThe sculpture exhibition at Pilane, set on historic Tjörn island showcasing the work of renowned American sculptor, Keith Edmier, famous for his collaboration with Farrah Fawcett. Swedes are class on canvas too, notably the modern waterco-lours at the nearby Nordic Watercolour Museum, which is one of the most exciting cultural projects in Scandinavia. These both highlights are possible to add on the west coast tour.

ENJOYING SURROUNDING AREASVITLYCKE ROCK CARVINGSIn Tanum, a two-hour drive from Gothenburg, an in- valuable part of Sweden’s cultural heritage of mankind can be found in 3,000-year-old rock carvings. Most of the rock carvings date back to the Bronze Age 1,800–500 BC. The Vitlycke Museum shows the interesting history of the people from the era, as well as several pieces of jewellery and tools that were found during the excavations. The whole area of Vitlycke is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List with the motivation: “The rock carvings of the Tanum region constitute an outstanding example of Bronze Age art of the highest quality. The range of motifs provides exceptional evidence of many aspects of life in the European Bronze Age. The continuity of settlement and consistency in land use in Tanum, as illustrated by the rock art, the archaeological remains, and the features of the modern landscape in the Tanum region, combined to make this a re-markable example of continuity over eight millennia of human history.”


ADVENTURES IN THE ARCHIPELAGOThe Gothenburg archipelago is an extraordinary experience. Thousands of

islands lie scattered along the west coast. Whether blue and tranquil or turbulent and restless, the sea is always a source of fascination. The many untouched spots and charming little fishing villages provide a magnificent experience

whatever the season.

LOBSTER SAFARIVisitors can join the local fishermen in the early morning hours and head out to sea. The west coast’s black gold is awaiting. Haul up today’s catch and tie up the lobster (autumn) or crab (summer) claws before heading back to shore. In the evening the catch is prepared for dinner in a picturesque fishing vill-age.

VINGA ISLANDThe enchanting Vinga Island is Gothenburg’s westernmost point. Its lighthouse is loved by seafarers as a symbol of home-coming. The rocky shoreline provides a lovely bay and one of the best places to swim on the west coast. Once, it was the home of Evert Taube, one of Sweden’s most respected musi-cians and foremost troubadour of the Swedish ballad tradition in the 20th century.

SPEEDY ADVENTURESRib boats are the formula one of the seas and you can cover a large part of the archipelago in one day. Go on an exhilarating trip orienteering through the skerries or solve a mystery while visiting picturesque fishing villages.

SEAL SAFARIBoard a classic fishing-boat taking you to the skerries where grey seals lounge. Seals are curious and playful and will most likely come really close to the boat to check out their specta-tors.

FISHINGFishing enthusiasts love the archipelago and the lakes sur-ounding Gothenburg for the opportunity of both fresh and salt water fishing. Rent you own boat or accompany experienced fishermen who will take you to the best spots. Depending on the season and location you can fish for mackerel, halibut, perch, pike, salomon, whitefish and more. If you would rath-er stay ashore you can visit the daily fish auction in the early morning hours. This is the place to see rare fish as well as genuine fish auctioneers in full action.


Michelin stars, top-class seafood, innovative chefs and a vivid agricultural landscape are great reasons why foodies

love Gothenburg.

GASTRONOMIC BRILLIANCE

MEET THE CHEFAn exciting and creative journey through cooking, food and wine awaits the guests during a cooking event in Smedjan at Restaurant Sjömagasinet. The event starts off with some app-etizers and then the guests will prepare a three course meal lead by the Sjömagasinet chefs. Groups of 12–32 guests.

KÄRINGÖ OYSTERSAt the island Käringön you will learn about oyster cultivation before plunging into the sea to gather your own delicacies. En-joy your catch together with a glass of champagne. With the most beautiful view of the sea, the hot tub is awaiting you on the jetty.

