Reply With QuoteThanks for the tips. I'll have to look into those towns especially Ulricehamn. When you live in sunny Florida, it doesn't take much of the white stuff to qualify as snow.
Quote, originally posted by volvo04FL » Any recommendations for a day trip by car from Gothenburg where we can see some scenery and snow? Can't promise snow for you.
However, concerning the day trip: There are various sites to see. Go North to Kungälv and the fortress, go south to Varberg or go east to Ullricehamn. Ulricehamn have a (very small, well tiny) ski slope and lift. They get much more snow than Göteborg. Approx 65 miles one way from Göteborg.
Welcome to Göteborg!
//Jonas
Thanks for the tips. I'll have to look into those towns especially Ulricehamn. When you live in sunny Florida, it doesn't take much of the white stuff to qualify as snow.
2008 C70 silver/off black -- auto, Mirzam, premium, dynaudio, wood dash inlay
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2008 Saab 9-3 TurboX black/black 6 speed -- S60R's Swedish cousin
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We had a very nice day trip to Marstrand when we were on our OSD at the beginning of August. Don't know what it would be like in the winter.
The Sunday (Sep. 23, 2008) New York Times Travel Magazine published the following article on Göteborg:http://travel.nytimes.com/trav....html
Any comments on the article from those of you who have actually visited Göteborg would be appreciated.
Modified by Hahon at 1:07 PM 9-26-2007
If you get to the Haga....stop and have a burger and aat the Rover
Goteborg does have more to see and do than what you see at the Radisson and on the Avenue....although those areas are more "American feeling". If you decide to wander around in Goteborg, take the local tram. Parking can be a hassle.
And if you want to take a quick little day trip...the Bohus Fastning is only a short drive from the factory delivery center @20 minutesTjorn Island is only another 30 minutes from the Bohus Fastning and is also a nice little drive.
Modified by universityvolvoOSD at 2:24 PM 9-27-2007
"and are there good local swedish restaurants goteborgers frequent but tourists have not over-run yet?"Here is a late 2007 update on two good and very reasonable restaurants:
Cyrano is a delightful provincial French restaurant that combines superb quality with great value. They are located at Prinsgatan 7 and the phone number is 031-14 31 10. It is easily accessible via tram #6, and is only about 1 1/2 blocks from the Prinsgatan stop. Be aware that this place is very popular with the locals and reservations are not taken. We were advised (correctly) to get there before 6 P.M. or after 9 P.M. for the best chances of getting a table.
A second little restaurant find was Källarkrogen at Östra Larmgatan 20. The phone is 031-711 85 40 and their web site is <www.kallarkrogen.com>.If you are staying at the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel (and possibly taking delivery of a new Volvo) it is about a 5 minute walk or three short blocks from the hotel and very easy to find. The restaurant is located in a basement. Be sure to get there before 6:30 P.M. M-Th or 10 P.M. on Fridays for some good specials not listed on the regular menu.
Quote, originally posted by vogilvie » "
A second little restaurant find was Källarkrogen at Östra Larmgatan 20. The phone is 031-711 85 40 and their web site is <www.kallarkrogen.com>.If you are staying at the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel (and possibly taking delivery of a new Volvo) it is about a 5 minute walk or three short blocks from the hotel and very easy to find. The restaurant is located in a basement. Be sure to get there before 6:30 P.M. M-Th or 10 P.M. on Fridays for some good specials not listed on the regular menu.I concur. My wife and I ate there during our OSD trip and it was a very nice meal. Since we were there in August, we sat out front. Recommend.
Thought I would pass along a link to the Volvo Museam..for anyone who might want to visit.
Beautiful pictures - almost makes me nostalgic and want to move back home
We will be arriving in Gothenburg on April 20 (Sun) to pick up our new S80 the following day. Thanks for the tips, they will really come in handy! Do you know if the boat tour runs this early in the year? We are going to spend a few days in the area then head for the fjords in Norway. Do you have any experience with this area this time of year? It seems like a lot of the tours don't start until mid-May, and we'll be in Rome by then. Thanks for any help you can provide! We are really excited about our first OSD!
Quote, originally posted by houstongrandpa » Do you know if the boat tour runs this early in the year? Their website isn't updated yet, http://www.paddan.com, but I gave them a call today. They do week-ends from 11th april and from the 27th april, the do every day until the season is over.
//Jonas
It's nice over there, went for a short visit last October. After going to Oktoberfest of course
This thread is a great resource with great links and advice. I plan on flying in with momma over the Memorial Day weekend and doing it up! Should be a blast, whoo hooo!
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Are you looking for something fun to do or some very interesting places to see in Goteborg when you pick up your new Volvo this summer?Goteborg, Sweden is not only a beautiful city full of history and culture, it also has a very diverse collection of events and happenings. If you are looking for ideas on what to do in Goteborg during your vacation this summer, below is a calendar of Goteborg events, along with links for more information.
