Christianshavn
Neighbourhood · Christianshavn, Copenhagen

Christianshavn

Photo: Thomas Rousing from Copenhagen, Denmark · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Christianshavn was built in the 1600s as a fortified extension of the city. It contains the self-declared free town of Christiania along with quiet residential streets. Look for the old ramparts, the Church of Our Saviour, and boat traffic on the main canal.

On day 2 of Copenhagen by Bike

Good to know

Tickets
Free to walk around the neighborhood.
Time needed
Two to three hours for the main sights.
Best time
May to September for canal walks and outdoor seating.
Getting there
Metro line M1 or M2 to Christianshavn station.

Itineraries with Christianshavn

Day 2 of Copenhagen by Bike

Christianshavn and Christiania

How Christianshavn fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Bike to ChristianshavnChristianshavn Canal
  2. 10:30Visit Freetown ChristianiaFreetown Christiania
  3. 15:00Explore Our Saviour's ChurchChurch of Our Saviour
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Christianshavn questions

Is Christianshavn safe?

The main streets and canals are safe for visitors during the day. Avoid photography inside Christiania and respect posted rules there.

How do you visit Christiania?

Enter on foot from Prinsessegade. No cars are allowed inside and photos are prohibited in some sections.

Can you take a canal tour from Christianshavn?

Yes, several boat companies depart from the main canal near the metro station.

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