Frederiksholms Kanal, Copenhagen

Name: Frederiksholms Kanal
Address: Copenhagen, Denmark

#108 among attractions in Copenhagen

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Facts and practical information

Frederiksholms Kanal is a canal in central Copenhagen, Denmark, which runs along the south-west side of Slotsholmen, together with Slotholmens Kanal separating the island from Zealand. The name also applies to the continuation of Rådhusstræde which follows the canal for most of its course, first on its south side and for the last stretch, from Prinsens Bro and to the waterfront, on both sides of the canal. Several historic buildings face the canal, ranging in size from Prince's Mansion, now housing National Museum, and Christiansborg's riding grounds to the diminutive Stable Boy's House, part of Civiletatens Materialgård, a former storage facility now used by the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts's School of Sculpture. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°40'26"N, 12°34'41"E

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Indre By (Kalvebodernes)Copenhagen Denmark

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Day trips

Frederiksholms Kanal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Strøget, Dæmonen, Christiansborg Palace, Royal Stables.

~1860 ftN
Famed pedestrian street lined with shops
Strøget, Copenhagen
9 min walk • Strøget, nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, stands as one of Europe's longest pedestrian streets and a quintessential shopping district. Stretching approximately 1.1 kilometers, this bustling thoroughfare is a vibrant mosaic of high-street shops, exclusive...
~1670 ftW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Dæmonen, Copenhagen
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, lies an adrenaline-pumping attraction that thrills visitors of all ages: Dæmonen. This high-speed roller coaster, located within the historic Tivoli Gardens amusement park, offers an electrifying experience with its tight...
~700 ftN
Baroque architecture, Thorvald Jørgensen, Forts and castles
Christiansborg Palace, Copenhagen
4 min walk • Christiansborg Palace, a regal and historic castle, stands proudly in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, embodying the political and cultural soul of the Danish nation. This palatial complex, which serves as the seat of the Danish Parliament, the Prime Minister's...
~540 ftN
Museum
Royal Stables, Copenhagen
3 min walk • The Royal Stables of Denmark are a historic and functional part of Copenhagen's cultural heritage, serving as the mews for the Danish Monarchy. Located at Christiansborg Palace on the island of Slotsholmen, these stables have been a part of the royal household since...
~1320 ftN
Shopping, Shopping district
Strædet, Copenhagen
7 min walk • Strædet is the colloquial name of a popular shopping and café street in the Old Town of Copenhagen, Denmark, linking Højbro Plads on Strøget at its eastern end with Regnbuepladsen next to City Hall to the west. The official street names are Læderstræde, Kompagnistræde and Farvergade.
~1440 ftNE
Nightlife
Ved Stranden 10, Copenhagen
7 min walk • Ved Stranden 8 is a Neoclassical property located at the corner of Ved Stranden and Boldhusgade, opposite Christiansborg Palace, in central Copenhagen, Denmark. The building was listed on the Danish registry of protected buildings and places in 1932.
~980 ftE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Hans Jørgen Holm
Black Diamond, Copenhagen
5 min walk • The Black Diamond is a modern waterfront extension to the Royal Danish Library's old building on Slotsholmen in central Copenhagen, Denmark. Its quasi-official nickname is a reference to its polished black granite cladding and irregular angles.
~460 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Vernacular architecture
The Lapidarium of Kings, Copenhagen
3 min walk • The Lapidarium of Kings is a lapidarium in Copenhagen, Denmark. It exhibits a royal collection of sculptures, natural stone figures and plaster models. The museum is situated in the 400 year old brewhouse of King Christian IV.
~1720 ftNW
Nightlife, Cinema, Anton Rosen
Grand Teatret, Copenhagen
9 min walk • The Grand Theatre, located in Mikkel Bryggers Gade, a small side street off Strøget, is one of the oldest cinemas in Copenhagen, Denmark. The cinema is based in the rear side of the Palace Hotel complex on City Hall Square. The building was completed to an Art Deco design by Anton Rosen in 1910.
~1880 ftW
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Theater
Tivoli Concert Hall, Copenhagen
10 min walk • Tivoli Concert Hall is a 1,660-capacity concert hall at Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark. The building, which was designed by Frits Schlegel and Hans Hansen, was built between 1954 and 1956.
~900 ftE
Danish Jewish culture and history museum
Danish Jewish Museum, Copenhagen
5 min walk • The Danish Jewish Museum, in Copenhagen, Denmark, sits inside the Danish Royal Library’s old Galley House and exhibits Danish Jewish historical artifacts and art.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Frederiksholms Kanal?

Nearby attractions include Barchmann Mansion, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Staldmestergården, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Royal Horse Guards Barracks, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Theatre Museum in the Court Theatre, Copenhagen (2 min walk).

How to get to Frederiksholms Kanal by public transport?

The nearest stations to Frederiksholms Kanal:

Bus

Stormbroen, Nationalmuseet • Lines: 23, 2A (4 min walk)
Børsen • Lines: 2A (6 min walk)

Ferry

Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (4 min walk)
Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (9 min walk)

Metro

Gammel Strand • Lines: M3, M4 (7 min walk)
Rådhuspladsen • Lines: M3, M4 (11 min walk)

Train

Copenhagen Central Station (13 min walk)
Nørreport (19 min walk)

Light rail

Copenhagen Central Station • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (14 min walk)
Vesterport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (16 min walk)