Parks and gardens in Gothenburg

Gothenburg’s green spaces range from the historic estate grounds of Överåsparken and Landeriträdgården to community-driven initiatives like the Färjenäs forest garden and Odla Guldheden. This selection highlights the city's botanical variety, including Flunsåsparken’s free summer performance stage, the multicultural plantings of Värdens Park, and the expansive recreational meadows of Apslätten. These locations offer a mix of traditional English landscape design, urban permaculture, and waterfront views along the Göta älv.

Gothenburg Parks & Gardens — Map

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A

Hagaparken

Central green space in the historic Haga district, characterized by open lawns and mature trees adjacent to the University of Gothenburg.

B

Färjenäs skogsträdgård

Community-managed forest garden on Hisingen featuring edible perennials, fruit trees, and shrubs based on permaculture principles.

C

Odla Guldheden

Urban cultivation project and community garden in Guldheden, focused on sustainable local food production and ecological gardening.

D

Engelska parken

Landscape garden designed in the English style, featuring winding paths and naturalistic vegetation near the Majorna district.

E

Flunsåsparken

Public park on Hisingen featuring an outdoor amphitheater that hosts free concerts, theater, and cultural events throughout the summer.

F

Eriksbergsparken

Riverside park in the former Eriksberg shipyard area, offering open lawns, walking paths, and views of the Göta älv.

G

Landeriträdgården

Historic garden associated with a traditional 'landeri' manor estate, preserved as a green space within the modern city landscape.

H

Överåsparken

English-style landscape park surrounding the 19th-century Överås manor, featuring hilly terrain and diverse tree species.

I

Apslätten

Large open meadow on the edge of the Delsjön nature reserve, frequently used for recreational sports, picnics, and community gatherings.

J

Värdens Park

Themed garden in Hisingen designed to represent different world regions, featuring diverse botanical collections and community meeting spaces.

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