Hisingen facts for kids
Eriksberg on the northern bank of the Göta River where housing areas have replaced the shipyards.
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 Hisingen (Sweden)
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| Location | Kattegat |
| Coordinates | 57°46′N 11°53′E / 57.767°N 11.883°E |
| Area | 198.84 km2 (76.77 sq mi) |
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| Demographics | |
| Population | 130,000 |
| Pop. density | 628.14 /km2 (1,626.88 /sq mi) |
Hisingen is a large island located on the west coast of Sweden. It covers an area of about 199 square kilometers (77 square miles). This makes it Sweden's fourth biggest island. Even though it's not the largest, Hisingen is the most populated island in Sweden. It is situated just north of the city of Gothenburg. You can also find Göteborg City Airport on Hisingen.
Images for kids
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Ramberget as seen from the Göta älv Bridge.
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