Sixteen kilometres of steel, concrete, and ambition connect Denmark and Sweden across the Øresund strait — and with them, two cities, two cultures, and one remarkable story.
The Drogden Tunnel runs for 4 kilometres beneath the Øresund strait, carrying both road and rail traffic in separate tubes. Constructed from prefabricated concrete elements sunk into a seabed trench, it is an engineering achievement that remains largely invisible to the travellers passing through it.
Peberholm is one of the crossing's most unexpected stories. Created entirely from material excavated during tunnel construction, this 4-kilometre artificial island was never intended to be anything more than a transition point. Yet nature had other ideas: left largely undisturbed, Peberholm has become a thriving wildlife sanctuary.
The cable-stayed bridge section stretches 7.8 kilometres from Peberholm to the Swedish shore. Its twin pylons, rising 204 metres above the water, are visible from both cities on clear days. The bridge carries a four-lane motorway on its upper deck and a two-track railway below — a dual-purpose structure of remarkable elegance.
Crossing by car requires paying a toll at the plaza on your side of the bridge. The amount varies by vehicle type, and regular commuters can access subscription programs that significantly reduce the per-crossing cost. Train passengers pay no bridge toll — only the ticket price.
The BroBizz transponder system allows pre-registered drivers to use dedicated express lanes and access commuter plans. For those who cross daily, registering for a subscription can represent a substantial annual saving.
Full toll information →Standard passenger vehicle. Most common toll category. Commuter plans available.
No bridge toll. Ticket covers the full journey. Approx. 35 minutes city-to-city.
Motorcycles in their own category, typically lower than the standard car rate.
Heavy vehicles pay higher rates based on axle count and gross weight.
Denmark's capital is a city of extraordinary livability — cycling-friendly streets, world-class gastronomy, and a cultural scene that punches well above its population size. Arriving by Øresund train, you step off at Copenhagen Central Station within walking distance of Tivoli Gardens, Nyhavn, and the Latin Quarter.
Sweden's third city is a place of striking contrasts — medieval cobblestones alongside cutting-edge contemporary architecture. The Turning Torso, Santiago Calatrava's twisting residential tower, has become Malmö's most recognisable symbol. The city's diverse food scene and compact, walkable centre make it an ideal day-trip destination from Copenhagen.
History, engineering, crossing methods, and practical advice in one comprehensive resource.
Vehicle categories, payment methods, and commuter subscription programs explained clearly.
Day trips, commuting tips, and Nordic travel inspiration for the Øresund Region.