Pilen among the most popular attractions on Lolland–Falster

The popular excursion spot Pilen near Rødbyhavn on the Danish island Lolland can celebrate its first anniversary in March by reaching a special milestone. More than 150,000 people have now visited the popular destination to enjoy the view of the Fehmarnbelt tunnel construction site from a height of 24 metres.

The high number of guests places the viewing platform among the top three most visited attractions on the Danish islands Lolland and Falster.

"It is clear that our visitors have embraced Pilen and the impressive tunnel construction. We work to create good experiences for our many Danish and international guests on Lolland–Falster, and Pilen is a great example of an attraction that appeals to everyone. Whether you are interested in the construction itself or simply want to spend time with family, you will get a unique experience here," says Lindy Kjøller, Destination Manager at Visit Lolland-Falster.

Pilen is a 217-metre-long and 24-metre-high viewing platform located near the future entrance to the Fehmarnbelt tunnel between Denmark and Germany. It has been established specifically to make it possible to follow the fascinating construction project and to inspire children and young people to consider vocational training in the construction trades.

Sund & Bælt has created a nature trail between the exhibition about the Fehmarnbelt tunnel in Rødbyhavn and the Pilen viewing platform. The trail is 2.2 kilometres long and crosses lakes, woodland, open landscape, ponds, and the former railway line in Rødbyhavn.

"The Fehmarnbelt tunnel will mark a historic milestone for tourism on Lolland–Falster. With the fixed link, our destination will be brought much closer to millions of potential guests in northern Germany and the rest of Central Europe, significantly enlarging our nearby markets. At the same time, we already see how the Fehmarnbelt project creates new experiences for visitors. The nature trail between the exhibition about the Fehmarnbelt tunnel in Rødbyhavn and Pilen is a good example of how you can move through the landscape and get up close to the story of the forthcoming link," says Lindy Kjøller.

The exhibition about the Fehmarmbelt tunnel in Rødbyhavn itself has also attracted great interest over the past year. In 2025 alone, more than 54,000 visitors stopped by the exhibition to learn more about the world’s longest immersed tunnel, says Ole West, Daily Manager of the guides in the exhibition.

"We are pleased with the great interest from both Danish and international guests. Naturally, the exhibition is busiest during the summer months when guests are willing to travel far for a special experience. We also have many visitors from the Lalandia holiday resort in Rødbyhavn. In that way, we benefit from having two great attractions so close to each other," says Ole West.

On the German side, the Fehmarnbelt project has also attracted strong interest from visiting tourists. The exhibition about the Fehmarnbelt tunnel in Burg had more than 13,000 visitors in 2025. In addition, 11,500 people visited the project’s exhibition when it moved to Lübeck for three days in June during the Fehmarnbelt Days conference.

Furthermore, Sund & Bælt has established an information point with a viewing terrace offering a direct view of the German tunnel construction site at Puttgarden. It was inaugurated on 16 July 2025 and has already become a new tourist magnet. Statistics show a visitor rate of 4,000–5,000 people per month.

“With the new viewing platform at the German construction site, we have created another opportunity on Fehmarn to inform local residents and visitors about the Fehmarnbelt tunnel. The viewing platform, which we call “Beltbox”, has been very well received since its opening in July 2025 – in almost all weathers, visitors can be found on the roof terrace watching the construction work. Many also combine their visit with a stop at the exhibition in Burg,” says Marie Feldmann, Branch Manager of the exhibition in Burg.

The exhibitions in Rødbyhavn and Burg, as well as Pilen and the German information point, are free to visit.

Facts about Pilen

• Location: Rødbyhavn (Lolland), at the future entrance to the Fehmarnbelt tunnel
• Opened: 6 March 2025
• Visitors: 150,000 within the first year
• Length and height: 217 metres long, 24 metres high
• Access: Free and open year-round
• Purpose: Viewing platform for observing the tunnel construction and inspiring interest in vocational education

Facts about BeltBox:

• Location: Puttgarden (Fehmarn), right next to the German construction site for the Fehmarnbelt tunnel
• Opened: 16 July 2025
• Visitors: 4,000 – 5,000 per month
• Height: 6 metres
• Access: Free and open year-round
• Purpose: Viewing platform for observing the tunnel construction site and for getting information about the Fehmarnbelt tunnel