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Record number of visits by cruise ships to Gothenburg

Record number of visits by cruise ships to Gothenburg

Cruise tourism set a new record in Gothenburg this year. From April to October, 73 cruise ships visited Gothenburg, carrying 110,000 visitors. In total, cruise tourism generated around SEK 60 million in pure tourist revenue for the city.

Port of Gothenburg – finishing line for the Volvo Ocean Race

Port of Gothenburg – finishing line for the Volvo Ocean Race

On October 4, the world's largest sailing race – Volvo Ocean Race – will get under way. After nine months at sea, the seven teams will finally cross the finishing line in Gothenburg in June 2015. The Port of Gothenburg is the official homecoming partner for the race.