Gothenburg sightseeing and walking tours often include a stroll around the fish market, and a stop at Feskekorka is a must for foodies visiting the city. Browse the stalls, heaped with fresh fish and seafood, and look out for locally caught cod and halibut; shellfish including oysters, mussels, and crayfish; and live crabs and lobsters. If you’re cooking or packing for a picnic, you’ll find everything you need here. Alternatively, head to one of the food stalls or restaurants, where you can sample local delicacies like pickled herring, smoked salmon, or shrimp smörgås (open-faced sandwiches).
Feskekorka Market is located on the banks of the Rosenlund canal. It’s about a 10-minute walk from the central boulevard of Avenyn. Trams 1-4 and 9 also stop right nearby; hop off at Grönsakstorget.
The market is open all day from Tuesday to Friday, and closes at 3pm on Saturdays. Get there in the morning to snag the best deals and experience the market at its most atmospheric.
Foodies will find plenty to tempt their palettes in Gothenburg. After tucking into a shrimp sandwich at Feskekorka, head to one of the city’s many coffee shops to experience the Swedish tradition of Fika (an afternoon coffee break) with a coffee and cinnamon bun. Advance bookings are essential for Gothenburg’s top restaurant, the Michelin-starred Koka, but equally beloved are Gothenburg’s Haly Special hot dogs (a hot dog smothered in mashed potato). Other local specialties to look out for include Hönökaka (sweet bread), mackerel, and Swedish-style sushi.