With the likes of the Arctic Monkeys, Lily Allen and Kanye West performing in recent years, early confirmations for a line up of international and Swedish acts this year include Pavement, Girls and Real Estate. Arriving 12 August, three nights at the Scandic Europa hotel cost 2,595 SEK (£225) pp based on two sharing including breakfast and three-day Gothenburg Passes – giving access to the city’s top attractions and free public transport.
To book visit www.goteborg.com. Two-day festival passes including club-night performances cost 1,390 SEK (£120) pp: call +46 77 165 1000. For festival information visit www.wayoutwest.se. Flights with Ryanair for these dates cost from £73 pp incl. taxes and fees (www.ryanair.com).