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Malmö City Hall, a red brick building with towers, reflected in calm harbor water at sunset. Historic waterfront buildings line the canal.

Cycling holiday from Copenhagen to Malmö

Cycling holiday in Denmark and Sweden

7 Days / 6 Nights
Moderate
Malmö City Hall, a red brick building with towers, reflected in calm harbor water at sunset. Historic waterfront buildings line the canal.

The essentials at a glance

Self-guided cycling tour from Copenhagen to Malmö through flat and gently rolling landscapes. The route covers approximately 165 km over 5 cycling days, following the Øresund coast with highlights including Bellevue Beach, Dyrehavsbakken amusement park, Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, and Kronborg Castle. The tour includes a ferry crossing from Helsingør to Helsingborg, accommodation in 3*** and 4**** hotels, daily breakfast, luggage transfer, and detailed GPS navigation.

Denmark and Sweden are perfect destinations for cycling enthusiasts! Beautiful landscapes are just waiting to be explored. The scenery varies from breathtaking coastlines and charming harbour towns to vast nature reserves. Inviting beaches offer the perfect opportunity for a refreshing swim or simply a relaxing break, while picturesque towns surprise visitors with their many cultural attractions.

The route mainly follows the coast, offering stunning views across the Øresund Strait. The vibrant cities of Copenhagen and Malmö are perfect for exploring by bike, and plenty of delicious culinary experiences await along the way. Leave everyday life behind and set off on an unforgettable cycling adventure!


Highlights

  • Cycle along the Øresund Strait with beautiful coastal views
  • Opportunity to visit the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art and Kronborg Castle
  • Discover two countries on one cycling holiday – Denmark and Sweden
  • Explore charming coastal towns and the historic cities of Lund and Malmö

The Route

This is a mostly easy cycling tour through flat and gently rolling landscapes. You will mainly cycle on dedicated cycle paths and quiet roads with little traffic. More traffic can be expected when entering and leaving towns and cities. The route is well signposted.

Itinerary

See the day-by-day itinerary below.

The Danish capital has plenty to offer, so we recommend arriving early. Take a stroll through the city's historic streets or visit the famous Tivoli Gardens amusement park. In the evening, there will be a welcome meeting, and you will receive your bikes (if you have booked bike rental).

Hotel (example): 4* Absalon Hotel Copenhagen

You leave Copenhagen and head north. Today's stage takes you along the Øresund Strait, which separates the Danish island of Zealand from the Swedish region of Skåne. With the sea as your constant companion, you soon reach the popular Bellevue Beach, where you might be tempted to take a refreshing dip.

It is also worth making a short detour to Dyrehavsbakken, or simply “Bakken” as the amusement park is commonly known. It is the world's oldest amusement park.

Hotel (example): 3* Hotel Rungstedgaard Rungsted Kyst

 

 

 

You continue along the coast, enjoying stunning views across the Øresund Strait. Along the way, we recommend stopping at Louisiana, one of Denmark's leading museums of modern art. In Helsingør, be sure to visit the impressive Kronborg Castle. After a short ferry crossing over the Øresund Strait, you finally arrive in Sweden.

Hotel (example): 4* Home Hotel Grand Helsingborg

 

Ta er tid att upptäcka livliga Helsingborg, med sitt breda utbud av kulturupplevelser och charmiga kvarter. Ni fortsätter sedan längs den svenska kusten och passerar flera små, idylliska fiskebyar. Från Landskrona kan ni göra en kort utflykt till ön Ven i Öresund. Ön bjuder på vacker natur och en unik miljö som passar perfekt att utforska på cykel.

Take your time to explore the vibrant city of Helsingborg, with its wide range of cultural attractions and charming neighbourhoods. You then continue along the Swedish coast, passing several picturesque fishing villages. From Landskrona, you can take a short excursion to the island of Ven in the Øresund Strait. The island offers beautiful scenery and a unique atmosphere, making it perfect for exploring by bike.

Hotel (example): 3* Hamnhotellet Kronan Landskrona

 

In Landskrona, don't miss the impressive citadel in the heart of the town. But Landskrona has more to offer than art and culture – its beautiful beaches also invite you to take a refreshing dip.

Back on your bikes, you continue mainly along the coast, cycling through several beautiful nature reserves before the route turns inland towards today's destination, the historic university city of Lund.

Hotel (example): 3* The More Hotel Lund

 

Väl tillbaka vid kusten lockar de vackra sandstränderna i Lomma till en välförtjänt paus. En bit längre söderut når ni målet för er cykelresa, Malmö. Sveriges tredje största stad har mycket att erbjuda, och ni bör inte missa de charmiga gamla kvarteren och det historiska Malmöhus slott.


