Several notable towns and cities lie in close geographical proximity to Copenhagen, forming an interconnected economic and cultural urban zone. Malmö, Sweden's third-largest city, sits directly across the Øresund Strait and is linked to Copenhagen by the iconic Øresund Bridge, making the international commute short and efficient. Domestically, neighboring Danish cities such as Roskilde, Elsinore (Helsingør), and Hillerød are located just a short drive or train journey away from the capital center, offering rich historical landmarks and suburban integration.