Torslanda, Residential district in Gothenburg Municipality, Sweden
The urban area of Torslanda extends along the western coast of Hisingen island, featuring modern neighborhoods and natural coastal landscapes at latitude 57.71N.
The district received its name from an ancient Norse sacrificial ground dedicated to Thor, establishing a direct connection to early Scandinavian religious practices.
Residents of Torslanda maintain Swedish traditions through local celebrations while embracing contemporary urban living patterns in their coastal community setting.
The district contains numerous schools, shopping centers, and public transportation connections, including regular bus services to central Gothenburg and coastal ferry routes.
The Volvo Cars manufacturing facility in Torslanda produces hundreds of thousands of vehicles annually, employing over 5000 workers in its extensive industrial complex.
Location: Gothenburg Municipality
Location: Bohuslän
Location: Torslanda
GPS coordinates: 57.71667,11.76667
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:44
New Elfsborg Fortress
5.5 km
Volvo Museum
4 km
Elfsborg Fortress
6.9 km
Torslanda Airport
1.5 km
Götheborg
6.5 km
Arendal
4.1 km
Hönöleden
5.5 km
Preemraff Göteborg
4 km
Norra Biskopsgården
6.8 km
Svarte mosse
7.1 km
Bremerska villan
5.1 km
Gäveskär
6.2 km
Björlanda Church
6.1 km
Sillvik
3.4 km
Skra bro
6.1 km
Stångmärket Valen
5.2 km
Sillvik
2.5 km
Hälleviken
2.6 km
Oscar II Fort
6.9 km
Gäveskärs gamla fyr
6.1 km
Styrsö 280:1
7.3 km
Kung Östens grav
7 km
Göteborgsgrund
5.3 km
Björlanda 32:1
4.4 km
Björlanda 193:1
6.6 km
Tumlehed
2.3 km
Björlanda 34:1
4.2 km
Biskopsgården water tower
7.2 kmReviews
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