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work-life balance
Gothenburg - 6th place, world's best cities for work-life balance (Forbes 2023).
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Great place to raise a family
Sweden - 3rd place in best countries in the world to raise a family.
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Sustainable focus
Gothenburg was voted the world's most sustainable destination 7 times in a row 2016-2023 and came 2nd in 2024.
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City meets nature
Rocky coastline, green leafy parks, lakes and forests - you are always close to nature!
Why live in West Sweden
With water and green spaces always close by, and time to breathe in the fresh air. Life here feels both energising and calm. It’s this perfect balance of nature and city life that creates an exceptional quality of life. Find out why people from all over the world choose to live and work in the Gothenburg region, West Sweden.
Why the Gothenburg region
Innovative and sustainable region
Welcome to a region of innovation, where companies drive lasting change with a strong focus on sustainability. Changing the future positively is in the region’s DNA. Here, you’ll work with brilliant minds from around the world, pushing boundaries and turning bold ideas into reality.
How the region is creating the future
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Growing as a family
An American family living in Gothenburg explain how moving to the Gothenburg region positively changed their rhythm in life, their work-life balance and brought their family closer together.

The balance between life and career for me is quite perfect. We love the people here, the culture is very refreshing. I feel like living in Sweden as a family has brought us closer.