Højbro, Copenhagen

Name: Højbro
Address: Copenhagen, Denmark

#218 among attractions in Copenhagen

Vilhelm Dahlerup, Bridge

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Højbro is a bridge in central Copenhagen, Denmark. It connects the small island Slotsholmen with its Christiansborg Palace to the rest of the city centre at the square Højbro Plads which is named after it. The current bridge at the site is from 1878 and was designed by Vilhelm Dahlerup. ()

Opened: 1878 (146 years ago)Coordinates: 55°40'39"N, 12°34'48"E

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Højbro – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Strøget, Købmagergade, Jazzhus Montmartre, Karel van Mander House.

~1020 ftNW
Famed pedestrian street lined with shops
Strøget, Copenhagen
5 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...
~820 ftN
Shopping, Shopping district
Købmagergade, Copenhagen
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Købmagergade is a bustling shopping district renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse range of retail experiences. This pedestrian street, steeped in history, is not just a paradise for avid shoppers but also a cultural...
~1690 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
Jazzhus Montmartre, Copenhagen
9 min walk • Jazzhus Montmartre, tucked away in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, is a renowned jazz club that has been the cornerstone of the city's vibrant jazz scene since its inception in 1959. This intimate venue, often referred to as the "Copenhagen's Village Vanguard," has...
~1000 ftNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Karel van Mander House, Copenhagen
5 min walk • Nestled within the historic streets of Copenhagen, the Karel van Mander House stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. This historic building, located in the bustling district of the Danish capital, is named after the Dutch painter and writer Karel...
~420 ftSW
Museum dedicated to a single artist
Thorvaldsens Museum, Copenhagen
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, the Thorvaldsens Museum stands as a tribute to one of the country's most celebrated artists, Bertel Thorvaldsen. This unique museum, dedicated entirely to the works of Thorvaldsen, is housed in a striking building that is a...
~850 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district
Strædet, Copenhagen
5 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.
~360 ftE
Nightlife
Ved Stranden 10, Copenhagen
2 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.
~1640 ftS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Hans Jørgen Holm
Black Diamond, Copenhagen
8 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.
~150 ftN
Monuments and statues
Absalon, Copenhagen
1 min walk • The equestrian statue of Absalon on Højbro Plads in Copenhagen was unveiled in 1902 to mark the 700 years' anniversary of the death of Bishop Absalon, the city's legendary founder.
~530 ftNE
Contemporary art in a converted church
Kunsthallen Nikolaj, Copenhagen
3 min walk • The Nikolaj Contemporary Art Center is an arts centre in Copenhagen which occupies the former St. Nicholas Church, one of the city's most conspicuous landmarks. It is situated on Højbro Plads a few steps away from Amagertorv and Strøget. The church building is noted for its fanciful Neo-Baroque 90 m long spire.
~1270 ftSE
Danish Jewish culture and history museum
Danish Jewish Museum, Copenhagen
7 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 Højbro?

Nearby attractions include Agnete and the Merman, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Absalon, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Ploug House, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Højbro Plads, Copenhagen (2 min walk).

How to get to Højbro by public transport?

The nearest stations to Højbro:

Bus

Gammel Strand St., Christiansborg • Lines: 23, 2A (1 min walk)
Børsen • Lines: 2A (5 min walk)

Metro

Gammel Strand • Lines: M3, M4 (1 min walk)
Kongens Nytorv • Lines: M1, M2, M3, M4 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (10 min walk)
Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (10 min walk)

Light rail

Nørreport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (14 min walk)
Vesterport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (18 min walk)

Train

Nørreport (14 min walk)
Copenhagen Central Station (18 min walk)