Maritiman

Maritiman is a maritime museum in Gothenburg where several historic vessels are moored along the waterfront and open to visitors. You can walk aboard each ship to explore the cabins, decks, and working areas that show how different types of vessels operated.

The museum was established in 1987 to preserve vessels representing Sweden's maritime past in commerce, fishing, and shipping. Over time, the collection grew to include ships from different eras, showing how seafaring and boat design evolved.

The vessels tell stories about how people have earned their living from the sea and built communities around fishing and trade. The museum shows the connection between ordinary sailors and the maritime traditions that still shape Sweden today.

Most ships are accessible to walk through, though some areas have narrow passages and steep stairs that require steady footing. There is a café on the grounds where you can purchase drinks and light refreshments during your visit.

Several of the vessels on display served actual working lives at sea before coming to rest here, carrying marks and wear from their years in service. You can spot the practical wear on railings and decks that shows they were genuinely used boats, not recreations.