Linköping vs Sweden’s 3 largest cities.

Linköping vs Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö. Where is it best to hold a conference? We decided to let the conference city of Linköping go head-to-head with Sweden’s three largest cities and see how the result turns out when we compare them based on five different parameters. Maybe we’re biased, but admit that Linköping is definitely worth a closer look!

1. Location

With its strategic location by the E4 and the main railway line between Malmö and Stockholm, it’s easy to get to Linköping, regardless of the mode of transport. With X2000, the travel time from Stockholm is about 1 hour and 40 minutes, and by train from Malmö, you reach Linköping in less than 3 hours. 5 km from the center is Linköping City Airport, and from there you can reach destinations worldwide via Amsterdam.

And once you’re here, in Linköping, you’ll soon discover the great advantages. Everything is nearby. It is often walking distance between the hotel and the conference venue, and it is really easy to get to scenic experiences and fun activities. So easy that we actually choose to give the first point to Linköping.

Linköping vs Sweden’s three largest cities: 1-nil

2. The Venue

We know. There are plenty of fantastic conference venues in our country, but we are really proud of what we can offer here in Linköping. Visit Linköping & Co offers one of Sweden’s foremost convention and concert venues with no fewer than 20 attractive and flexible premises in the same building. Our largest venue, Crusellhallen, accommodates 1,200 people, and you also have the option to book Saab Arena for events with up to 5,000 visitors.

At Visit Linköping & Co, we are also experienced in working with security. We arranged TV4’s Prime Minister Duel 2018, a classic high-risk event, among other things, and we have all the routines in place to offer you a safe and secure conference. When it comes to the venue, it simply has to be a draw. A point for each side.

Linköping vs Sweden’s three largest cities: 2-1

3. Activities

Visit Linköping & Co not only arranges conferences, but we are also part of the city’s tourism company. This means that we collaborate with all local actors and are aware of everything that’s happening. In other words: if you want help with new, exciting ideas, you’ve really come to the right place.

Our project managers listen to your visions and help you tailor a program that suits you. If the conference spans several days, we gladly suggest that at least one dinner be planned outside our premises – why not at Linköping’s Air Force Museum, where we can set up long tables between the military planes in the hangar? So, hand on heart. We can’t say that we offer more than the big cities, but with our commitment and wide network, we promise you a program beyond the ordinary. A draw again.

Linköping vs Sweden’s three largest cities: 3-2

4. The Food

The food is a big part of the conference, and an evening with good food and drink lifts the whole event. At Visit Linköping & Co’s restaurant, fantastic chefs work who can exceed most expectations. The restaurant is both Swan-labeled and Green Key certified, and we serve up to 1,500 seated guests.

Together with our well-renowned head chef Anders Gustafsson, you plan breakfast, lunch, afternoon coffee, and dinner. Maybe you have a particular theme for the conference that you want to reflect in the menu? We adapt the menus according to the season and always offer locally grown ingredients. Here we would like to give a point to Linköping, but since we shouldn’t boast, we’ll let it be a draw. A point for each side.

Linköping vs Sweden’s three largest cities: 4-3

5. The Staff

Personal commitment is important for creating a highly successful conference. And here we can promise a lot without overpromising. When you turn to us at Visit Linköping & Co, you get help with everything. We simply make sure it flows smoothly, without hassle, from start to finish.

We start with a kick-off meeting where you tell us about your wishes and conditions, and we respond with creative suggestions and smart solutions. One of our project managers becomes your personal contact person, and together you plan everything from venues and schedules to any safety measures, accommodation, and transportation. In short: we tailor your experience and with the help of our technicians, chefs, and safety managers, we promise a truly successful outcome. Here we have to pat ourselves on the back and give Linköping the last point. The competition is decided and the results speak for themselves.

Linköping vs Sweden’s three largest cities: 5-3

So, how should we summarize this match? The big cities gave Linköping a tough match in terms of conference venues, activities, and food, which was quite expected. The bigger the city, the greater the range, but Linköping countered with quality, tailored programs, and an incredibly passionate restaurant kitchen. When it comes to location and transport, Linköping won – partly thanks to its “small” size – and the Linköping staff took the last point thanks to their enormous commitment. So: 5-3 to Linköping, the results speak for themselves.

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