Cycle Copenhagen to Malmo

Name: Cycle Copenhagen to Malmo
Brand: UTracks
SKU: CML
Rating: 4.00 (3 reviews)

Discover Denmark's pretty countryside by bike | Daniel Villadsen

Explore Denmark's bike paths your way on a self-guided tour | Sarah Green

Have fun pedalling the streets of Denmark | Daniel Villadsen

Cycling by the Danish waterways | Daniel Villadsen

Soaking up the views of Frederiksborg Castle in Denmark. | Mark Gray

Explore Denmark's fields by bike | Michael Fiukowski and Sarah Moritz

The perfect backdrop for a Danish cycling pit stop. | Michael Fiukowski and Sarah Moritz

Cyclists in Copenhaven

Discover Denmark's pretty countryside by bike | Daniel Villadsen

Explore Denmark's bike paths your way on a self-guided tour | Sarah Green

Have fun pedalling the streets of Denmark | Daniel Villadsen

Cycling by the Danish waterways | Daniel Villadsen

Soaking up the views of Frederiksborg Castle in Denmark. | Mark Gray

Explore Denmark's fields by bike | Michael Fiukowski and Sarah Moritz

The perfect backdrop for a Danish cycling pit stop. | Michael Fiukowski and Sarah Moritz

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Duration

7 days

Activities

self guided cycle

Accommodation

3-4 star hotels

Meals

6 Breakfasts

Price

Adult$1990USD

Child$1200USD*

* See below for further details.

Overview

Trip Code: CML

Trip highlights

Stress free mainly coastal cycling from Denmark to Sweden
Relaxing on Bellevue beach on the Baltic Sea coast
Exploring castles and cathedrals and appreciating the regions rich maritime history
Feasting on fresh seafood including smoked fish

Denmark and Sweden are ideal locations for a cycling holiday, offering fabulous landscapes waiting to be discovered. The scenery will change between breathtaking coastlines, small, idyllic harbour towns and extensive nature reserves. Enchanting beaches will entice you to linger or swim, and the small towns will surprise you with their numerous cultural attractions. Experience Kronborg Castle, known as Hamlet's Elsinore, relax on famous Bellevue Beach with its Arne Jacobsen designed lifeguard towers on the Baltic Sea coast and delight in the largest Renaissance residence in Scandinavia, Frederiksborg Castle. For the most part, the route follows the coast, offering great views of the Baltic Sea. At either end of the trip the vibrant cities of Copenhagen and Malmo are easily explored on two wheels. With plenty of culinary highlights along the way and with comfortable hotels to stay in each night, take a break from everyday life and immerse yourself in this wonderful bicycle holiday experience.

Trip Grading

introductory to moderate

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Day 1
Arrive Copenhagen, personal welcome briefing and bike handover in early evening

Whether you begin your tour strolling through town to the old harbour with its Little Mermaid, taking a canal boat trip, visiting design and antique shops or enjoying a drink and dinner at Nyhavn or at the well know amusement park Tivoli, the charm of Denmark’s capital will put you in the mood for the coming days. Most places of interest are easily accessible on foot, by bus or by bike in Copenhagen and it is definitely worth staying longer in this beautiful city, either before or returning after your cycle trip. Early in the evening you will have a welcome meeting and bike handover with our representative, an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your upcoming cycle journey and to test your bike.

Meals: Nil

Day 2
Cycle north along the Öresund via Bellevue beach to Vedbæk area (30km/18.75mi)

This morning you will leave Copenhagen and make your way north. Today’s stage leads you along the Öresund, the strait between Zealand in Denmark and Skåne, also known as Scania, in Sweden. With the Baltic Sea in view at all times, you will soon arrive at the well-known beach of Bellevue. A quick dip in the cool water is the perfect refreshment. It is also worth taking a short detour to Dyrehavsbakken, the oldest existing amusement park in the world. Overnight Vedbæk or surrounds.

Meals: B

Day 3
Follow the coast to Helsingør then ferry to Helsingborg in Sweden (25km/15.6mi)

Today you will again ride along the coastline, with magnificent views of the Baltic Sea. On the way, we recommend stopping at the Louisiana Museum, the most significant museum for modern and contemporary art in Denmark. In Helsingør, it is worth visiting the Kronborg castle. Finally, after a short ferry ride, you will arrive at Helsingborg on the Swedish side.

Meals: B

Day 4
Cycle the Swedish coast to Landskrona, option to visit Ven Island (30km/18.75mi)

Take some time to discover the vibrant city of Helsingborg. The wide range of cultural activities and the picturesque old quarter are sure to enchant you. Your bike tour will lead you along the Swedish coastline today. Along the way, you will pass through many small and idyllic fishing villages. From Landskrona, you can make a short excursion to the Ven island in Öresund. The entire island is a nature reserve, so it offers unique scenery which can be explored ideally by bike.

