Holiday in Copenhagen
City in Denmark — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇰
Country
Denmark
Type
City
Best time to travel
May to September — mild temperatures, long days with up to 17 hours of light. December for Hygge and the Tivoli Christmas market.
Budget/day
Getting there from Germany
Direct flight from many German cities to Copenhagen (CPH), about 1-1.5 hours. Also accessible by train via Hamburg/ferry.
About Copenhagen
Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, is a prime example of Scandinavian lifestyle: Hygge, bike culture, and world-class design meet one of the best culinary scenes on the planet. The city, which is considered one of the most livable in the world, delights with the colorful harbor Nyhavn, the iconic Tivoli amusement park, the free town of Christiania, and an architecture that combines old castles with bold modern buildings. Copenhagen is the most bike-friendly city in the world — more than half of the residents cycle to work every day. Noma has revolutionized Nordic cuisine, and countless restaurants follow the principle of seasonal, local ingredients. The canal tour from the water reveals the colorful rows of houses and modern landmarks like the Opera and the Black Diamond. Sustainability is not a trend but a lived culture — Copenhagen aims to be climate-neutral by 2025.
Top 5 highlights in Copenhagen
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Nyhavn
The iconic harbor with colorful gabled houses from the 17th century — postcard motif No. 1 and a vibrant restaurant mile.
Tivoli
The second oldest amusement park in the world (1843) — roller coasters, gardens, and light festivals in the heart of the city.
Rosenborg Castle
Renaissance castle with the Danish crown jewels amidst the beautiful King's Gardens.
Christiania
The autonomous free town — since 1971 an alternative community with art, cafés, and its own lifestyle.
CopenHill
Waste incineration plant with a ski slope and climbing wall on the roof — Copenhagen's boldest architectural coup.
Hotels in Copenhagen
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Reise-SIM für Copenhagen
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Copenhagen
Recommended travel time
May to September — mild temperatures, long days with up to 17 hours of light. December for Hygge and the Tivoli Christmas market.
Summer
15-25°C, long and bright
Winter
-1 to 4°C, short days, windy
How much does a holiday in Copenhagen cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
60-90 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
200-500 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Copenhagen Card: Includes 80+ attractions, public transport, and canal boat — saves significantly on 2+ days.
Rent a bike: Bycyklen city bikes are everywhere. Copenhagen is flat and perfect for cycling.
Smørrebrød lunch: Danish open sandwich for lunch is cheaper than a restaurant dinner.
Cashless City: Almost everywhere only card payments are accepted — cash is rarely needed.
Food & drink in Copenhagen
These specialties you must try!
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