Malmö — Two Countries in One Day
The Öresund Bridge (opened in 2000) connects Copenhagen and Malmö over 16 kilometers of bridge and tunnel — making a day trip to Sweden a breeze. In 35 minutes, you're in another country by train, with a different language, different currency, and (somewhat) cheaper food.
What Malmö Offers
- Turning Torso: The 190-meter high twisted skyscraper is Malmö's landmark — designed by Santiago Calatrava, inspired by a twisting sculpture. Impressive from the outside, interior visits only with a tour.
- Gamla Staden (Old Town): The medieval core around the Stortorget (Great Market) with the town hall (16th century) and half-timbered houses. Small, pretty, and very Swedish.
- Lilla Torg: The "Little Market" — Malmö's most charming square with cobblestones, half-timbered houses, and cafés. In summer, it's one big terrace.
- Malmöhus Slott: The 15th-century castle houses several museums: Art Museum, Natural History Museum, City Museum. A combo ticket for all: 45 SEK (€4).
- Västra Hamnen (Western Harbour): The former shipyard area is a showcase district of sustainable urban planning: Turning Torso, waterfront promenades, swimming spots, and waterfront restaurants.
- Falafel at Möllevångstorget: Malmö has Sweden's best falafel — at the multicultural marketplace Möllevången, falafel is available for 40–50 SEK (€4–5). Cheaper than anything in Copenhagen.
💡 Tipp
Train ticket Copenhagen–Malmö: from 100 DKK (€13) one-way with the Øresundståg. Departures every 20 minutes from the main station (Københavns Hovedbanegård). The ride over the bridge is spectacular — sit by the window! Sweden uses SEK (Swedish Krona), but card payment works everywhere.
