Living

From building a social life to dealing with everyday matters - we’ve gathered the information you need to thrive in your private life

Gothenburg's archipelago
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The guide - living

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Regional Map

On our regional map you’ll find examples of, and information on, housing areas that may suit your needs. You can also see where the region's universities, and international and bilingual schools and preschools are located.

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    "Aside from great people, lots of culture and great restaurants, I really love about Gothenburg that it is so close to nature."

    Merlind Hinz from Berlin, Germany

    "I think the less is more and lagom philosophy is very interesting, and it's also related to traditional Chinese culture."

    Ting Chen from Hangzhou, China

    "Gothenburg is facing it's greatest leap forward in modern times"

    The City of Gothenburg's official film about the city now - and its future.

    "I moved to Gothenburg to do my master's and then I found my job. And here I am six years later." 

    Abhilash "Abhi" Ram from Thiruvananthapuram, India