Within walking distance or a short bus ride away, you’ll find Backaplan, home to over 120 shops. Here you’ll find Stora Coop, cafés, health food stores, a liquor store, pharmacies, and hair salons etc.

The nearest bus stop is Frihamnsporten, about 400 meters away, with connections to the city center, Chalmers University, and Lindholmen. Travel time to the Central Station and Nordstan is just 3 minutes. Also nearby are the major transport hubs Hjalmar Brantingsplatsen and Vågmästareplatsen, offering trams and express buses.
From Kvillepiren, there’s a pedestrian and bike path that leads all the way to the city center.

At the entrance to Waterfront Cabins, you’ll find an unmanned grocery store with a wide selection and a super easy shopping experience. All you need is BankID and a bank card or Swish. If you don’t have a Swedish BankID, you can also download their app and create an account using your ID.

You’ll find a wide selection of restaurants, cafés, and cozy local pubs just a short walk away at Kvilletorget or a quick bus ride to the city center. Backaplan is also nearby — within walking distance or a few minutes by bus — offering over 120 shops along with a great mix of dining options and coffee spots.

Avenyn is Gothenburg’s most iconic boulevard — the heart of the city’s shopping, dining, and cultural scene. From stylish boutiques to vibrant nightlife and cozy cafés, it has something for everyone. You can get there in just 11 minutes.

If you enjoy swimming, you can visit the Jubileumsparken harbor bath in the river along Kvillepiren, which consists of two saltwater pools and one freshwater pool. During their opening hours, you can swim, relax on the dock, and train for swimming – all year round.
Read more at goteborg.se.

The public sauna in Jubileumsparken is a beloved and appreciated spot. It has become a well-known landmark both nationally and internationally thanks to its spectacular design. The sauna’s first prototype was built in 2014 by Gothenburg residents in collaboration with architects from Raumlabor Berlin. It has now been renovated for long-term use and is open year-round. To use the sauna, you need to book a time, at least two weeks in advance.
Read more and book at goteborg.se.

During the summer season, sailing classes are held in Jubileumsparken, starting from the pier at Kvillepiren. The sessions take place in the harbor basin using accessible dinghies, and everyone is welcome to join—regardless of previous experience or physical ability. The sailing school is offered in various formats and is free of charge.
You can also go canoeing from the pier at Kvillepiren. Swimming skills are required, and at least one person in the canoe must be 18 years or older.
Read more at goteborg.se.

Padel Arena Frihamnen welcomes both beginners and experienced padel players with five courts, including a Center Court with seating for spectators. As a guest at Waterfront Cabins and a neighbor to the arena, you’ll enjoy a discounted rate for playing.
Read more at pgspadel.com

The area is close to many beautiful green spaces and parks offering relaxation and recreation, such as Hisingsparken, the viewpoint at Ramberget, and Jubileumsparken. For a longer excursion, Göteborg’s beautiful archipelago is within reach.

Kvillepiren is located in Gothenburg’s harbor entrance, with the sea as your studio’s closest neighbor. Gothenburg’s beautiful archipelago and beaches are easily accessible, and nearby Jubileumsparken features an outdoor swimming area for sunbathing and swimming.

For those with a green thumb, there are planting boxes at Kvillepiren where you can grow your own plants, vegetables and herbs. To plant in Jubileumsparken, you need to apply for membership in the Jubileumsodlarna association. If you’re interested, contact Jubileumsodlarna via email at: jubileumsodlarna@gmail.com.