THEME DINNERSA creative and fun dinner theme can raise the temprature at any party. Acquaint yourself with Swedish flavours together with a local top chef, or join experts for tastings of chocolate, oysters, wine or other delicacies. Or let our traditions lead the way to a memorable experience.

A TRADITIONAL MIDSUMMER PARTYSwedish summer night does not really get dark. Midsummer is one of our most beloved traditions, dating back to the Viking Era. Maypoles are decorated with green leaves and flowers and traditional songs and dances are performed. The smorgasbord is filled with herring, salmon, fresh potatoes and strawberries.


SHELLFISH BUFFETCome onboard M/S Trubaduren for an unforgettable journey through Gothenburg’s southern archipelago. After a welcome drink, accompanied by west coast-inspired music, the boat cruises out through the Gothenburg harbour past the New Älvsborg Fortress and Långedrag, towards the southern archipelago. The tables are laid with a delicious shellfish buffet and during the boat tour Trubaduren’s entertainment crew will entertain and naturally you can dance after the meal. The tour takes approximately 4 hours.

VIKING FEASTA millennium ago, the Vikings sailed from the west coast of Sweden to trade and seek riches on foreign shores. Enjoy a typical dinner set in medieval surroundings while learning more about the Nordic Heritage.

CRAYFISH EXTRAVAGANZAShellfish of all kinds is a west coast specialty. Enjoy lobster, crayfish and prawns on a sea cruise watching the sun set. In August, the sound of Swedes singing becomes increas-ingly common. Surrounded by colourful paper lanterns and dressed in colourful hats, we celebrate that the crayfish season is here. Mouth-watering crayfish decorated with fresh dill crowns is accompanied with cheese pie, dips, bread and Swedish Schnapps.


SIGHTSEEINGThere are a number of city tours to choose from in Gothenburg. Take an old vintage tram, a canal boat or follow the actors in a dramatised walk around the city. Sightseeing from behind the wheel of an old Volvo PV is another

interesting way to explore the city.

CLASSIC VOLVO TOURTake a guided tour in the car that put Sweden on the road. The classic Volvo PV 444/544 was manufactured between 1947 and 1965 in Gothenburg – the Volvo cradle. Follow the guide travel-ling at the front of the caravan and get glimpses of the period 1950–1970 as well as insights into the modern day. All through the microphones connecting the cars.

STINSEN SIGHTSEEINGThe sightseeing train Stinsen takes you to beautiful neighbour-hoods, historic buildings and interesting sights. Skilled guides make the trip lively and interesting. You will also get some tips on shopping, good restaurants and other useful informa-tion for the stay in Gothenburg. The tour starts at the square Gustav Adolfs torg with Hop on-Hop off by the Fish Market and at the Opera House.

CANAL TOURThe classic city tour on the Paddan boats shows off the beauty of Gothenburg from a waterside perspective. Step on board in the city centre and travel the old moat and the canals that date back to the 17th century, while learning about the history of the city’s construction and defence. The guided tour passes under the many low bridges, including the extremely low Osthyveln (cheese slicer) bridge, and out to the fascinating harbor.

THE GHOST TOURThe middle age dark history sometimes rises to our aware-ness. Visit haunted buildings and the quarters where the hangmen of the 1600s and the city’s most well-known fortune teller lived. You will walk in Jack the Ripper’s Swedish victim’s footsteps, listen to ghost stories and uncover attacks from the other side.

GOTHENBURG FORTIFICATIONSGrab a torch and go underground. Gothenburg was once one of the most fortified cities in Europe. You will visit the old bas-tions while listening to the story about how Gothenburg was founded and built.


HAGA NYGATAHaga is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Gothenburg, with lots of small shops selling bric-a-brac, interior design and vin-tage goods. The charming district is a mix of new and old and there are plenty of cafés to choose from when you need to rest your feet.

