Upcoming Gigs
If you’re searching for authentic heavy metal bars in Gothenburg, you’ve found your sanctuary. Located on Andra Långgatan, just a short walk from Järntorget, The Abyss is the beating heart of the city’s rock and alternative scene.
We are a dedicated rock club and pub created by and for metalheads, serving up cold beer, killer burgers (with great vegan options), and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere where the volume is always turned up.
Latest News
- Get your ticket for The Abyss Festival 2025!
One-day tickets now available! BANDS: I Am Morbid, Absu, Possessed, Stormwitch, Terrorizer, Deströyer 666, Varathron, Praying Mantis, Cloven Hoof, Brats, Cruel Force, Henych 666, Bütcher, Mirror, Armagh, Amethyst, Iron Curtain, Crank, Morax, Tyrannosatan, Imperishable, S.O.R.M. …
Delicious food & cheap beer next to Masthuggstorget
Afterwork & Happy Hours
Monday – Thursday 17.00–18.30
Great Burger Meals from 159:-
Afterwork price – 10% off
Live Music & Intimate Gigs
Live music is in our blood, and we regularly host loud and unforgettable gigs showcasing both local talent and international acts. If you are looking for a raw, high-energy live experience right in the heart of the city, our stage is the place to be.
Underground Heavy Metal & Subgenres
Our true passion lies in underground heavy metal, and we proudly dedicate our space to specialized subgenres. Whether you live for the blistering speed of thrash, the raw intensity of black metal, the crushing weight of death metal or the pure energy of NWOBHM, this is your home. Check out our calendar for upcoming live shows, heavy DJ sets, and official concert afterparties—and step into the darkness!
