Trädgårdsföreningen

Trädgårdsföreningen is a large public park and architectural complex in central Gothenburg with multiple garden sections, a Victorian palm house, and extensive rose collections on landscaped grounds. The layout connects historical garden design with different botanical areas and creates a cohesive space for walking and exploration.

The park opened in 1842 as a horticultural center that introduced new growing methods and plant species to the region through demonstration areas. The Palm House was built in 1878, marking the peak of this botanical expansion movement in Northern Europe.

The Palm House reflects a period when European societies developed strong interests in collecting and displaying tropical plants as symbols of knowledge and exploration. The gardens today still serve this role, functioning as places where visitors discover and learn about plant diversity.

The grounds can be accessed through several entrances along Södra vägen, with regular public transportation stops near the main gates for easy arrival. The site works best on foot, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended for exploring all the garden sections.

The rose garden holds over 1200 different varieties, making it one of Northern Europe's largest collections of these flowers. This diversity developed through systematic collecting and cultivation efforts spanning many decades.