NORDISKA KOMPANIET, A CULTURAL AND COMMERCIAL THEATREWhen Josef Sachs founded NK in 1902 his ambition was to bring together the finest merchandise in the world under one roof. The store offers over one hundred separate departments, each with its own distinct character. International brands share space with well-known Swedish brands. The legendary crystal manufacturers Orrefors and Kosta Boda display their complete collections here too. NK offer personal shopping where you receive style advice and help to find the garments that suit your style and body shape.

If you love shopping, you will love Gothenburg. Take your pick from charming pedestrian streets lined with independent shops or explore international brands at department stores or malls. Local design and

famous Scandinavian brands are of course part of the mix too.

SHOPPING

NORDSTANThe shopping mall is large enough to last a whole day, with nearly 200 shops featuring everything from fashion to home décor or sportswear. This is the perfect shopping destination for anyone who likes convenient shopping under one roof.

INSIDE VALLGRAVENA three-kilometre-long shopping area starts immediately outside Norstan shopping centre. It includes the pedestrian precincts of Fredsgatan, Kungsgatan and Korsgatan, plus several shopping galleries and arcades. The area inside the old moat (Vallgraven) has the greatest concentration of shops in Gothenburg. Along Vallgatan and Magasinsgatan there are several design, furniture and arts and crafts shops as well as restaurants and cafés. Kungstorget has a lively market square where you find the old market hall (Saluhallen).

AVENYNThe main boulevard, Avenyn, and the surrounding area play host to an appealing mix of trendy, traditional, cool, essential, exclusive or inexpensive department stores, shopping centres, small fashion shops and art galleries.


Gothenburg is a great sports city. Depending on season top league games of ice hockey, soccer, handball, basketball and floorball are on the event calendar.

Watch from the stand or why not play a game with your co-travellers?

SPORTS AND FUN

GOLFWest Sweden alone has around 55 beautiful golf courses. Some 19 are located in and around Gothenburg. Thanks to the bright summer nights you can play late into the evenings.

HORSEBACK RIDING ON ICELANDIC HORSESEnjoy a leisure ride through the countryside of Tofta. Although the Icelandic horses are enormously muscular, they are sensi-tive and easy to manage. The breed is possessed of great agility and is also very sure-footed. During a few hours on horseback, you will experience the beautiful scenery, flora and fauna.

ELK SAFARIHead out into the wilderness while the morning mist begins to rise off the forest floor. Hear a gentle rustle and turn around...in the clearing, only metres away, stands the King of the Swed-ish wilderness, the mighty elk. Visit Elk Hill – the Royal Hunt-ing Museum, one hour north of Gothenburg and experience the elk in its natural habitat while enjoying the fantastic land-scape and crisp fresh air.

Sweden holds a position as one of the world’s leading design countries and Swedish designers are much sought-after in interior design,

textiles and fashion, glass and ceramics, and architecture.

SWEDISH DESIGN

THE KINGDOM OF CRYSTALThere are 15 glassworks in the Kingdom of Crystal, each with distinctive design traditions, character and atmos-phere. They are all located within a short distance of each other in the south-eastern part of Sweden where you find several of the most famous glassworks in the world. Enjoy a close-up view of skilled glass blowers, transforming the syrupy molten glass into beautiful works of art. Swedish crystal design is a tradition which goes back hundreds of years and is renowned through-out the world.

TEXTILE & DESIGNSweden’s leading companies in home textiles is located in west Sweden. Seconds and remnants of high quality are available at reasonable prices in small, exciting factory outlets. There are also numerous specialised textile shops in the area. Take a trip through the realm of fabrics and buy exclusive products, and everything in home furnishing for half the price found in the cities.


WHAT’S ON IN GOTHENBURG?There is always something going on in the fun-filled city. In August 2019,

Gothenburg will host one of Europe’s most spectacular choir events, European Choir Games 2019. And also, the city welcomes back Scandinavian Invitation in golf.

