Travelling to Sweden by Motorhome via the Bridge
If you are travelling to Sweden with a motorhome or caravan, the Øresund Bridge is the most direct and practical crossing. On this page, you can immediately see what the toll costs for your vehicle and how to reach the other side without hassle and at the best price.
Why travel to Sweden with a motorhome or caravan via the Øresund Bridge?
For many travellers, the Øresund Bridge is the most logical and simple way to reach Sweden. You drive without interruption from Denmark to Malmö and the route feels just as natural as a normal motorway. You do not have to take waiting times for smaller ferries into account and you have no stress about manoeuvring with a long combination.
Important for first-time travellers:
- The route is wide and suitable for all heights and lengths.
- Simply follow the E20 towards Malmö.
- Both the tunnel and bridge are designed for lorries, coaches and motorhomes.
If you want to stop during your journey, Copenhagen is an ideal stopover before you drive onto the bridge.
Is the Øresund Bridge suitable for motorhomes and caravans?
Yes. The Øresund Bridge is designed for all vehicle types, including high motorhomes and long caravans.
Useful reassurance for travellers:
- Maximum height: approximately 4.5 metres.
- Suitable for vehicles up to lorry size.
- Lanes are spacious and clear. Motorhomes and caravans follow the same route as cars.
The price is determined by the total length of your combination. Anything longer than 6 metres falls into a higher rate category. If you want to know exactly what your crossing costs, use the toll calculator on the prices page.
How does the crossing work with a motorhome or caravan?
1. Approach via the E20 towards Malmö: You drive via the E20 in Denmark and follow the signs for Malmö. Everything is clearly signposted. You do not need to choose separate lanes for motorhomes or caravans yet.
2. Enter the Drogden Tunnel: The crossing begins with the undersea Drogden Tunnel. This tunnel is wide, well-lit and feels like a normal motorway. There are no height checks or special instructions for large vehicles.
3. Across Peberholm towards the bridge: After the tunnel, you emerge onto the artificial island of Peberholm. Here you naturally drive on towards the bridge. There are no turn-offs and the route is self-explanatory.
4. Drive onto the Øresund Bridge: From Peberholm you go directly onto the Øresund Bridge. The bridge is almost 8 kilometres long and fully suitable for large vehicles. In strong winds, speed advisories are shown via matrix signs.
What is important:
- Motorhomes and caravans are always allowed to cross.
- The bridge almost never closes for high vehicles.
- Advisory speeds are clearly displayed.
5. Reach toll booths and pay: At the end of the bridge, you reach the toll booths. This is the only point where you need to stop.
The lanes work as follows:
- Green car symbol: pre-paid ticket or number plate recognition.
- Blue card symbol: debit or credit card.
- Blue card and cash: cash or assistance from staff.
- Green lorry lanes: not intended for motorhomes or caravans.
You can pay with:
- Credit card
- Debit card
- Pre-bought tickets via number plate
After payment, you drive directly into Sweden. Malmö is just a few minutes away.
Wind and safety with motorhome or caravan
Motorhomes and caravans are more sensitive to crosswinds. The Øresund Bridge is constantly monitored and advisory speeds are indicated via matrix signs.
Important to know:
- Closure of the bridge occurs very rarely.
- Advisories appear automatically above the road.
- Simply follow the indicated speed.
Practical tips for travelling with a motorhome or caravan
Before you drive onto the Øresund Bridge you can pause or refuel at several places. Especially handy for those with a caravan or motorhome who want to carry out extra checks.
Map with handy stops before or after the bridge:
Are you travelling from the UK or Germany?
Many travellers combine their motorhome journey to Sweden with a ferry to Denmark. This saves miles and makes the journey more relaxed.
Best options:
- Puttgarden to Rødby
- Rostock to Gedser
Both routes connect directly to the E47 or E55 towards the Øresund Bridge. If you want to save money, choose a combo ticket with which you book both the ferry and the bridge in one go.
Checklist before departure
Handy for those doing this for the first time:
- Gas bottle closed
- Roof hatches and windows locked
- Caravan coupling checked
- Breakaway cable in order
- Ticket or payment method ready
- Tyre pressure checked
- Documents within reach
💡 Tip: Book your ticket in advance so you can drive straight through and avoid surprises. Calculate the toll costs for the Øresund Bridge here.
On this page
After you have made the crossing to Denmark, you will naturally want to continue to Sweden as quickly as possible. On MalmoBridge.com we show you exactly which routes are most convenient and how to get to the Copenhagen and Malmo bridge without detours. On the page about the crossing to Denmark, you can read step-by-step how to drive from the UK or Germany towards Copenhagen and then easily cross via the bridge towards Malmö and the rest of Sweden.
Destinations in Sweden
The Øresund Bridge is the starting point of a larger tour for many travellers. Popular destinations after the bridge include Stockholm, the island of Bornholm, the coastal city of Gothenburg and the Kalmar and Öland region.
From Malmö you can drive to these places in a single day, making the bridge the ideal gateway for your complete Swedish trip.
Discover Malmö
As soon as you cross the bridge you are almost immediately in Malmö. This city is perfect for a first stop in Sweden, with sights such as the Turning Torso, the historic centre around Lilla Torg and the promenade at Ribersborg beach. You can easily walk around here for a few hours or stay the night before driving further inland.
Copenhagen as a stopover
Before you drive onto the Malmo bridge, you pass Copenhagen. Many travellers choose to stay here for one or two days. You can visit Nyhavn, Tivoli, the Little Mermaid and the lively food markets while your car is parked in or near the city. Afterwards, you drive on to Sweden via the Øresund Bridge in no time.