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Turning Torso (Västra Hamnen)
Best time to visit
Late afternoon into golden hour offers the best light for photos and softer shadows on the façade. Weekdays outside rush hour are quieter for strolling the promenade.
Budget tips
Exterior viewing from the waterfront is free, the building is mostly residential so internal tours are rare and occasionally require booking and a fee; check Malmö visitor center or local tour operators for guided access.
Recommended for
Architecture lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Couples, Urban explorers
Plan your visit
30-45 min
About
Fakte të shpejta: Did you know the building twists exactly 90 degrees from bottom to top, and that it houses 54 floors in its spiral form? When the sun is low the steel and concrete shimmer in different shades, and the view from the upper floors can reach very far on clear days.
Pikat kryesore: The architect Santiago Calatrava chose a spiral shape that turns exactly 90 degrees, divided into nine segments of five floors each. An unexpected feature is that the façade can look as if it is spinning when you walk around the base, the wind whispers through the aluminium ribs and the concrete feels cool under your hand.
Insider tips
- Bring a windproof layer, Västra Hamnen can be chilly and windy even on sunny days.
- For dramatic photos, shoot from the western promenade at sunset to capture the twisted silhouette against the sky.
- Skip trying to enter private residential lobbies, stick to the public promenade and viewpoints.
- Visit early weekday mornings for nearly empty waterfront paths and unobstructed views.
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