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Sunset

Golden Hour at Skansen Lejonet

Catch the late afternoon light on the historic redoubt before the winter dark sets in.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 14:59

    Lilla Restaurangen

    Grab a slice of pizza at Lilla Restaurangen. It is the closest eatery to Skansen Lejonet and open late enough to fit this schedule.

  2. 15:14

    Skansen Lejonet

    Walk up to Skansen Lejonet. The redoubt offers a clear view toward the southwest, the direction the sun will set.

  3. 15:59

    Skansen Lejonet

    Watch the sun dip below the horizon at 15:59. The golden light starting around 14:40 has already warmed the red brick of the fortress.

  4. 16:29

    Franke's Bar

    Head to Franke's Bar for a drink. It is a short walk away and open until 23:00, providing a warm place to linger after the cold outside.

Local tip

The walk up to Skansen Lejonet can be steep. Wear sturdy shoes. Franke's Bar is open from 16:00 on weekdays, so you will arrive just in time for a post-sunset drink.

Check before you go

  • Lilla Restaurangen is open Mo-Th 11:00-23:00.
  • Franke's Bar is open Mo-Th 16:00-23:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Gothenburg (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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