Smögen, Sweden

Smögen

A fishing village on the pink granite coast of western Sweden.

  • Jun–Aug
  • Best by car
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Smögen

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the long wooden boardwalk past the old fishing huts.
  2. AfternoonSwim from the smooth pink granite rocks or take a boat to Hållö island.
  3. EveningHave dinner on the harbour.

Day 2

Visit the Bohuslän fishing villages of Fjällbacka or Gullholmen.

What to eat

Fresh shrimp, räkor, from the morning fish auction.

Local tips

Make the most of Smögen

Beat the crowds

July is very busy. June and August are calmer.

Best photo spot

The colourful boathouses along the wooden Smögenbryggan pier.

Getting there

Easiest by car, about 1.5 hours from Gothenburg.

Don't miss nearby

The island of Hållö with its lighthouse, and the fishing villages of Bohuslän.

Good to know

Try fresh prawns from the fish auction harbour. Swim from the smooth pink granite rocks.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Smögen

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Plan your visit

Getting to Smögen

Getting there

  • Trollhättan Airport (THN)65 km away
  • Gothenburg Landvetter Airport (GOT)100 km away
  • Gothenburg85 km away
  • Oslo175 km away

A car is the easiest way to get here and to see the area around it. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeJun–Aug
TypeHidden town
Good forCoast, Food
Getting thereBest by car
Stay1 night
CountrySweden

Questions

Smögen: good to know

Is Smögen worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and food. A fishing village on the pink granite coast of western Sweden.

How many days do you need in Smögen?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Smögen?

The best time to visit is Jun to Aug. July is very busy. June and August are calmer.

How do you get to Smögen?

The nearest airport is Trollhättan Airport (THN), about 65 km away. Easiest by car, about 1.5 hours from Gothenburg.

What is there to see near Smögen?

Nearby hidden places include Gothenburg (84 km), Oslo (176 km) and Nordmarka (Oslo) (183 km).

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