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Country notebook · 2 cities

Sweden

Sweden’s two largest city destinations offer different relationships with the water. Gothenburg faces west toward islands, seafood and a relaxed tram city; Stockholm spreads museums, old streets and neighbourhoods across an eastern archipelago.

Älvsborg Bridge spanning the river at Gothenburg. 01

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Gothenburg

Trams, seafood, green neighbourhoods and islands at the city’s edge.

  • Seafood and Swedish fika
  • Tram-based city exploring
  • Easy archipelago outings
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The geometric plaza and glass obelisk at Sergels torg in Stockholm. 02

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Stockholm

Island neighbourhoods, maritime museums and Nordic design connected by water.

  • Maritime history and museums
  • Nordic design and food
  • Waterfront walks and ferries
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