1 Photo Spot at the Öresunds bridge

About the location

The bridge is famous for its transition from a high-cable-stayed section to a tunnel via the artificial island of Peberholm. This unique structure provides a variety of geometric shapes and leading lines that are perfect for architectural photography. From the Swedish side at Luftkastellet or the viewpoint in Sibbarp, photographers can capture the bridge stretching toward the horizon, often disappearing into sea mist or glowing under the golden hour sun.

Long exposure photography is particularly rewarding here, as the movement of the water and the passing clouds contrast beautifully with the static, rigid lines of the concrete and steel. At night, the bridge is illuminated, creating a necklace of lights across the dark strait, which reflects brilliantly off the surface of the Öresund.

Best timing

Golden Hour and Blue Hour are the absolute best times for photography here. During sunset, the sun often aligns near the bridge depending on the season, casting a warm glow on the pylons, while the blue hour provides a deep, moody atmosphere that highlights the artificial lighting.

Autumn and winter can offer dramatic weather, such as heavy fog or storm clouds, which add a sense of scale and isolation to the bridge. Clear days are great for sharp, architectural shots, but misty mornings provide a more ethereal look as the structure fades into the distance.

Traveling

The best vantage points are located on the Swedish side in Malmö. You can reach the Luftkastellet viewpoint or the Sibbarp area by car or public transport from Malmö city center; bus lines 4 and 6 stop within walking distance. Parking is readily available at these coastal locations. For views from the Danish side, the Kastrup area near the airport offers perspectives of the bridge entering the tunnel, though the Swedish side is generally preferred for the iconic pylon shot.

Photography tips for Öresunds bridge

Use a wide-angle lens to capture the vastness of the bridge and its surroundings, or a telephoto lens to compress the distance and make the pylons appear more imposing. A tripod is essential for long exposures to smooth out the water and capture the night lights. Experiment with different heights along the Malmö shoreline; getting low to the water can create interesting foreground interest with rocks or waves. Neutral Density (ND) filters are highly recommended for daytime long exposures to capture cloud movement.

Other languages

Here is how Öresunds bridge is called in other languages:
CS Öresundský most DE Öresundsbrücke EL Γέφυρα του Όρεσουντ ES Puente de Øresund FI Juutinrauman silta FR Pont de l'Øresund HI ओरेसुंड ब्रिज HR Oresundski most IS Eyrarsundsbrúin IT Ponte di Øresund JA オーレスン橋 NL Sontbrug NO Øresundsbroen PL Most nad Sundem PT Ponte de Øresund RU Эресуннский мост SV Öresundsbron TR Öresund Köprüsü ZH 厄勒海峡大桥