In the Copenhagen neighbourhood of Christianshavn, you will get the perfect mix of old, traditional lifestyles and modern city life. Its surrounding canals, small boats, colourful houses and traditional guesthouses are all unique to the neighbourhood and are an invitation to come to this neighbourhood.
The neighbourhood takes its name from Christian IV, who started building this fortress town in 1617. It was originally intended as a place where Dutch immigrants would live, but it ended up being just your typical market town where many people decided to settle.
On a city break to Christianshavn, you will get to experience many exciting things. Walk past the Vor Frelser Kirke (Church of Our Saviour) and see the famous helix spire, and continue on to Freetown Christiania. Treat yourself to a meal in Noma, the world-renowned Michelin-starred restaurant. Buy a ticket for a performance at the Copenhagen Opera House, which is located in the northern part of Christianhavn, with Amalienborg Castle across the harbour. If you prefer something more relaxing, don't miss Papirøen, the home of Copenhagen Street Food.
Since 1990, Christianshavn has developed from an industrial area and working-class neighbourhood to an attractive residential area, which can be seen today from its new exclusive residential and apartment complexes. At the Dansk Arkitektur Center (Danish Architecture Centre), you can learn more about the architecture in Christianhavn, Copenhagen and the rest of the world.
Christianshavn is a peninsula on Amager Island and is linked to Zealand and the rest of Copenhagen by the Langebro and Knippelsbro bridges. When travelling around Christianshavn, walking is often best, or you can rent a bike or go for a drive along the waterfront. When you want to travel to or from the area, travelling by bus or underground is easiest.
Going to Christianshavn means experiencing a very special part of Copenhagen, all whilst having quick and easy access to the city's other many attractions and neighbourhoods.