June 6, 2009
Summer concert
Traditional open air concert with the Göteborg Symphony Orchestra. June 6th is the National Day of Sweden.
Slottsskogen City Park
http://www.gso.seJune 5 – 6, 2009
STCC – Göteborg City Race
Frihamnspiren
http://www.stcc.seJune 10-14, 2009
Volvo Ocean Race
The around the world sailing competition makes a stop at the island of Marstrand.
http://www.volvooceanrace.orgJune 15 – 29, 2009
2009 UEFA under-21 Championship
Gamla Ullevi (The new football stadium in Göteborg)
http://www.uefa.com/competitions/under21June 19, 2009
Midsummer’s Eve
Celebrate Midsummer at Slottsskogen City Park, The Garden Society of Goteborg, Gunnebo House and Gardens, Nääs Castle or on one of the islands.June 26 – 28, 2009
World youth athletic games
Ullevi stadium
http://www.ullevi.com
June 29 – July 5, 2009
Match Cup Sweden
Sailing at Marstrand
http://www.matchcupsweden.comJuly 13 – 18, 2009
Gothia Cup
Leading annual youth football tournament.
http://www.gothiacup.seJuly 31, 2009
U2 concert
Ullevi stadium
http://www.ullevi.comAugust 7 – 9, 2009
Göteborg Jazz Festival
http://www.gothenburgjazzfestival.comAugust 11 – 16, 2009
Göteborg Culture Festival
Annual city festival with concerts, culture, entertainment and activities. Free admission.
http://www.goteborg.com/kalasetAugust 14 – 15, 2009
Way Out West
International Music Festival
Slottsskogen City Park
http://www.wayoutwest.se
August 15, 2009
The Around Tjörn Race
An annual long distance sailing competition where the boats are sailing around the island of Tjörn.August 29 – 30, 2009
Finnkampen
Athletic competition between Sweden and Finland.
Ullevi
http://www.finnkampen.seSeptember 5, 2009 – November 15, 2009
Göteborg International Biennial for Contemporary Art
This year’s theme is "What a wonderful world". Held every other year actively promoting contemporary Swedish works of art.
Röda Sten
http://www.rodasten.comSeptember 24 – 27, 2009
Göteborg Book Fair
International book and culture fair.
Svenska Mässan Exhibition and Congress Centre
http://www.bok-bibliotek.seWilliam
if you want to have a nice trip in the region why not visit Cafe Utsikten in Båstad (http://www.cafeutsikten.se/webb/english.htm) or take a drive to the home-town of Ikea Älmhult (www.älmhult.se).Also Nice is the town of Gränna (www.grenna.se) ... in top-season they make (by hand) authentic pepermint-rock sweats ...
If you are doing an OSD, I strongly suggest that you contact Jonas. He can give you a wonderful tour of Goteborg. He is a local resident and knows the local history and can get you to places that you could never find on your own.
His pleasant personality and his pride in his home town are worth setting up a 1/2 day tour of the city. His fees are more than reasonable and you will make a friend as well. He is quite a good chef as well. He can make you a traditional Swedish family dinner in the true Swedsih setting.
Take advantage of the chance to see Goteborg in a way that you could not experience on your own. Just tell him I sent you~
Hi everyone!I just updated the road signs in this post as the old Swedish DMV "Vägverket" has become the new Swedish DMV "Transportstyrelsen" and moved their website.
Anyhow, take a look at the signs and maybe print the post before traveling?
//Jonas
P.s. as always, ask as many questions as you can/want to before traveling! Preferably keep them in this post as more people can see the question and the answer!
I'll be arriving in Gothenburg in about 9 hrs. Anything you suggest to do, places to eat, or things to avoid during this rainy month.Thanks.
Can you recommend any hotels? I'll be going in mid January and am planning on just hanging around Gothenburg for 3-4 days and then returning home.Volvo has a winter travel offer for an additional night in Gothenburg and 3 nights in Stockholm for $595. Unless, you purchase an S40, V50, or C30, then it's $895. Of course I'm getting an S40. I was just wondering if this was worth it, or if I would be better off just finding a hotel on my own.
The above price includes air back to Stockholm, all airport/hotel transfers, and breakfast each day. I don't know if that makes it worth it but wanted to mention it.
Jonas (or any other Goteborg locals),Here's one aimed at you:
My wife and I will be in Sweden for OSD in late March, and after our factory delivery we were hoping to see the Bohus Fortress mentioned here before.
I've come across this site: http://translate.google.com/tr...om%2F which gives the open times as weekends in April, then daily from May-August. Am I totally out-of-luck or is it possible to view this fort on my own eventhough it isn't officially open?We were also hoping to visit either Vrango, Branno, or Styrso Island via the ferry (already have Goteborg Passes). Which of these do you recommend to take in some of the natural sights and maybe grab a bite to eat?
