Port of Gothenburg Information
Stena Line runs services from Gothenburg Port to Frederikshavn, in Denmark, and to the Port of Kiel, in Germany. DFDS Seaways provides a passenger/freight ferry service to Newcastle, in England and operates a once weekly sailing to the Danish Port of Kristiansand. The ferry to Newcastle also stops at the Port of Kristiansand en-route.
Gothenburg (Göteborg) is one of the most popular tourist areas in Scandinavia. The river Gota has always played an important part in the city's day to day life since the 12 century.
The city was granted its charter in 1621 and its location made it Sweden's gateway to the west. The Port of Gothenburg goes back as far as the 1840's, when the first berths along River Göta were built. It is situated on the west coast of Sweden and is Scandinavia's most spacious facility of its kind. It is positioned within the city limits of the second largest city in the nation.
With the arrival of steam-ships, the demands on the river grew and throughout the 19th century the southern river bank along the city being exploited for port purposes. The northern bank of the river is where the main port facilities are to be found to-day.
Reputed for its wonderful Baroque architecture from the 19th century, this young European cosmopolitan city has plenty to offer visitors. The majority of the attractions can be found either near the port, or nearby the Avenyn, which is both a verdant city avenue and a chief landmark.
The cruising and passenger terminal which was opened recently can be found on the River Gta, situated across from the city centre. Passenger facilities at the ferry terminal feature a snack-bar, a caf, a comfortable passenger waiting lounge and a car parking facility.
Train and bus services are available to significant cities. The Gothenburg City Airport can be found within the city municipality.
Facilities at Gothemburg Port - The ferry terminal building is accessible by wheelchair. Dedicated toilets for physically handicapped persons are available, while staff will happily assist those with disabilities; but, the ferry company should be notified when booking the ticket.
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