Over the past decade, Malmö has undergone a most dramatic post-industrial transformation. This cosmopolitan city has ”reclaimed” the seafront, where entire new city districts full of interesting modern architecture and bustling street life have been constructed. Of course, another radical change has been the mighty Öresund Bridge, opened in 2000, which connects Malmö with Denmark´s capital Copenhagen, just twenty minutes away. The region now forms a single metropolitan area; one of the most expansive, exciting and energetic in Northern Europe.Malmö is an ideal centre from to explore this new region and in less than one hour visitors can reach not only two major metropolises, but also a large number of historical and picturesque towns and villages, beautiful beaches and impressive castles and manor houses. For all its expansion, Malmö remains a small, friendly and pleasant city where almost everything is located within easy walking distance. For example, Malmö has its own beaches at Ribersborg, Sibbarp, Klagshamn and Scaniabadet. So why not take a refreshing dip while visiting. It might also interest you to know that Malmö is a city of 164 nations and 100 languages. This is deliciously reflected in the myriad of restaurants and cafes here.
Christmas shopping at David Design in Malmö
Photo: Miriam Preis/imagebank.sweden.se
Malmö´s ancient city centre is small, cozy and intimate, grouped around Stora Torget (Big Square), Lilla Torget (Small Square), Gustav Adolf and David Hall squares.
Malmö is the centre of Skåne, Sweden’s – and one of Europe´s – richest farming regions, with a boundless supply of first-class ingredients, including of course prime fresh fish and seafood from both the Baltic and the North Atlantic.
In recent years, central Malmö has undergone a particularly positive transformation into a pleasant and friendly setting for strolling and shopping, with most shops – as well as museums, galleries, restaurants, bars and cafés – located within easy walking distance.
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