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Is it safe to travel to Gothenburg right now?

Traveling to Gothenburg? Read our tourist safety guide for Sweden's port city, focusing on tram safety, the archipelago, and safe nightlife.

Safety Score

90/ 100
SAFE
Gothenburg

Crime rate in Gothenburg

Gothenburg is a friendly, relaxed port city with a fantastic reputation for safety. The city center, the historic Haga district, and the bustling Avenyn nightlife area are all very secure. Because Gothenburg is built around a vast network of tram lines, pedestrians must be extra vigilant; always look for trams before stepping onto the tracks, as they are quiet and have the right of way. The archipelago is a popular summer destination, but be mindful of water safety and boat schedules, as getting stranded on an island due to a missed ferry can happen. Like Stockholm, Gothenburg has a very limited use of physical cash; keep your digital payment methods ready.

Emergency Numbers

Police112
Medical112
Fire112

Risk Breakdown

Crime Level80/100
Political Stability95/100
Health & Epidemics95/100
Natural Disasters90/100