Göteborg – Markets, Canals, and Nordic Charm

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Black and white photo of a café counter with drinks and a staff member behind, under the sign 'Kåges Hörna'.

August 23, 2022

Göteborg, Sweden’s second city, has a quiet rhythm — a mix of history, daily life, and northern light. We wandered through Saluhallen, the grand old market hall, where local vendors sell cheese, bread, and seafood under warm, patterned brick walls. The air was filled with calm conversation and the comforting scent of tradition.

Outside, canals lined with old buildings reflected the city’s maritime past. Small boats rested at the quay, and the water mirrored the golden tones of the architecture. Göteborg’s beauty lies not in spectacle, but in its subtle harmony — a blend of people, markets, and open skies.

We ended our walk in the Trädgårdsföreningen, the botanical garden at the city’s heart. The greenhouses shimmered in glass and steel, their reflections softened by blooming roses and sculptures. The city feels alive yet unhurried, a place where time slows just enough to notice the details.

📸 Impressions from Göteborg

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