Friday, March 23, 2012

Is the Oresund bridge by train really scenic

I am planning to go to Malmo from Copenhagen by train over the Oresund bridge. Many reviewers say that it is beautiful and scenic.





When I saw a video on you tube as per link below, it was truly disappointing. It seems that the train passes through the lower part of the bridge, which is characterised by V shaped beams which will only make you dizzy as you speed by. I get the impression that the view is only for the cars that drive on top.





Is there at least a part of the bridge where the scenery can be enjoyed ?





Here is the link:





http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ip77t0FpxFE




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You can also go by bus from Copenhagen to Malmo.





www.swebusexpress.se/SwebusExpress_com/ departs Copenhagen from Ingerslevsgade, which is behind Copenhagen Central station.





http://www.graahundbus.dk/index999.htm (in Danish only) departs Copenhagen from Kongens Nytorv, Norreport station and Town Hall Square (Rådhuspladsen).





Hans




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I%26#39;ve taken the train many times, and it%26#39;s a great way to quickly get from Copenhagen Airport to the first stop in Sweden (12 minutes!), but I would never call that ride %26quot;scenic%26quot;. I%26#39;ve also been on the upper level quite a few times, and that%26#39;s an ENTIRELY different experience, and you could certainly call it %26quot;scenic%26quot;. However, part of what makes the ride scenic is to be able to see the beautiful bridge spans. The best seat in the bus would be as close to the front as possible. You can certainly see them from further back in the bus as well, but not quite as spectacular.




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True driving across the bridge is more scenic than crossing on the train.





As far as I remember you are coming to Copenhagen very late in the year - i.e. between Christmas and New Years - so it might not be scenic either way - only on clear day can you take it all in.





Also be aware that days are really short in Copenhagen at that time of year: Sun up at about 8.30 in the morning and sets before 4 pm.




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Thank you my friends, it was truly helpful. You also give me such a personalised service by even having my travel dates remembered. I think that I will take the bus option so as to enjoy the views. I will take the train on the way back. The fact that the website is only in Danish is not a problem thanks to google translate.

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