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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.
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High-altitude trails in Gothenburg
Upzone Adventure Park
An adventure with ziplines and high-altitude trails for the whole family!

Hiking trail
Göteborgs skärgårdsled
Göteborgs skärgårdsled is a 35.3-kilometre hiking trail in Gothenburg’s northern archipelago, with three stages and two circular trails across Hönö, Fotö, Öckerö, Hälsö, Knippla and Hyppeln.

Nature reserve
Vättlefjäll
Vättlefjäll is a large nature reserve in north-east Gothenburg and Ale, with lakes, coniferous forests, wetlands, hiking trails, bathing spots, paddling, fishing and wind shelters close to the city.

Wiewpoint
Ramberget
From Ramberget on the island Hisingen, 87 metres above sea level, you get a wide-reaching view over the harbour, and in clear weather you can see all the way to the lighthouse Vinga fyr.

Nature reserve
Sandsjöbacka naturreservat
An extensive nature reserve with diverse landscapes and rich wildlife. Here you can take a short break from the city’s buzz or set out on a longer, pulse-raising hike along clearly marked trails.

Hiking trail
Bohusleden
Bohusleden is a 350-kilometre hiking trail through Bohuslän on Sweden’s west coast, divided into 27 stages from Älvsåker to Strömstad, with several easily accessible sections close to Gothenburg.

Nature reserve
Änggårdsbergen Nature Reserve
Änggårdsbergen is a hilly nature reserve close to central Gothenburg, with walking trails, heathland and wetlands. It is known for its spring display of wood anemones, and viewpoints towards the city and the sea.

Naturområde
Naturum Fjärås Bräcka
Learn about nature while also experiencing it.

Hiking trail
Kuststigen
Kuststigen is one of West Sweden’s most beautiful hiking trails.