Prayer times – Gothenburg

Muslim Presence in Gothenburg: Gothenburg, Sweden's second-largest city, is home to a long-established Muslim community that has grown steadily since the mid-20th century. The city's diverse population includes families, students, and workers from various backgrounds, contributing to a vibrant Islamic life. While exact historical dates are not documented here, the community's presence is evident through established institutions and places of worship that serve the spiritual needs of Muslims across the city.

Community Implantation and Prayer Places: The Muslim community in Gothenburg is well-served by numerous mosques and prayer spaces. Notable among them is the Gothenburg Mosque (Myntgatan 4), a central listed prayer place in the city. Other mapped locations include Islamiska Sunni Centret, Nasir Mosque, and Assalam Moskén in Gothenburg, as well as Angereds Moské in Angered, Mölndals Mosque in Mölndal, and Bosnian Islamic Assembly Gothenburg. These places are spread across districts such as Biskopsgården and nearby communes like Surte, reflecting a wide implantation of prayer facilities accessible to residents and visitors.

Prayer-Time Orientation: Muslims in Gothenburg follow the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the local timezone (Europe/Stockholm). Prayer times vary throughout the year due to Gothenburg's northern latitude, with significant seasonal shifts in daylight length. The calculation method used on this page ensures accurate timings for the city's coordinates. The Qibla direction from Gothenburg points southeast, and the distance to Mecca is approximately 4,600 km. For precise daily times, refer to the dynamic schedule above.