Accessibility at the cinemas
Wheelchair space
To book a wheelchair space and/or get a ticket for a possible companion, call us at 031-339 30 03 or email info@goteborgfilmfestival.se.
Companion
If you have a companion, they do not need to buy their own festival pass or ticket. Call us at 031-339 30 03 or email us at info@goteborgfilmfestival.se to make a booking. Write "Companion" in the subject line.
Cinema Draken
Accessibility Database
Not included.
Wheelchair Accessibility
Cinema/Biograf Draken is wheelchair accessible with assistance from our staff. To reserve a wheelchair space and/or request a companion ticket, please call us at 031-339 30 03 or email info@goteborgfilmfestival.se. A volunteer will meet you at the entrance of Cinema/Biograf Draken 30 minutes before the screening and assist you to the auditorium.
Wheelchair Spaces
There are two wheelchair spaces available in the front row—one on the left side and one on the right.
Accessible Toilet
Available at Hotel Draken, adjacent to the cinema.
Hearing Loop
Available.
Number of Seats
699 seats
Hagabion
Accessibility Database
Hagabion is listed in the accessibility database.
Wheelchair Accessibility
It is easy to enter Hagabion with a wheelchair by yourself. Simply ring the intercom next to the basement door at the entrance, and the ticket staff will respond and unlock the door. You must activate the door opener yourself. After entering you can take the lift up to the second floor. Unfortunately, the lift cannot accommodate the largest three-wheeled power wheelchairs and scooters. However, Salon 1 can accommodate these through the emergency exit directly from the street.
Wheelchair Spaces
Salon 1 has the 2-3 spots for wheelchairs in the middle of the auditorium with a good view. Salons 2 and 3 have slightly less favourable spots, located at the front– space for 2 wheelchairs in Salon 2 and 1 in Salon 3.
Accessible Toilet
Available.
Hearing Loop
Not available.
Number of Seats
121 +58 seats
Capitol
Accessibility Database
Not included.
Wheelchair Accessibility
It is possible to enter Capitol with a wheelchair.
Wheelchair Spaces
Available.
Accessible Toilet
No.
Hearing Loop
No.
Number of Seats
206 seats
Göta
Accessibility database
Not included.
Wheelchair Accessibility
Cinema/Biograf Göta has a step-free entrance and is accessible for visitors using wheelchairs.
Wheelchair Spaces
Salon 1 has 2 removable seats, Salon 2 has 2 removable seats, Salon 3 has 2 removable seats, Salon 4 has 1 removable seat. These seats can be removed to accommondate wheelchair users.
Accessible Toilet
Yes.
Hearing Loop
Yes, in all salons.
Number of Seats
Four salons, 21-108 seats.
Bio Roy
Accessibility database
Not included.
Wheelchair Accessibility
There is an adapted entrance through the gate on the right of the cinema, with a slope leading down to the emergency exit door that leads directly into the auditorium. Inside the auditorium, you can exit to the foyer without stairs or other obstacles.
Wheelchair Space
There are five seats in the center of the front row can be removed to make space for wheelchairs. The number of wheelchairs that can fit depends on their size. There is also one wheelchair space available at each end of the front row. For those using tall or height-adjustable wheelchairs, there is ample space behind the last row of seats as well.
Accessible Toilet
Available at the emergency exit door.
Hearing Loop
There is a hearing loop in the auditorium on the main floor.
Number of Seats
193 seats, of which 46 are on the balcony.
Stora Teatern
Accessibility database
Stora Teatern is listed in the accessibility database.
Wheelchair Accessibility
Stora Teatern is wheelchair accessible.
Wheelchair Space
Available.
Accessible Toilet
Available.
Hearing Loop
A wireless system for hearing assistance is available. Visitors receive a portable receiver with either headphones or a neck loop (a hearing aid with T-function is required for the loop to work). Receivers with accessories can be checked out from the theatre’s audience hosts.
Number of Seats
361 seats
Biopalatset
Accessibility database
Not included.
Wheelchair Accessibility
Biopalatset has a step-free entrance and is accessible for visitors using wheelchairs. The building is equipped with an elevator, providing easy access to all floors.
Wheelchair Spaces
Salon 1: 2 removable seats
Salon 2: 2 open wheelchair spaces (seats behind are blocked in our ticketing system)
Salon 3: 2 removable seats
Salon 4: 2 open wheelchair spaces (seats behind are blocked in our ticketing system)
Salon 5: 2 open wheelchair spaces (seats behind are blocked in our ticketing system)
Salon 6: 2 open wheelchair spaces
Salon 7: 2 removable seats
Salon 8: 2 removable seats
Salon 9: 2 open wheelchair spaces (seats behind are blocked in our ticketing system)
Salon 10: 2 removable seats
Accessible Toilet
Available.
Hearing Loop
Biopalatset offers Fidelio, Dolby’s wireless assistive listening system. Visitors can borrow a receiver with headphones at the box office.
Number of Seats
78-293 seats
Aftonstjärnan
Accessibility database
Aftonstjärnan is listed in the accessibility database.
Wheelchair Accessibility
Biograf Aftonstjärnan has a step-free entrance and is accessible for visitors using wheelchairs.
Wheelchair Space
Yes. There are two spaces reserved for wheelchair users and their companions.
Accessible Toilet
Yes.
Hearing Loop
No.
Number of Seats
181 seats
Nordstan VR Experience
Accessibility database
Not included.
Wheelchair Accessibility
Nordstan VR Experience has a step-free entrance and is accessible for visitors using wheelchairs.
Wheelchair Space
In front of regular seats.
Accessible Toilet
Available in Nordstan.
Hearing Loop
No.
Number of Seats
6 seats (2025)
Audio-Described Screenings
During the festival, several screenings will be audio-described, and there is an option to borrow headphones. The screenings that are audio-described will be marked in the programme with an icon.