As fascinating as Gothenburg is, we like to leave it for excursions along the west coast of Sweden. The Bohuslän Coast north of Gothenburg is called "The Golden Coast," and it's riddled with islands and skerries. For us, this is the most idyllic sailing country in Sweden. The Coast of Halland south of Gothenburg is also renowned, and it contains the chicest summer resort of Sweden, the town of Båstad. Here you'll find miles of sandy beaches lined by dunes, our vote for best going for Skummeslovsstrand and Melbystrand. Arm yourself with a good map from the Gothenburg Tourist Office before setting out.
