![Christianshavn is a neighbourhood in Copenhagen, Denmark. Part of the Indre By District, it is located on several artificial islands between the islands of Zealand and Amager and separated from the rest of the city centre by the Inner Harbour. It was founded in the early 17th century by Christian IV as part of his extension of the fortifications of Copenhagen.
Originally, it was laid out as an independent privileged merchant's town with inspiration from Dutch cities but it was soon incorporated into Copenhagen proper. Dominated by canals, it is the part of Copenhagen with the most nautical atmosphere.
For much of the 20th century a working-class neighbourhood, Christianshavn developed a bohemian reputation in the 1970s and it is now a fashionable, diverse and lively part of the city with its own distinctive personality, with residents tending to see themselves first as Christianshavners and then as Copenhageners. Businessmen, students, artists, hippies and traditional families with children live side-by-side [Wikipedia.org]](https://prod-images.planyourroadtrips.com/img/city-images/christianshavn-dk-556738-125954/1-Christianshavn__37899065601_.jpg?w=1080&q=80&f=webp)
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Nyhavn, Copenhagen
Copenhagen's most iconic waterfront, a 17th-century canal lined with brightly coloured townhouses, historic ships, and bustling restaurants.
1 km · about 5 min drive
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Christianshavn
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About Christianshavn
Christianshavn works well as a base: 5 minutes from Frederiksberg, 1km from Christiansborg Palace.
Christianshavn is in Capital Region, Denmark, with about 10,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Frederiksberg, about 4 km away.
Christianshavn (lit. '[King] Christian's Harbour') is a neighbourhood in Copenhagen, Denmark. Part of the Indre By district, it is located across several artificial islands between the islands of Zealand and Amager, and separated from the rest of the city centre by the Inner Harbour. It was founded in the early 17thRead more
century by Christian IV as part of his extension of the fortifications of Copenhagen. Originally, it was laid out as an independent privileged merchant's town inspired by Dutch cities, but it was soon incorporated into Copenhagen proper. Dominated by canals, it is the part of Copenhagen with the most nautical atmosphere.
For much of the 20th century a working-class neighbourhood, Christianshavn developed a more bohemian reputation in the 1970s and it is now a fashionable, diverse and lively part of the city with its own distinctive personality. Businessmen, students, artists, hippies and traditional families with children live side by side.
Administratively, Christianshavn has been part of Indre By since 2007, but it still has its own local council.
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What is there to see near Christianshavn?
Within an hour or so of Christianshavn: Nyhavn, Copenhagen (1 km), Christiansborg Palace (1 km), Amalienborg Palace (1 km), Conditori La Glace (1 km).
Are there any good drives near Christianshavn?
The nearest famous roads are Strandvejen: Danish Riviera Coastal Drive.
Where is Christianshavn?
Christianshavn is in Capital Region, Denmark, about 4 km from Frederiksberg.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 10,140
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Denmark
- Region
- Capital Region
- Timezone
- Europe/Copenhagen
- Coordinates
- 55.6738, 12.5954
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Worth the detour from Christianshavn
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Christiansborg Palace
The seat of the Danish Parliament, Supreme Court, and Prime Minister's Office on the islet of Slotsholmen: a power centre for over 800 years.
1 km · about 5 min drive
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Amalienborg Palace
The home of the Danish royal family, four identical Rococo palaces around an octagonal courtyard with the daily changing of the guard.
1 km · about 5 min drive
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Conditori La Glace
Denmark's oldest confectionery, serving layer cakes and hot chocolate in the same Copenhagen rooms since 1870. The 'sportskage', whipped cream, nougat and choux: has been on the counter since 1891.
1 km · about 5 min drive
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Tivoli Gardens
One of the world's oldest amusement parks, opened in 1843, blending fairy-tale gardens, rides, and performances in the heart of Copenhagen.
2 km · about 5 min drive
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The Little Mermaid
Bronze statue on the Copenhagen waterfront depicting Hans Christian Andersen's famous fairy-tale character.
2 km · about 5 min drive
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Copenhagen Zoo
One of Europe's oldest zoos dating to 1859, known for its Norman Foster-designed elephant house.
5 km · about 10 min drive
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Dragør
Old skipper town on Amager 12 km from central Copenhagen: 350 protected mustard-yellow, thatched houses along cobbled lanes by a working harbour. Locals' favourite evening stroll that most visitors to the capital never find.
10 km · about 20 min drive
Driving roads near Christianshavn
- Right hereStrandvejen: Danish Riviera Coastal DriveThe classic coast road north from Copenhagen to Elsinore along the Oresund shore, passing Bellevue Beach, whitewashed villas, fishing harbours and the Louisiana museum. Denmark's most stylish Sunday drive.
- 20 kmØresund BridgeDrive the 8 km cable-stayed bridge and tunnel linking Copenhagen and Malmö across the Øresund strait: famed from the Nordic-noir series 'The Bridge'; tolled crossing.
- 70 kmKullaberg Nature ReserveA craggy peninsula of cliffs, caves and a clifftop lighthouse where porpoises ride the waves below.
When to drive here
May to September
Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.
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