Hotell (exempel): 4* Mayfair Hotel Tunneln Malmö

 

 

Your cycling holiday comes to an end after breakfast. We will be happy to help you book extra nights if you wish to extend your stay.

Prices and dates

Prices per person in EUR

Price includes

ACCOMMODATION

  • Accommodation at selected 3*** and 4**** hotels

 

FOOD & DRINKS

  • Breakfast every day

 

CYCLING AND EXPERIENCES

  • 5 days of cycling (approx. 165 km in total)
  • Standard bike rental (can be deselected – see details below)
  • Detailed descriptions of the carefully selected routes (route maps, route descriptions, information about relevant tourist attractions and important phone numbers – in English)
  • Access to the route in our GPS app, which also works offline (one access per person)
  • Option to receive GPX files for use in your own GPS

TRANSPORT

  • Luggage transfer between the hotels
  • 1 ferry crossing from Helsingør to Helsingborg, including bike

 

OTHER

GENERAL

  • Transport to/from Denmark
  • Handling fee (€25)
  • Travel insurance

 

Use the button "Calculate price" on this page to see what the tour will cost with your wanted inclusions.

PARKING
It is possible to park at the first hotel or nearby. Parking cannot be reserved in advance and must be arranged directly with the hotel (expect a cost of approximately €15–25 per day).

Bikes

You can choose from these bikes on the tour.
Red unisex touring bicycle with 21-speed gearing, equipped with bright yellow panniers on front and rear, parked on grass.
Unisex 21-speed bike
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry.

Body size approx. 148cm - 190cm.

43cm
46cm
51cm
56cm
Red electric bicycle with yellow panniers parked on green grass. The e-bike has a front basket and rear pannier bag, both in bright yellow.
Unisex 8-speed E-bike
Hub gears with freewheel

High quality unisex e-bike with comfortable low entry.

Body size approx. 148cm - 195cm.

46cm "XS"
46cm
51cm
56cm
Red men's touring bicycle with 21 gears parked on grass. Features yellow panniers on rear rack and handlebar bag, black saddle and grips.
21-gear men's bike
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame.

Body size approx. 165cm - 205cm.

56-51 "sloping" cm
60cm
64cm
Dark gray touring bicycle with rear rack, front suspension, and multiple gears parked on vibrant green grass beside a paved path.
PLUS men's bike 27-gear
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with diamond frame.

Body size approx. 155cm - 205cm.

46cm
50cm
51cm
55cm
60cm
63cm

Practical information

Here you can get answers to various questions about the trip
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The price is based upon two people sharing. It is also possible travel alone in a single room. Simply choose "1 person" in the booking form and it will automatically add the single room surcharge.

On this tour you will be on your own supplied with maps, route descriptions and luggage transfers. That means that your time is your own and you have plenty of time to enjoy the stages in your own pace.

 

Check the price quickly
You can quickly check the price of your desired trip without having to fill out any forms. Here’s how:

  1. Click on the "Calculate Price" button (you’ll find it in the "Dates and Prices" section) – this will take you to the first pages of the booking form
  2. Select your preferred date, number of people, room distribution, any extra nights, and any available add-ons you may want
  3. See the price


Get a quote
If you would like a flight included, or changes made to the trip, you can request a customized offer by clicking the "Get Quote" button at the top of the page. Remember to describe in detail what changes you would like.

The booking process
When you book the trip, we will begin booking hotels and arranging all the practical aspects of your tour. This process typically takes 5–8 working days, but in some cases it may take longer for certain bookings. If you arrange your own transportation, we recommend waiting until we have confirmed your booking before making any arrangements.

Dates
If you can select a date in the trip calendar (in the booking form), then this is a possible start date. We regularly update our trips with sold-out dates; these dates will then appear in red/grey and cannot be selected.

On all our cycling holidays it is possible bring your own bike but it also possible to rent a bike for the tour. The bikes you can rent are all perfectly suited for the tour and the local terrain and all bikes are perfectly maintained. If you want to rent a bike on your holiday, then you select this on the booking form.

Equipment included in the bike rental:

  • Saddle bag (water repellent)
  • Handlebar bag (water repellent)
  • Service-set with tools and extra bicycle tube
  • Combination lock

 

Roadside assistance
All bikes are equipped with puncture resistant tyres which means that it is virtually impossible to puncture. No rule without exceptions, so should you experience a punctured tyre then you can quickly fix it by using the tools in the service-set. If the damage is greater than a simply puncture then you simply call us and we make sure that your bike is fixed or you will be supplied with a new bike as quickly as possible.

