Welcome to Helsingborg – One of Europe’s most innovative and sustainable cities

In Helsingborg, we combine the best of everything

Outstanding quality of life, a thriving cultural scene, innovative businesses, vibrant test beds, world-class universities, a beautiful coastline and proximity to nature. Hard-to-beat infrastructure, a dynamic Öresund region, proximity to Europe and a strong belief in innovation for climate neutrality and better quality of life.

A place to live, work and thrive.

Helsingborg Innovation District

We love innovators so much that we have given them their own district. Making it easy to collaborate and find solutions for the future.

The city is your test bed

Test your ideas in one of Europe’s most innovative and sustainable cities. There are plenty of networks, knowledge and determination.

A smarter city – for the climate and people

In Helsingborg, we believe in innovation-driven development. There are platforms, collaborations and motivation here.

Build the city of the future with us

Helsingborg is bursting with exciting urban development projects. And you are invited.

Awards

There is much heart and hard work behind it. Including our climate work, our city centre development and our innovations.

Leading the transition – climate neutral by 2030

The climate cannot wait. We are one of a hundred EU cities that have pledged to become climate neutral before anyone else. And we are acting now.

A world-class testing environment

Helsingborg has unique conditions for testing, scaling up and collaborating on innovations and solutions for a better tomorrow. There are plenty of networks, cutting-edge expertise, and willingness.

“We have had hotels in Helsingborg for many years and my relationship with the city is more and more one of love. It really is one of Sweden’s most beautiful cities. When I come here, see the sun rise and look out over the city, I see lots of activity and not least construction cranes. It is a clear proof that the city is alive and developing.”

Petter A Stordalen, Owner, Nordic Choice Hotels SeaU Helsingborg

Tailored help when you need it

We are here for you whether you need advice, contacts, test beds or premises.

The most densely populated metropolitan area in the Nordic region

Over four million people live in the Öresund region. And the number is constantly increasing. From Helsingborg, you are close to both Copenhagen, Denmark and Hamburg, Germany.

An unbeatable place by the sea – Helsingborg is easy to love

From long coastlines with sandy beaches and a city centre with museums, restaurants and workplaces to an region full of cultural history, nature and outdoor activities.

Photo: Lottie Knutson