5 EXCITING ANNUAL EVENTS IN GOTHENBURG

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GOTHIA CUP July www.gothiacup.se

WAY OUT WEST Augustwww.wayoutwest.com

GOTHENBURG CULTURE FESTIVALAugust

GÖTEBORG BOOK FAIR Septemberwww.bokmassan.se

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CHRISTMAS CRUISING

Combining contemporary Swedish design and a warm sense of tradition, Gothenburg lights the way to Christmas. A three kilometre long ‘Lane of Light’ stretches through the city, from the harbour, along the main boulevard to the

glittering lights of Liseberg amusement park.

GOTHENBURG CHRISTMAS CITYIn November central Gothenburg is transformed into the Christ-mas City, starting with the opening of the traditional Christmas market at Liseberg Amusement Park, and the illumination of the lights along the Lane of Light. In the beginning of December all the festive light installations in the city centre highlight build-ings, bridges and trees, whilst large scale light and sound shows provide extra Yuletide enjoyment.

LISEBERG CHRISTMAS MARKETClose to five million glimmering lights adorn the trees and buildings of Scandinavia’s largest Christmas market in Liseberg Amusement Park. This features some 80 rustic market stalls and shops selling arts and crafts, as well as festive foods – from the traditional Swedish pickled herring, roasted reindeer meat served by Sami (indigenous people from Lappland), to seasonal Swedish goodies, such as marzipan pigs and glögg, traditional mulled and spiced wine. Open from mid-November until the end of December.

THE LANE OF LIGHTFrom the central harbour, along the main boulevard Avenyn, to the glimmering magic of Liseberg, the Lane of Light is a total of three kilometres of festive magic. Combining innovative lighting design with a love of old-fashioned Christmas, the city architects and light designers are creating a unique atmosphere following a theme in central Gothenburg.

CHRISTMAS IN HAGA, THE OLD QUARTERThe early 19th century cobblestone streets of Haga, lend a dis-tinctive charm to its Christmas market. Outdoor market stalls selling home-made and locally produced goods compete with the trendy as well as vintage boutiques and unique curiosa shops that line the main street Haga Nygatan. The many cafés provide the perfect pit stop for coffee and typical Christmas pepparkakor (ginger snaps) and lussebullar (buns spiced with saffron).


TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS MARKET AT KRONHUSETDating from the 1600s, the Old City Hall building is a genuine step back in time and its Christmas market follows this theme. Inside, the building is packed with traditional Swedish handi-craft stalls, sold by artisans dressed in old-fashioned cost-umes. The old chocolate works next door has its finest Christ-mas confectionary on display. Outside, roasted chestnuts and Swedish glögg is on offer.

CHRISTMAS AT NORDSTAN SHOPPING CENTRESome 40 festive stalls offering handicrafts, mostly from west-ern Sweden, add to the Christmas buzz inside Nordstan Swe-den’s largest indoor shopping centre, just a snowball’s throw from the Lane of Light.

CHRISTMAS AT THE SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND CRAFTS/HDKUnique products on sale at HDK School of Design and Crafts, made by the students from the textile, jewellery, ceramics and applied arts classes.

CHRISTMAS AT GUNNEBO HOUSE AND GARDENSA Christmas market with handicraft stalls and organic food pro-duce is held in the beautiful surroundings at Gunnebo House and Gardens, a 19th century estate just south of the city.

LUCIAThe Lucia tradition is a key event in the Swedish Christmas cal-endar. Every year several churches offer Lucia and Christmas concerts on December 13. The concerts take place in a hushed candlelit atmosphere and bring a slice of divine enchantment to the packed churches. We offer a Lucia choir on board the ship when arriving in Gothenburg during a Christmas cruise.

NO DARKNESS RESCTRICTIONSCruise calls can be welcomed all year round. How about adding Gothenburg on a Christmas Cruise Itinerary?

Do not hesitate to contact us whenever you need anything about Gothenburg, we are here to help you.

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