Car rental at Gothenburg : Discover all our stations

Gothenburg, on the west coast of sweden, at the mouth of the göta river, is the second largest city in Sweden. Once the hub of the national shipbuilding industry, gothenburg today has established itself as an expanding industrial center, and hosts the headquarters of companies like ericsson and volvo. Gothenburg is well known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere; enjoy a leisurely stroll along its historic canals and wonderful parks. The city hosts some of the world's most important festivals, from the film festival to the gothenburg book fair, the largest literary festival in scandinavia. If you love historical museums and art galleries, then gothenburg is the place for you. The city is famous worldwide for masterpieces of art history ranging from the renaissance to contemporary times; visit the konstmuseum which exhibits classics by french impressionists and scandinavian painters or the röda sten konsthall, a contemporary art gallery set up in a renovated power station in the port area. Need a break? Try the “fika” (coffee with cinnamon bun) and take a walk along the cobbled streets of the haga district. built in the 17th century, this is the oldest suburb of gothenburg. Its streets are lined with old wooden houses, small shops, and trendy cafes. For families looking for activities, take a trip to the safari at the universeum museum, which houses many specimens of exotic plants and animals.

There are eleven europcar rental stations in and around gothenburg. these include gothenburg train station and gothenburg landvetter airport, which is about 26 km east of gothenburg. So whether you arrive in gothenburg by train or by plane, you will always find a place to pick up your car.

Renting a car in gothenburg is the solution that will perfectly meet all your needs. If you are traveling alone or in a small group, choose an economical rental car. Do you need something bigger for the whole family? rent a larger model like the volkswagen passat or a minivan. if you prefer an environmentally friendly solution, choose ecology and opt for an electric model from europcar.

Europcar's delivery and collection service offers you the utmost convenience of receiving your car or minivan directly at the address you specify, so you can have more time to relax. We will take care of delivering and collecting your car at the place and time most convenient for you. the only thing you need is an address in sweden.

Gothenburg is served by many trams. and yes, trams have priority over any other vehicle and any person! We recommend using a satellite navigator when you are behind the wheel as driving can be very stressful if you do not know the city.

Pay attention to pedestrians and pedestrian crossings. As throughout sweden, pedestrians have the right of way and you must stop to let them cross.

Parking in the city is generally difficult and expensive, but you can still try and, if you are lucky, you will find a free spot. The hourly rate varies based on 7 different zones and can reach up to 30 sek per hour.

Since January 2013, a traffic tax (trängelseskatt) has been applied in the city of Gothenburg to all cars with swedish plates, except on weekends.

One of the best things about gothenburg is the ability to reach many destinations in a day with a short drive. Among castles, islands, and parks, you will easily find the destination that suits you. Those with a green thumb can visit gunnebo palace and its gardens just outside the city. Originally built as a villa for a wealthy merchant, in 2003 the palace became a cultural heritage site. The gardens are always open, and you can visit the palace with its towering glass windows. A little further on, just 20 km from gothenburg, is the bohus fortress, which dates back over 700 years and is a testament to nordic history and culture. From there you can reach the rocky coasts of bohuslän. Less than 2 hours away from the city center, this swedish gem and its panorama of islands and fishing villages will remain in your heart for the rest of the trip.

One of the best things you can do in Gothenburg is explore its archipelago. the northern archipelago is accessible by car from lilla varholmen, about 20 km from gothenburg. in less than an hour you can reach ten picturesque islands. visit hönö, the largest island, famous for its local shops, fishing museum, and excellent restaurants. hönö also offers a wide range of activities from diving to kayaking.