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Gothenburg’s 400th anniversary
Gothenburg’s 400th anniversary is about both urban development and celebration, driven by extensive collaboration for over 10 years. Here, you can explore the summary and the lasting values that have emerged thanks to the anniversary.
The City of Gothenburg decided early on to use its 400th anniversary as a driving force and milestone in its development. The aim was to initiate processes that would strengthen and contribute to making Gothenburg an even better city—to live and work in, and to visit.
The vision for Gothenburg’s 400th anniversary has been to make the city internationally known as a bold model for sustainable growth. The goal is for Gothenburg to be innovative and open; an inclusive city where all residents feel a sense of purpose and involvement.