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Malmö

Malmö – the gateway to Sweden. Malmö is where Sweden begins.

Malmö

About Malmö

Malmö was a small fishing village, that turned into an industrial hub, that turned into a young and international city of experiences. The compact city centre not only offers a pleasant atmosphere, it also makes it possible to experience the whole city in one day.

Some of Malmös unique qualities include:

  • Shops are open 362/365 days.
  • The Malmö University hosts about 24,000 students from all over the world.
  • Half of Malmös residents are younger than 35 and about 150 languages buzz in the air.
  • It is well known that Malmö is a multicultural city – out of 350,000 residents, Malmö has more than 180 nationalities represented.
  • Malmö is one of the world’s top 10 bike cities and rental bike stations are everywhere.

There is great access to cuisines from all around the world in the city. Last year, National Geographic named Malmö a “UN of food”. Visit the new Market Hall (Malmö Saluhall) to savour global and local flavours. It’s located between downtown and the renowned Western Harbor eco-district.

Welcome to Malmö!

What makes Malmö, Sweden a Sustainable Place?

Micael Nord, Business Director – City of Malmö

Malmö – committed to a sustainable future.

“As one both living and working in Malmö – I love to see how the city works towards being a model for the future, deeply committed to advancing environmental stewardship and sustainable development. The city’s steadfast dedication to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 is one testament to our proactive approach in mitigating climate change. The Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 Agenda are the blueprint to achieve a better future for us all, and Malmö is fully onboard.

We who work for the city itself don’t just try and make the city itself more adapted to the future, but also strive to make the choices towards sustainability easier for all who live and work here!

For instance, one thing central to Malmö’s sustainability agenda, is the city’s robust public transportation infrastructure. The integration of buses, trains and bicycles facilitate a paradigm shift towards reducing reliance on individual vehicles, thereby curbing carbon emissions, and promoting eco-friendly mobility solutions.

Our urban planning strategies emphasise green spaces and parks, not merely as aesthetic features but as vital contributors to biodiversity and air quality improvement. Concurrently, the city’s architectural landscape prioritises eco-conscious designs and energy-efficient structures, exemplifying a commitment to sustainable building practices. For instance, the widely renowned Western Harbour area stands as a great example of this. Green roofs, water recycling and waste-to-energy management underscore our ethos of resource optimisation and commitment to making better choices easier for all.

The success of Malmö’s sustainability initiatives is rooted in a culture of civic engagement and awareness. The collaborative efforts of governmental bodies, businesses, and the community at large foster a collective responsibility for environmental preservation and sustainability. And thus – social sustainability is also high up on our agenda and has been for a long time. The independent Commission for a Socially Sustainable Malmö, or the “Malmö Commission” with specific areas of expertise within the domains of social sciences, health economy, urban studies and the city itself finished their work already in 2013. The work that started then lay one of the foundations for the renewed work on various social challenges we face today and onwards.

The city itself works as a testbed for various environmental – and socially sustainable projects in many areas and cleantech and circular economy are staples in our trade – and industry thinking. Among the many innovative commercial businesses in our city, you as a consumer can contribute without effort – from shopping second-hand, eating in restaurants that provide high dining based on food that would otherwise have been wasted to stores that sell unpackaged foods and a multitude of recycling options – the choice to sustain a better future have never been easier than they are in our city.

We continue our ongoing work to make Malmö stand as an example of the impact achievable through concerted efforts for cities worldwide seeking to embrace eco – and socially conscious practices for a more sustainable future. Welcome to Malmö!”

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Malmö

Quick Facts

When to Visit Sustainably

Suggested Season

Time Zone

(GMT+1)

How to Get There: Fast / Slow

Currency

The monetary unit in Sweden is the krona (SEK). Please note that many shops, museums and restaurants now only accept credit cards or mobile payments. Major credit cards (some restriction may apply to American Express) are widely accepted throughout Sweden at banks, hotels, stores, restaurants, taxis, car rental companies, and for air, ship and rail tickets.

Tipping Etiquette

Tipping in Sweden isn't as established as in many other countries. It's always welcomed but not expected.

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Sustainable Highlights

  • Västra Hamnen

  • Book a boat

  • Disgusting Food Museum

  • Malmö All-Included Bike Tour

  • Explore Malmö by bike

  • Ribersborgs Kallbadhus/open-air-bath

  • Restaurant Spill

  • A Slice of Swedish Hospitality

  • Naturum Öresund

  • Botildenborg

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Where in the World?

A group of people holding their bikes in Malmö, Sweden

3 day Malmö Itinerary

  • Day 1

  • Day 2

  • Day 3

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