Thanks for all the great info you've already provided here, I've found it tremendously helpful.
Quote, originally posted by remluf » Here's one aimed at you: Shoot!
Quote, originally posted by remluf » My wife and I will be in Sweden for OSD in late March, and after our factory delivery we were hoping to see the Bohus Fortress mentioned here before. [...] Am I totally out-of-luck or is it possible to view this fort on my own eventhough it isn't officially open? In one way you're out of luck as you cannot get inside the fortress. However, you can still park outside it and walk, I believe, all the way around it. There are some beautiful spots for taking pictures of the fortress (with the car) on two sides of it. You should still go even though it may be closed! Kungälv, which is the town where it is, is a nice little place to see, IMHO.
Quote, originally posted by remluf » We were also hoping to visit either Vrango, Branno, or Styrso Island via the ferry (already have Goteborg Passes). Which of these do you recommend to take in some of the natural sights and maybe grab a bite to eat? To be prefectly honest, I have not been (which is really shameful seeing as I've lived in Göteborg in all my life, but three years) there. I would go to Brännö, but that's just me. I think that either of the islands in the southern archipelago are worth a visit. Please remember that there are no cars allowed on these islands - what so ever. So if you want to go out into the archipelago with you car on the ferry, I'd opt for Hönö/Öckerö.
Quote, originally posted by remluf » Thanks for all the great info you've already provided here, I've found it tremendously helpful. Thanks! That's great!
Again, sorry for the late reply!
BR,
Jonas
Good info, Jonas - it's much appreciated.Hopefully we'll get to meet up with you in Goteborg.
I always suggest catching up with Jonas if you can!
I know your posting is dated, but I was wondering about the bridge between Sweden and Denmark.Is this a toll bridge?
Quote, originally posted by ltreggett » I know your posting is dated, but I was wondering about the bridge between Sweden and Denmark. Is this a toll bridge?
It's dated but not forgotten! Keep the questions coming!
The bridge, located between Malmö and Copenhagen is indeed a toll bridge. I'll set you back €39 if you take your new Volvo. See this link: http://uk.oresundsbron.com/page/60
//Jonas
We've been informed that our OSD car will be ready in Göteborg on a Wednesday. Since we intend to catch a Saturday flight, any thoughts on whether it would be better to go the weekend before the car is ready, purchase a Göteborg pass, and use public transportation for a few days, or head over the following weekend, and pick the car up on Monday? We intend to spend 2 weeks in Sweden/Norway, at least half of which will be up north.
Fly through Copenhagen (SAS usually does just that) and ask for the stay-over for a couple of days. It is free (ticket price wise), and Copenhagen is a great place to spend a couple of lazy days...There are resonably and economy priced hotels in the very center of the town...Rick Steves has some good suggestions.I will recommend checking the bulk of luggage to be directed to Gothenburg. Have a small carry-in with some eccentials.
I ask for forgivness from locals, but Copenhagen is wayyyy much lively than the Gothenburg. The former is a tourist oriented major capital, the latter is a big industrial town with its benefits and disadvantages...
FYI:
Summer Events in Sweden
For more information on the events below visit: www.visitsweden.com
02 June 2010 to 06 June 2010 – A Taste of Stockholm
A wide selection of Stockholm's best restaurants will participate serving more than 200
different dishes. The stage will present a wide variety of entertainment from Big Band
Music to Sixteenth Century Ballads to Rock 'n' Roll.
Location: Stockholm
05 June 2010 – Stockholm Marathon
It will be an exiting race in a beautiful city with 18,500 runners from all over the world.
Stockholm Marathon is ranked as the No. 1 destination marathon in the world by "The
Ultimate Guide to International Marathons".
Location: Stockholm
06 June 2010 – National Day
Sweden has not taken part in any of the wars of the modern era, which may explain the
Swedes' somewhat guarded attitude towards celebrating a national day. They are proud of
their country but don't seem to feel any great need to show it. Previously, 6 June was not a
public holiday, and for many people the only sign that this was a special occasion was the
decoration of buses with Swedish flags.
09 June 2010 to 12 June 2010 – Sweden Rock Festival
One of Europe's summer rock festivals. Sweden Rock Festival presents a large number of
great international artists.
Location: Solvesborg, Blekinge
18 June 2010 to 19 June 2010 – Vatternrundan
The world's largest bicycle race (186 miles) for some 16,000 cyclists around Lake Vattern.
Location: Around Lake Vattern
25 June 2010 – Midsummer Eve/Solstice Celebrations
Traditional celebrations with dance and music around the maypole. Contact regional tourist
offices for local celebrations throughout the country.
29 June 2010 to 04 July 2010 – Bergman Week
The Bergman week is a six-day celebration of Ingmar Bergman's art, with films, guests,
seminars and tours to film locations on Faro, Gotland.
