Freetown Christiania
Neighbourhood · Christianshavn, Copenhagen

Freetown Christiania

Photo: Franklin Heijnen · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The area occupies a former military base in Christianshavn and operates under its own set of rules. Residents maintain colorful buildings, street art, and communal spaces. Visitors must follow local norms including no photography on Pusher Street and no hard drugs.

On day 2 of Copenhagen by Bike

Good to know

Tickets
Free entry.
Time needed
Two to three hours.
Best time
Daytime on weekdays.
Getting there
Walk from Christianshavn metro station.

Itineraries with Freetown Christiania

Day 2 of Copenhagen by Bike

Christianshavn and Christiania

How Freetown Christiania 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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Freetown Christiania questions

Is Christiania safe?

The neighborhood is generally safe during daylight hours. Avoid arguments over photography or drugs.

Can you buy cannabis there?

Cannabis is sold openly on Pusher Street though it remains illegal under Danish law.

What rules should visitors follow?

Do not photograph residents without permission. Respect the ban on hard drugs and running.

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