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Botanic Gardens and Änggårdsbergen Nature Reserve Walk
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/ Busy bee.Photo: Stuart Hilton - www.shiltondesign.co.uk -
/ Entrance to the botanical gardens.Photo: Stuart Hilton - www.shiltondesign.co.uk
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/ The formal garden.Photo: Stuart Hilton - www.shiltondesign.co.uk
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/ Änggårdsbergen Nature Reserve.Photo: Macs Adventure Ltd
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/ Axlemosse lake.Photo: Macs Adventure Ltd
Spend the afternoon stretching your legs through the impressive Botaniska Trädgård (botanic gardens) and Änggårdsbergen Nature Reserve.
This morning, sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery as you return to Gothenburg by bus (2.5 hours). Check into your hotel then hop on the tram to the Botaniska Trädgård just a 20-minute trip from the city centre. This unique nature reserve feels a world away from the city. Enjoy a loop walk around the gardens and forest trails of the Änggårdsbergen Nature Reserve, with 1000s of plant and tree species to be seen it's a botanists delight. The route follows what we feel takes in the best sights the reserve has to offer but feel free to make this day your own.
Author’s recommendation
Sitting by one of the small ponds or the waterfall in the Rock Garden is very relaxing.
Safety information
Take care in the woodland after rainfall as the tree roots and rocks can be fairly slippery.
Tips and hints
Food and Drink
There is a small cafe to the left of the entrance gates of the botanic gardens plus Gothenburg has a huge selection stores, delis and cafes where you can pick up supplies for your walk today.
Points of interest
Botanic Gardens
The magnificent garden grounds expand, in total, 175 hectares (430 acres), of which most constitutes a nature reserve including the arboretum. The garden itself is about 40 hectars where around 16,000 different species of plants, trees and flowers grow. Among many fascinating parts of the garden are The Rhododendron Valley, The Japanese Glade and The Rockgarden with it's waterfall. In the Greenhouses you will find about 4,000 various species, including some 1,500 orchids and the rare Eastern Island Tree. Opened in 1919 the gardens and the surrounding nature reserve are a popular spot with locals heading out for a sun, a bike ride or simply just to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
This tour is available on the following itineraries: WTBWS, WTWSE
Start
Destination
Turn-by-turn directions
0.00 km - Inside the main entrance gates BEAR LEFT to follow the trail past the Botanic Garden Information board.
0.13 km - TURN LEFT just after the greenhouse to follow the sign for 'Landeriträdgården' (Formal Garden).
0.22 km - BEAR RIGHT just beyond the formal garden then cross the wooden bridge as you now enter woodland.
0.55 km - Continue STRAIGHT ON at the split in the trail.
0.70 km - TURN LEFT at the junction.
0.77 km - TURN RIGHT at the junction, following the sign for 'Viltstråket'.
1.20 km - Continue STRAIGHT ON past the junction to your right, after 20m cross the wooden bridge then BEAR LEFT to go through the metal gate as you now enter Änggårdsbergen Nature Reserve.
From this point onwards you have the option to follow the mapped route on the Macs Adventure App or make your own way as there are many routes to explore in this huge area. Following the app closely will take you on a big loop to the opposite entrance back into the botanic gardens.
7.50 km - Go STRAIGHT ON through the gates back into the botanic gardens.
7.80 km - Now passing the 'Rock Garden' on your LEFT. Take some time to explore this area with it's wonderful waterfall and over 5000 plant species!
7.90 km - Continue STRAIGHT ON to follow 'Exit' signs to make your way back to the main gate of the gardens. Take some time to explore the display gardens enroute.
8.40 km - Your walk finishes here, back at the main entrance. It's just a short stroll to the tram stop for your ride back into Gothenburg city centre.
Note
Public transport
Take your luggage with you on public transport back to Gothenburg. We recommend taking the 9.15am bus no. 860 from Smogen to Torp Terminal, Uddevalla (arrives at 10.30am). From here, take the bus no. 841 to Gothenburg (arrives 11.43am). Be sure to check times beore heading off, as these can be different on Sundays and public holidays. Check: https://www.vasttrafik.se/en/
From the Gothenburg city centre, take the tram to the Botanic Gardens: Trams no 1, 2, 7, 8 or 13 to the stop Botaniska Trädgården, from where you can cross the motorway and after that take to the left and walk about 400 meters to reach the main entrance.
Coordinates
Equipment
A pair of sturdy walking trainers will be enough for this route if you dont want to wear full hiking boots. Along with the rest of your usual gear for a day outdoors remember to pack a wind/waterproof and an extra layer, especially during early/late season.
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