Meals: B

Day 5
Ride from Landskrona to Lund (50km/31mi)

In Landskrona we recommend visiting the citadel in the city centre. However, this town is not only for art and culture enthusiasts - the magnificent beaches promise cooling refreshment. Back on the bike path, you will follow the coast for most of the way. You will peddle through a few gorgeous nature reserves. The final stage brings you inland, and the goal of today’s stage is the university town Lund.

Meals: B

Day 6
Continue past the flat beaches of Lomma to Malmo (25km/15.6mi)

Back at the coast, the flat beaches of Lomma will entice you to stay a while. Just a little further along, you will reach the tour destination, Malmo. It is the third largest city in Sweden and has many attractions. The picturesque old quarter and the Malmöhus castle should not be missed.

Meals: B

Day 7
Trip concludes

After breakfast, your journey ends. We are happy to book extra nights for you to further explore Malmo, or we can assist with a transfer service back to Copenhagen on request. Please ask for our rates.

Meals: B

Map

Elevation

The map and elevation chart are for illustrative purposes only and meant to provide general guidelines.
On self guided trips, actual route information provided before departure will be more detailed.

Inclusions

What's included

6 breakfasts - buffet style with breads, spreads, cheese, often meats and cereals, coffee, tea, juice
6 nights comfortable 3 to 4 star hotels on a twinshare basis with ensuite facilities
Information pack including route notes - one per room booked, GPS Tracks available on request
Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess
21 or 24 speed rental bike with pannier, handlebar bag, panniers (water repellent), anti theft device and repair kit (premium and electric bikes available on request - supplement applies)
Bike rental insurance
Ferry ticket from Helsingør to Helsingborg (incl. bikes)
Welcome briefing and bike fitting
Emergency hotline - 7 days, 8am to 8pm

What's not included

Travel to Copenhagen and from Malmo
Meals not listed as included, drinks
Helmets (not available for rent)
Travel insurance - mandatory
Guide – this is a self guided cycling holiday
A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room
Entrance fees
Transfers not listed as included
Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
Hotel taxes if applicable – payable directly to the hotel
Handlebar phone holder
Excess luggage
Items of a personal nature

Bike information

Hybrid 21 or 24 Speed Bike

You will be supplied with a KTM 21 or 24 speed men's or ladies bike which is solid, easy wheeling and sturdy. They are equipped with V-brakes, aluminium-rims, almost indestructible tyres, high-resistant aluminium frame, lights, mudguard and a comfortable saddle.

Premium bike

A premium bike is available on request - supplement applies. Equipped with high quality components and a more sporty attitude. 27 speed Shimano Deore XT guarantees high comfort, hydraulic Magura brakes HS 11 and a high-quality suspension fork from Suntour are some of the bike's advantages for those preferring high quality with a sportive design. Please note: This rental type is only available with a cross bar.

E-Bike

An electric bike is available on request. A supplement applies, see below.

Electric bikes, or e-bikes, are designed to make cycling easier. The pedaling ‘boost’ provided by an e-bike opens up more options, allowing people of different fitness levels to cycle together or for cyclists to take on routes they may otherwise consider too tough for their current fitness capabilities. Please note that e-bikes are heavier than normal bikes and given the higher speed possible, should only be ridden by confident cyclists. Minimum age for e-bike rental is 14 years and a minimum height requirement is 160cm / 5ft25".’

Grading

introductory to moderate

INTRODUCTORY TO MODERATE - Grade 2 This trip involves 5 days cycling along cycle paths and backroads with minimal car traffic (except in larger towns). Leaving Copenhagen the way is on dedicated cycle roads. The cycling distance is from 25km to approximately 50km / 16 to 31mi per day - distances are given as a guide and will vary according to the town and accommodation you are booked into. While the terrain is quite flat, there can be quite strong winds at times. This trip requires a reasonable to good level of fitness. Suitable for capable children - kids bikes are available and also trailers / trail-a-bikes. Premium (more sporty) and e-bikes are available for a supplement.

Departure dates

Fridays from 31 May to 30 Aug

Notes

Note:

It is possible to begin on other days during the season - surcharge applies for groups of less than 4. Ask our office for details.

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Priceper person from

Adult$1990USD

Child$1200USD** See below for further details.

Options & Supplements*

Premium bike SupplementUSD$90
E-Bike SupplementUSD$210
Single SupplementUSD$600
Child under 12 sharing with 2 adultsUSD$1200

*Prices listed are per person

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