City in Västra Götaland County, Sweden
Is Gothenburg LGBTQ+ friendly?
5/5Very welcoming
Is Gothenburg LGBTQ+ friendly?
Very welcoming; West Pride and an active scene. Same-sex couples draw no attention.
LGBTQ+ laws in Sweden
Among the world's most accepting countries; Stockholm Pride each summer is huge, and smaller towns are relaxed too.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | Yes |
| Same-sex marriage | Yes |
| Civil unions or partnerships | Yes |
| Legal gender change | Yes |
| Anti-discrimination law | Yes |
The scene in Gothenburg
Where to go
- Linné and Haga bars
Events
- West Pride (summer)
LGBTQ+ friendliness across Sweden
Quick answers
Is Gothenburg safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Very welcoming; West Pride and an active scene. Same-sex couples draw no attention.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Sweden?
Yes.
Where are the LGBTQ+ areas in Gothenburg?
Linné and Haga bars
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Sources
- ILGA World: legal frameworks
- Swedish Migration Agency
- EU Entry/Exit System (EES)
- Västtrafik
- Göteborg & Co (Visit Gothenburg)
- Swedavia Göteborg Landvetter
- 1177 Vårdguiden
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