Sydkustleden – Sweden’s South Coast Cycle Route

Sydkustleden

Sydkustleden – Sweden’s South Coast Cycle Route

A collection of 10 cycling routes.

Overview

About this collection

Sydkustleden is a seaside ride along Skåne’s south coast, linking classic coastal towns like Ystad, Trelleborg, Malmö, and Helsingborg. Think big beaches, dunes, harbors, and wide‑open farmland with constant sea views.

Riding is mostly smooth and relaxed: a mix of dedicated cycle paths and quiet roads, with a few short busier links and occasional gravel. It’s largely flat, but coastal winds can make it spicy—plan your days with the breeze in mind.

Do it as a chilled multi‑day tour with swims and fika stops, or pick shorter sections for easy day rides between lively seaside towns and calm nature spots. Expect promenades, piers, birdlife, and sunset views over the Öresund near the western end, while the east leans into long sandy stretches and charming fishing vibes.

Good to know: surfaces are mainly paved, signage is easy to follow in towns, and there are plenty of places to refuel. Pack layers, sunscreen, and a lock for café breaks. Want more? This coast connects neatly with other long‑distance routes in the region, so you can keep rolling if the legs feel good.

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Duration
213.1 km
Distance
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Avg. speed
462 m
Ascent
453 m
Descent

Sydkustleden – Sweden’s South Coast Cycle Route

Routes in this collection

All 10 routes in this collection can be opened on the map or in the Bikemap App for more details, where you can adjust them in the route planner, or download them as GPX or KML file. Use them as a template for planning your own rides, or let Bikemap navigate you along them directly.

Sydkustleden
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Sydkustleden

Cycling route in Elsinore, Capital Region, Denmark

A short Sydkustleden segment in Elsinore, perfect for an easy spin by the Øresund. It’s about 7.6 km, almost flat, and mostly on paved paths with low traffic. Cruise past the harbor and Kronborg Castle—Hamlet’s famed setting—before wrapping up back in town. If you’re keen to go further, you can lin…
7.6 km
Distance
14 m
Ascent
17 m
Descent
Sydkustleden: Elsinore to Trørød
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Sydkustleden: Elsinore to Trørød

Cycling route in Elsinore, Capital Region, Denmark

Start in Elsinore (Helsingør), home to Kronborg Castle, and roll south to the green suburb of Trørød. It’s about 18.5 km with roughly 90 m of gentle climbing, mostly on paths and quiet roads, with a mix of paved and gravel surfaces—expect some loose gravel. Easy-going, scenic, and great for a relax…
18.5 km
Distance
91 m
Ascent
91 m
Descent
Sydkustleden: Arlöv to Trørød
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Sydkustleden: Arlöv to Trørød

Cycling route in Arlöv, Skåne County, Sweden

Roll out from Arlöv, just north of Malmö, and follow Sydkustleden on bike paths and quiet roads toward the Øresund. It’s flat and mostly paved. To reach Trørød in Denmark, you’ll need to cross by train—bikes aren’t allowed on the Øresund Bridge—or reroute via the Helsingborg–Helsingør ferry. Once o…
51.1 km
Distance
128 m
Ascent
128 m
Descent
Sydkustleden: Malmö–Arlöv
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Sydkustleden: Malmö–Arlöv

Cycling route in Malmo, Skåne County, Sweden

A fast, flat stretch of about 6 km along the Sydkustleden from Malmö to Arlöv. You mostly ride on paved cycle paths and quiet urban roads – easy to follow and mostly car-free. Perfect for commuting or as a warm-up before longer coastal rides. Start in bike-friendly Malmö, finish in Arlöv slightly t…
6.3 km
Distance
10 m
Ascent
6 m
Descent
Sydkustleden (EuroVelo 10): Malmo to Bunkeflostrand
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Sydkustleden (EuroVelo 10): Malmo to Bunkeflostrand

Cycling route in Malmo, Skåne County, Sweden

Spin out of Malmo on Sydkustleden, part of EuroVelo 10, and hug the Oresund shoreline toward Bunkeflostrand. It’s a flat, roughly 20 km ride on mostly paved paths and cycleways, with a few short gravel bits. Expect sea views, beaches and parks, and a tailwind if you’re lucky. Malmo brings cafés and…
20.5 km
Distance
52 m
Ascent
49 m
Descent
EuroVelo 10 - Sydkustleden: Skåre to Trelleborg
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EuroVelo 10 - Sydkustleden: Skåre to Trelleborg

Cycling route in Skåre, Skåne County, Sweden

A quick coastal spin on Sydkustleden from Skåre to Trelleborg. It's about 8.5 km, mostly flat, on a mix of cycle paths and quiet roads, with Baltic breezes for company. Roll into Trelleborg, Sweden's southernmost city and a major ferry port, for cafés, the waterfront, or a peek at the Trelleborgen …
8.5 km
Distance
12 m
Ascent
16 m
Descent
EuroVelo 10: Sydkustleden - Trelleborg to Smygehamn
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EuroVelo 10: Sydkustleden - Trelleborg to Smygehamn

Cycling route in Trelleborg, Skåne County, Sweden

Ride a coastal slice of Sydkustleden along EuroVelo 10 from Trelleborg to Smygehamn. Roll out from the ferry town of Trelleborg and follow quiet roads and coastal paths east, almost entirely flat and mostly paved. Sea views, beaches, and open fields lead you to Smygehamn, gateway to Smygehuk - Swed…
11.4 km
Distance
3 m
Ascent
3 m
Descent
Sydkustleden: Smygehamn to Ystad (EuroVelo 10)
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Sydkustleden: Smygehamn to Ystad (EuroVelo 10)

Cycling route in Smygehamn, Skåne County, Sweden

Roll the Sydkustleden from Smygehamn, by Sweden’s southern tip, to coastal Ystad. It’s about 36 km, mostly flat and on paved paths, with Baltic Sea views, beaches, and wind-sheltered stretches. Expect easy cruising and low traffic. Finish in Ystad’s charming old town and harbor—perfect for a fika b…
35.6 km
Distance
43 m
Ascent
44 m
Descent
Sydkustleden: Ystad to Köpingebro (EuroVelo 10)
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Sydkustleden: Ystad to Köpingebro (EuroVelo 10)

Cycling route in Ystad, Skåne County, Sweden

Easy spin from the seaside streets of Ystad to the village of Köpingebro on Sydkustleden/EuroVelo 10. It’s about 8 km, almost flat, and mostly on paved paths, so it’s friendly for any bike. Roll out from Ystad’s historic center, pass open fields of Skåne, and finish in quiet Köpingebro, gateway to …
7.9 km
Distance
9 m
Ascent
8 m
Descent
Sydkustleden: Köpingebro–Simrishamn (EuroVelo 10)
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Sydkustleden: Köpingebro–Simrishamn (EuroVelo 10)

Cycling route in Köpingebro, Skåne County, Sweden

A lovely stage on the Sydkustleden from the small village of Köpingebro near Ystad to the coastal town of Simrishamn. About 46 km mostly on asphalt and quiet roads, with gentle undulations (around 100 meters of elevation gain in total). You'll pedal through open fields and Scanian villages towards …
45.7 km
Distance
99 m
Ascent
89 m
Descent