Vogelfluglinie, Transport corridor between Hamburg and Copenhagen across Baltic Sea, Germany and Denmark
The Vogelfluglinie connects Hamburg to Copenhagen through a combined road and rail system crossing the Lübeck Bay. The route uses ferry connections between the German Fehmarn Peninsula and the Danish island of Lolland to link traffic between both countries.
Construction of the route started in 1941 but was interrupted by World War II, finally completing in 1963 with ferry connections. This link became essential for restoring transport ties between Germany and Denmark after the war.
The name comes from the natural migration path birds take between Scandinavia and Central Europe, following this same geographic route. Travelers notice this connection especially during the crossing, watching the open water and sky.
Cars and trains travel together on ferries that shuttle between the two coasts to cross the water. Travelers can expect time on deck during the crossing to step out and enjoy the view.
Within the next few years, this route will transform into one of the world's longest submerged tunnels, carrying both vehicles and trains. The project demonstrates a new approach to crossing water between countries.
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