Nature & Sports

Swimming Spots

Sun-warmed cliffs, sandy beaches, diving towers and never-ending piers. There are so many lovely places to go swimming in and around Gothenburg.

Sporting Events

Great and small highlights – Gothenburg offers annual sports events like Göteborgsvarvet, Gothia Cup and Partille Cup as well as smaller events and races. Find out what's on right now.

Nature Reserves & Woodlands

Memorable nature experiences in Gothenburg are easy to find. With rocky shorelines, deep forests, and tranquil lakes just around the corner, all you need to do is to put on your hiking boots and head out.

Sports

Cycling

Gothenburg is great for biking. The woods and the lake areas are made for mountain biking and along the coast, scenic country roads stretch along beautiful beaches and fields. If you want to go biking in the archipelago there are great ways to mix relaxation with just the right amount of exercise.

Wellness

In Gothenburg and the surrounding region, you can have both a relaxing and an active holiday. Here you can stay and hike in the scenic archipelago, participate in wellness and exercise events, de-stress with yoga and spa visits or challenge yourself with climbing and mountain biking close to the city.

Canoeing & kayaking

Go kayaking and canoeing in and around Gothenburg. The archipelago offers scenic islands to explore, you can discover the city centre from the waterways or enjoy the peace and quiet of the lakes just outside of the city. Read about kayak and canoeing rentals in Gothenburg here.