Malmö & Lund Day Trip: Øresund Bridge, Turning Torso & Jakriborg

Summary

Bridge crossing to Malmö, medieval Lund walks, Turning Torso views and Jakriborg’s winding lanes

You’ll cross from Copenhagen to Sweden over the famous Øresund Bridge, stroll Malmö’s lively squares and see the Turning Torso up close before wandering medieval Lund’s cathedral and cozy streets. Lunch options abound at Saluhallen market or local cafés. End with Jakriborg’s colorful maze-like lanes before heading back — it’s a day full of contrasts and small moments you’ll remember.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t forget your passport — Swedish coffee tastes better if you earn it,” our driver joked as we queued at the Copenhagen pickup. I laughed, but honestly, I was more focused on the sky outside — that sharp northern light you only get near the sea. The drive over the Øresund Bridge felt like slipping into another world; even the air smelled different once we hit Sweden. Malmö surprised me right away — it’s got this mix of glassy new buildings and old squares where people actually linger. We wandered through Stortorget and Lilla Torg, past those old half-timbered houses and a vintage phone box that looked like it belonged in a Wes Anderson film. Our guide pointed out the Turning Torso (can’t miss it), twisting up into the clouds. You can’t go inside, but just seeing it up close is wild — almost makes you dizzy if you stare too long.

Lund was next — quieter, softer somehow. The cathedral bells echoed down cobbled streets while students zipped by on bikes with scarves flying behind them (I tried not to get run over). Inside Lund Cathedral, there’s this ancient astronomical clock that chimes with wooden knights every hour; I didn’t expect to feel moved by a clock but here we are. Lunch was at Saluhallen market — so many smells: coffee, cardamom buns, something grilled I still can’t name. I ended up with a pastry from Expresso House (the chain started here), which our guide claimed was “practically a local tradition.” He grinned when I tried to say ‘kanelbulle’ — probably butchered it.

Jakriborg came last — sort of tucked away, all winding alleys and Hanseatic-style rooftops that look straight out of a storybook but with real people living their lives inside. It was quiet except for a couple of kids playing soccer between pastel houses. My shoes made this odd echo on the stones; for some reason that sound stuck with me more than any postcard view. We headed back over the bridge as dusk fell, Malmö glowing in the distance. I still think about that stretch of water between Denmark and Sweden — how close two worlds can feel when you cross them in a day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Malmö and Lund highlights

• Cross Øresund Bridge to Malmö
• Visit Stortorget and Lilletorget squares
• Walk Sodergatan shopping street
• See Turning Torso skyscraper
• Explore Malmohuset historic building
• Relax at Lilla Torg cafes
• Visit Lund Cathedral
• Walk Lund University and Lundagård Park
• Explore Kulturen open air museum
• Have lunch at Martens Torget market
• Pass by Jakriborg maze-like streets

Top questions

Do I need my passport for this Malmö & Lund tour?

Yes, you must bring your passport for border crossing between Denmark and Sweden on this day trip.

Is entry to Lund Cathedral included in the tour?

Yes, visiting Lund Cathedral is included in your excursion ticket.

Can I enter the Turning Torso during this tour?

No, entry to Turning Torso isn’t possible; you’ll see it from outside.

Are lunch or entrance fees included?

No meals or museum entrance fees are included; lunch is at your own expense in Lund.

Is hotel pickup provided?

The tour includes pickup from a central meeting point in Copenhagen.

How long does it take to cross the Øresund Bridge?

The bridge crossing takes about 15-20 minutes by vehicle.

Are there options for vegetarians at Saluhallen market?

Yes, Saluhallen offers various restaurants and cafes with vegetarian choices.

Is WiFi available during transport?

Yes, WiFi is available onboard during your journey.

What’s included

Your day includes comfortable transport with air conditioning and WiFi onboard as you travel between Denmark and Sweden via the impressive Øresund Bridge. A knowledgeable host or driver guides you through Malmö’s squares, past landmarks like Turning Torso and into medieval Lund (cathedral visit included), ending with time to explore Jakriborg before returning to Copenhagen.