Feskekôrka (Fish Church), Gothenburg

Don't be fooled by its name, Fish Church is not a church, but rather an indoor fish market housed in a building that looks like a Neo-Gothic church. Fish Church opened in 1874 to house the city's vibrant fish trade. Fishing is one of Gothenburg's oldest and most enduring trades. Visitors can buy fish that was swimming in the sea just a few hours earlier.

The market features fish, shellfish, and crustaceans. Vendors also serve ready-to-eat snacks and prepared dishes. In addition to the fish market, Fish Church houses a seafood restaurant. The restaurant has outdoor seating with a view of the Rosenlunds Canal.

Swedish architect Victor von Gegerfelt designed Fish Church. At the time, this building was considered futuristic. The interior's large hall doesn't have supporting pillars or walls as the roof's substructure provides the building's support. The building was originally called Fish Hall. However, residents quickly renamed it due to its resemblance to a church.