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  • Gothenburg Archipelago

    Go wild! Go to sea!

    LOBSTER SEASON! Catch the black gold of the North Sea! At 7 am on Monday 24 September both professional fishermen and local residents put their lobster pots in the water.

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    Photographer: Jonas Ingman @bruksbild

  • Explore the Islands

    Gothenburg Archipelago

    Öckerö Islands - Rörö, Hyppeln, Källö-Knippla, Hälsö, Öckerö, Hönö, Fotö, Björkö, Kalvsund, Grötö, Vinga!

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    Photographer: Thomas Pompe

  • Explore the nature

    Rörö - Hyppeln - Knippla - Hälsö - Öckerö - Hönö - Fotö - Björkö - Kalvsund - Grötö - Vinga

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    Photographer: Sandra Osberg

Something for everyone

The islands outside of Gothenburg are perfect for beach activities. There are almost unlimited opportunities for fishing, swimming, sunbathing and diving. And boat trip is always an adventure.

Something to do

Getting here

The northern islands of Gothenburg is accessible by car, bus and bike on highway 155 towards Hisingen/Öckerö and the Lilla Varholmen ferry terminal. There are two car ferries, Hönö/Öckerö or Björkö...

Västtrafik

Hiking trails & walking paths

There are several walking paths, joggingand hiking trails. Breathtaking views of the sea and surrounding archipelago. Most of these trails are very well kept and offers a number of outdoor grills,...

Explore and relax by kayaking

Kayaking is perhaps the best way to experience the sea. Charming islands, follow beautiful coastlines - all on clear blue water. There are rentalplaces at Rörö, Hälsö, Öckerö and Hönö island.

Food by the sea

Cozy restaurants and cafes near the water. Freshly caught seafood, but also homemade pasteries and other local and seasonal food, which can be enjoyed with a refreshing drink close to the sea.

Shopping

Shopping by the sea! Enjoy adorable shops with a personal touch. Hönö Klåva is the most prominent shopping district in the archipelago with shops open all year round.

Harbours & RV-Park

Guestharbour & RV-Parks

If you want to have guest service, ports and pulse, there are many harbours to stay in. The ports are very active with both commercial and recreational fishermen.

Harbours & RV-Parks

Cottage, hotel or B&B

Places to stay on the islands

If you wish to stay overnight for a day or two- youth hostels, hotel or B&B are options for your choice. There are also a variety of conference rooms and banquet facilities for weddings or...

Accommodation

Island Rörö

Rörö is the most northerly of the ten islands. The north/western areas is a nature reserve. In the guest harbour, you will find a cosy café, a general store.

Island Hyppeln

Hyppeln has an excellent guest harbour and boules courts. The scenery on the island is powerful. Great nature, shallow sandy and summertime a restaurant and store.

Island Knippla

This Island has one of the most genuine old Bohus province archipelago buildings. Knippla has a hostel, guest harbour with a café. Restaurant, pizza and grosery store.

Island Björkö

Björkö has hiking areas, woodland and smooth stone cliffs. In the guestharbour and Rv-Park is the restaurant Seaside. In the harbour you´ll find a general store, a marine shop and a petrolstation....

Island Hälsö

Hälsö has a bridge to Öckerö. The area around the harbour is a perfect place for a stroll. A café Evas på Hälsö is also a Infopint. Guestharbour and Rv-Park.

Island Öckerö

Öckerö is the municipal marine and administrative centre. There is restaurangts, hostels an shops. The western side with sports area and open landscapes with spectaculare views of the western sea.

Island Hönö

Hönö has through the years gained its character from the harbour area Klåva with its lively fishing harbour, restaurants, the Fishing museum, hotel, cosy cafés and shops. Hotel and several rental...