Title: Smogen Travel Guide: Best of Smogen, Västra Götaland County Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Smogen](https://expedia.co.uk/Smogen-Hotels.d6305835.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Smogen](https://expedia.co.uk/Smogen-Holiday-Rentals.d6305835.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Smogen](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Smogen.d6305835.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Smogen Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Smogen.d6305835.Car-Hire-Guide)[Smogen Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Smogen.d6305835.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Smogen Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo provided by Shutterstock](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/235000/235283-Smogen.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Shutterstock](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/235000/235283-Smogen.jpg) ![Smogen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/5a42ebe1fc42a9c306114c097b070a6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Smogen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0269adf344a8d0f6e63de091839e35f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Earthseeing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7b5401d830893703c5f77f079d365c2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Earthseeing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7b5401d830893703c5f77f079d365c2e.jpg) ![Photo by Ola Ekelund](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e6eb8c4a94c5a940686305c436221161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Ola Ekelund](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e6eb8c4a94c5a940686305c436221161.jpg) ## Visit Smogen Things to do #### The small island of Smogen, just off the west coast of Sweden, entices visitors from afar with charming swimming spots, fresh fish and refreshing sailing. If you're planning a trip to Smogen you will find that water activities is the main focus here. Sun worshippers and intrepid travellers alike will enjoy this beautiful island. Fill your holidays with fishing in the sea, kayaking and diving to get the most out of your stay. Smogen is one of Sweden's most popular places to visit in the summer. The island is a traditional fishing town as well as a well-visited stop for sailing and boating enthusiasts looking to relax after a long day at sea. You can admire as boats come and go whilst enjoying a cold beer on the pier Smogenbryggan, which is surrounded by charming little fishing huts and rocks. If you're looking to do some sightseeing you could go for daytrips to Hallo's lighthouse and nature area or the nature reserve Ramsvikslandet. When you visit Smogen you will also find plenty of local events, particularly during the summer, when the town buzzes with activity. During your weekend trip to Smogen, why not make a stop at the second biggest fish market in Sweden, Smogens Fiskauktion? This is one of the towns biggest tourist attractions, where you can find plenty of fresh fish and sea food at excellent prices. If sea creatures aren't your thing and you fancy something a bit more exotic, you can't go wrong with bringing the family to the zoo Nordens Ark, about 20 kilometres from Smogen. Here you will find lots of exotic species, such as wolves, pandas and even the rare snow leopard. Smogen is located about 1.5 hours drive from Gothenburg, and on the way you will pass Kungshamn. From Kungshamn there are plenty of connections to many other destinations in Sweden. Thanks to the plentiful transportation choices, you will find it easy to plan your holiday in Smogen. This is one of Sweden's absolute favourites during the summer months, so make sure you start looking for accommodation in plenty of time. 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