Tången, Hönö

Tången on the island of Hönö provides a beginner-friendly dive site in the Gothenburg archipelago on Sweden's west coast. Located on one of the islands closest to Sweden's second city, Tången offers convenient access to cold-water diving for the Gothenburg diving community and visitors seeking an introduction to Scandinavian marine environments. The underwater landscape features the granite and kelp combination that characterizes the entire Swedish west coast. The rocky terrain provides substrate for the biological communities that add color and interest to every dive, while the kelp forest creates the living architecture that structures the marine ecosystem. Marine life at Tången includes the typical Gothenburg archipelago species. Wrasse, gobies, and cod represent the fish community, while crabs, shrimp, and starfish add invertebrate diversity. The anemones and soft corals on the rock surfaces create the unexpected color that surprises first-time Scandinavian divers. The site's proximity to Gothenburg makes it one of the most accessible dive sites for the city's diving community, providing the convenience that enables regular diving throughout the season. The beginner-friendly conditions make it ideal for training and introductory dives. Tången delivers accessible, enjoyable diving within easy reach of Gothenburg, making it a practical entry point into Sweden's rewarding west coast diving scene.