Cherry blossoms at Järntorget and Seminarieparken

Some might argue that the cherry blossoms are a bit cliché, that they’re really not worth the fuss. Well, we couldn’t disagree more. If you need convincing, take a stroll underneath the light-pink cherry trees at Järntorget and admire nature’s very own candy floss. Irresistible!

Can’t get enough? A walk up towards Linnéplatsen you’ll find the idyllic park Seminarieparken, which in spring is covered in an avenue of cherry blossoms, definitely worth a visit.

Azalaedalen in Slottsskogen city park

When the azaleas begin to blossom, the Slottsskogen staff put up signs to let people know. But you could just as well just follow the droves of people from Linnéplatsen to the azalea valley, usually towards the end of May!

The Garden Society of Gothenburg

This 19th century garden is one of Gothenburg’s most popular parks and boasts a magnificent palm house, a huge rose garden, walking paths along the moat and a lot more. Spring time is perhaps the best time to visit the park as trees and flowers bloom and the garden is buzzing with life. 

Gothenburg Botanical Garden

The botanical garden is a bit of a no-brainer if you’re after pretty spring spots in Gothenburg. Stroll through the rhododendron valley and you’ll get to the top of the hill Håberget for an amazing view of the western part of Gothenburg.  

Vitsippsdalen, Gothenburg Botanical Garden

While you’re visiting the Botanical Garden, don’t miss Vitsippsdalen. The valley truly lives up to its name (Wood anemones valley). In spring, the forest floor is carpeted with white wood anemones as far as the eye can see.

To reach Vitsippsdalen, enter through the Botanical Garden’s main gate and walk straight through the park. After a few hundred metres, turn left just before the restaurant. A small path leads you through the trees and into the valley.

From here, the landscape gradually opens up into Änggårdsbergen Nature Reserve, a hilly natural area with hiking trails, lakes and sweeping views.

Skansen Kronan

High above the rooftops of cosy neighbourhood Haga you’ll find the fortification Skansen Kronan. Climb the stairs to one of Gothenburg’s top lookouts and you will get a birds-eye view of spring in Gothenburg.

The Gothenburg archipelago

The archipelago is worth a visit all year round, and spring is no exception. There are over 18 islands to travel to by public transport, each island with its own unique charm.

Nature reserve Lärjeåns dalgång

There’s more to Gothenburg than the city centre. A tram ride from the shopping streets and restaurants you’ll find nature reserves and excellent hiking trails. A favourite around spring time is Lärjeåns dalgång, north-east of the city centre. Follow the river Lärjeån and you will find yourself surrounded by a wall of wonderful wood anemones.

Råda

Head south towards Mölnlycke, just outside Gothenburg, and you’ll find the small town of Råda. Here lies Råda Säteri, a manor house with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. The area offers pleasant walking paths, and you can either enjoy a coffee from your thermos by the lake or stop for a bite to eat at the garden café, located in one of the manor’s wing buildings.

If you’d like to see even more wood anemones, continue just over a kilometre to Råda Church. From the car park, it’s only a short walk to a forest where wood anemones spread out in white carpets, with narrow paths winding between the flowers.