Gothenburg Advantage

Gothenburg is truly a world class meeting destination. Situated on the west coast of Sweden, the city is easily accessible from around the world. Gothenburg is well experienced in hosting major international meetings. Meeting venues, hotels, restaurants, shops and entertainment are within easy walking distance.

Scandinavia’s largest city centred, all-under-one-roof convention centre is located here as well as cutting-edge industries and universities. An abundance of culture, entertainment and outdoor activities as well as the city’s surroundings, closeness to the sea and the stunning archipelago guarantee a whole new meeting experience.

Experienced

• Experienced in hosting international meetings and events.
• Professionalism – organised, reliable and efficient.
• Strong joint commitment between authorities and the business community to support major events.
• Flat hierarchy – short communication ways.
• Well-established PCO and DMC services.
• City security work is constantly developing.

Easily accessible

• Direct flights from more than 55 European cities; almost 80 non-stop connections.
• Intercontinental flights require only one stop at a major hub in Europe.
• 20 min bus transport from the two airports to city centre.
• The city is perfectly situated in the heart of Scandinavia, right between the Swedish, Danish and Norwegian capitals.
• English widely spoken.
• EU visa legislation.

Walking distance

• Walking distance between meeting venues, hotels, restaurants, shopping, attractions and entertainment.
• City-centred, all-under-one-roof, state-of-the-art convention centre.
• Limited need for transportation.

Attractive

• Pedestrian friendly, in clean and green surroundings by the sea.
• Safe; low crime rate.
• Transparency – the least corrupt country in the world.
• Archipelago, forest areas and lakes a stone’s throw away.
• The people of Gothenburg is widely known for there spirit of cooperation – the spirit of Gothenburg.

Sustainable

• Climate smart city – several projects in the city work to position Gothenburg as a leading destination in sustainability.
• Possibility for meetings to obtain the City of Gothenburg Environment Diploma to ensure the meeting is environmentally sustainable.
• Clean and green surroundings by the sea.
• Stunning archipelago, forest areas and lakes a stone’s throw away.

Affordable

• The price level is below European average and typically less expensive than a Scandinavian capital city. Read more >>