Location: Faro, Gotland
07 July 2010 to 09 July 2010 – Hultsfred's Rock Festival
Hultsfred Rock Festival, Sweden's largest with attractions for young and old alike.
Slideshows with fakirs, acrobats, comedians, tightrope walkers, jugglers, impressionists,
musicians and dancersmusicians and dancers.
Location: Hultsfred, Smaland
14 July 2010 – HRH Victoria's Birthday
Welcome to Oland on July 14 2010 to celebrate the Swedish Princess Victoria on her 33rd
birthday!
Location: Borgholm, Oland
26 July 2010 to 01 August 2010 – Stockholm Pride
Welcome to Scandinavia's largest Pride Fastival – Stockholm Pride!
Location: Stockholm
29 July 2010 to 31 July 2010 – Storsjoyran in Ostersund
Also known as the Great Lake Festival is an annual event going back to the early sixties.
Something that is well reflected is the fact that the festival gathers around 55,000 visitors
every year and is the second biggest festival in Sweden. Through this is mainly a musical
festival it includes a variety of other occurrences such as daytime theater, street artists,
mimes, impersonators, escapologists etc, as well as a large number of outdoor restaurants
put up just for the event.
Location Ostersund
05 August 2010 to 07 August 2010 – Uppsala Reggae Festival
Uppsala Reggae Festival is the largest strictly reggae music festival in Scandinavia and it
attracts reggae fans from all over Nordic Europe, as well as people with a general interest in
music. Uppsala Reggae Festival is an open and warm festival with an audience from all
ages.
Location: Uppsala
06 August 2010 to 13 August 2010 – Fjallraven Classic
Fjallraven classic is a mountain trek that takes place high in the mountains in Swedish
Lapland and covers 110 kilometers. Nestled between the mighty mountains in Europe's last
wilderness, this is just about as exotic as it gets.
Location Nikkaluokta, Abisko, Swedish Lapland
06 August 2010 – DN Galan
DN Galan is classified as Super Grand Prix and is part of IAAF World Athletic Tour. From
2010 DN Galan will be part of the new IAAF Diamond League. It has been the leading
track and field meet in Sweden since it was first staged in 1967. Today it is also the largest
annual sporting event in Sweden. It is held at the fabulous Stockholm Olympic Stadium,
which was build for the 1912 Olympic Games. No less than 83 world records have been
set at the Stadium, far more than at any other arena world wide! DN Galan offers a unique
blend of traditional athletics in a small historic arena and a futuristic sports shows with a mix
of music, sound effects and the latest technology. The result is an atmosphere which has
made the meet well known and highly 08 August 2010 to 15 August 2010 – Medieval Week on the island of Gotland
Markets, pilgrim walks, music and games.
Location: Gotland
10 August 2010 to 15 August 2010 – Stockholm's Culture Festival
In August every year the heart of Stockholm pulsates with a vibrant combination of culture
and festivities. It’s time for the Cultural Festival of Stockholm! Since its launch in 2006 the
festival has quickly become a regular event and a great success among both Stockholm
residents and visitors. The city’s streets and squares host a dynamic blend of music and
entertainment: world music, jazz, opera, classical music, pop, rock, soul, standup comedy,
children & family events, authors, street art, drama, the world’s biggest book table, city
walks, film, the VIVA! carnival, art, dance, photography and visiting international performers.
Admission is free to 99% of the festival. Everyone is welcome when Stockholm’s most
vibrant cultural figures and groups invite festival participants to colourful and intense
encounters between the local and the global.
Location: Stockholm
12 August 2010 to 14 August 2010 – Way Out West – Music Festival
Way Out West is a music festival in Sweden's second city Göteborg, with rock, indie, and
alternative acts from both Sweden and the international scene. The festival is in its third
year, but already ranked by UK media as one of the 20 best festivals in Europe. The venue is
Slottsskogen, a large beautiful park in the centre of the city. For two days the park is home
to two outdoor stages, an indoor stage and a buzzing festival atmosphere during 14th-15th
August. Way out West is also environmentally-certified and a tasty selection of organic food
is also on the menu.
Location: Slottsskogen, Gothenburg
13 August 2010 to 31 August 2010 – Crayfish party
As the Swedish summer draws to a close, you may be lucky enough to experience warm,
clear August nights that are almost Mediterranean in character. That's when Swedes have
their crayfish parties.
20 August 2010 to 31 August 2010 – The surstromming premiere
All countries have their own dreaded delicacies – insects, strange entrails and pieces of
meat in various stages of decay. Sweden has the notorious sour herring.
30 August 2010 – The Polar Music Prize Ceremony
The Polar Music Prize is an international music prize and awarded to individuals, groups or
institutions in recognition of exceptional achievements in the creation and advancement of
music.
Location: Stockholm
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