Insurance is included
Insurance against theft and damages are included in the bike rental. Should you have any problems of this nature then all you have to do is to let us know and we will supply a new bike as quickly as possible. Naturally, careless or mischievous behavior is exempt from this.  

Transport to and from the trip is not included in the price. The tour starts in Copenhagen and ends in Malmö. We recommend waiting until your trip has been confirmed before booking any transport. Confirmation normally takes 5–8 working days.

Arrival in Copenhagen
Copenhagen is easily accessible by both car and train. If you are travelling by train, you can arrive at Copenhagen Central Station, which offers excellent connections to other parts of the city.
You can plan your train journey here: Rejseplanen.dk.

If you are arriving by plane, Copenhagen Airport is the nearest airport. From here, you can easily reach the city centre by metro or train.
Learn more on How to find the perfect flight

Parking in Copenhagen
If you are arriving by car, some of our hotels offer garage parking. The price is approximately EUR 30–35 per day. You will find further information about parking options in your travel documents.

Return transfer from Malmö to Copenhagen
When your cycling holiday ends in Malmö, you can book a return transfer to Copenhagen with our bicycle transport service.
The transfer operates daily, departing from Malmö at approximately 9:00 AM, and the journey takes around 1 hour. You can add this transfer when completing the booking form.
The transfer must be booked together with your trip, as the number of available seats is limited.

Alternatively, you can take the train from Malmö to Copenhagen via the Øresund Bridge.

 

How it works

  1. You book your trip with us.
  2. We confirm your trip, normally within 5–8 working days.
  3. Once your trip has been confirmed, you can book your transport.

Get a quote
If you prefer that we handle your flight, then we would be happy to arrange this for you. You simply book a quote below the map on this page and we will return with a quote as soon as possible (usually within 48 working hours).
Please note that we add a handling fee of 45 euro to each flight and this means that the flight will be cheaper if you book it yourself.

You stay for 6 nights in 3-star and 4-star hotels
All rooms have a private bathroom, and breakfast is included.

Breakfast is included every day.

Lunch: It is possible to stock up for the daily stages before you set out.
Some hotels will also be able to organise a packed lunch for you (for a fee).
In general you can find smal cafés and supermarkets in all towns, and many smaler villages. 

Dinner is also easy to find in the overnight towns or even straight at the hotels.

Luggage transfer is included on this tour. Upon arrival at the first hotel you will be given luggage tags along with the rest of the welcome package. You fill out the luggage tags and put them on your bags where they will remain for the duration of the tour.

Your luggage is picked up from the hotel lobby around 9am every morning and will arrive at your next hotel at 6pm at the latest (often long before that). If there are any special exceptions to the luggage transfer you will be notified upon arrival.

Luggage transfer includes one bag per guest and the bags can weigh 20kg each.

The weather along the Øresund Strait is generally well suited for a cycling holiday from spring to autumn. In spring, you can enjoy pleasant temperatures and long daylight hours, while the summer months typically bring temperatures of around 20–25°C. Late summer and early autumn can also be lovely times for cycling, with slightly cooler temperatures and the landscape beginning to change colour.

As much of the route follows the coastline, wind can play a role in your cycling experience. Particularly along the exposed stretches of the Øresund coast, you may encounter a fresh sea breeze, and the weather can change throughout the day. We therefore recommend bringing clothes that can be worn in layers, along with a windproof and waterproof jacket. Sunscreen is also a good idea on sunny days.

You can find the local weather forecast at DMI.dk.

After booking this trip, you get access to various discount schemes.

We recommend taking out travel insurance that covers at least illness, accident, repatriation, lost holiday, luggage and liability. As a customer, you are responsible for taking out the necessary travel insurance to cover these costs.

Before taking out insurance, you should check whether you are already covered by travel or cancellation insurance through your home insurance company, credit card or similar - please note that there may be differences in insurance coverage.

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When you book a trip with us, we plant a tree in Kenya.

Bering Travel partners with Growing Trees Network, which has been planting trees in Kenya since 2020 in collaboration with Seniorer uden Grænser (Seniors Without Borders). The trees are planted with small-scale local farmers in the Mount Kenya region, as well as at schools, where the fruit helps supplement students’ diets and is incorporated into their learning.

The trees are planted using the shamba method – a sustainable approach that combines reforestation with agricultural crops. This keeps the soil covered with vegetation throughout the year, helping to prevent nutrient loss and reduce erosion.

The contribution to tree planting comes directly from Bering Travel’s own earnings and is not added to the price of your trip.

This initiative is not intended as a carbon offset for travel, but as a way to make a positive contribution.

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