Christians Brygge, Copenhagen

Name: Christians Brygge
Address: Copenhagen, Denmark

#421 among attractions in Copenhagen

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Christians Brygge is a waterfront and street in central Copenhagen, Denmark. It runs from the mouth of Slotsholmen Canal in the north to Langebro Bridge in the south where it turns into Kalvebod Brygge. Its northern end, which is located on the small isle of Slotsholmen, is connected to Niels Juels Gade and then Holmens Kanal by Christian IV's Bridge. Christians Brygge The road section is part of Ring 2. The name refers to Christian IV, king of Denmark during the first half of the 17th century, who constructed several buildings at the site, including the Arsenal and Christian IV's Brewhouse as well as nearby Børsen. Other landmarks along the quay include the Royal Danish Library and the mixed-use building BLOX, home to the Danish Architecture Centre. ()

Coordinates: 55°40'23"N, 12°34'52"E

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Indre By (Slotsholmen)Copenhagen Denmark

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Christians Brygge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Strøget, Dæmonen, Strædet, Ved Stranden 10.

0.5 miNW
Famed pedestrian street lined with shops
Strøget, Copenhagen
12 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...
0.4 miW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Dæmonen, Copenhagen
11 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...
~1880 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Strædet, Copenhagen
10 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.
~1540 ftN
Nightlife
Ved Stranden 10, Copenhagen
8 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.
~350 ftE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Hans Jørgen Holm
Black Diamond, Copenhagen
2 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.
~700 ftNW
Canal
Frederiksholms Kanal, Copenhagen
4 min walk • 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.
~290 ftW
Museum, History museum, Vernacular architecture
The Lapidarium of Kings, Copenhagen
2 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.
~610 ftSE
Bridge, Scenic walking areas
Cirkelbroen, Copenhagen
3 min walk • The Circle Bridge is a pedestrian bridge spanning the southern mouth of Christianshavn Canal in the Christianshavn area of central Copenhagen, Denmark. It connects Applebys Plads to the south with Christiansbro to the north. The bridge was designed by Olafur Eliasson.
0.4 miN
Contemporary art in a converted church
Kunsthallen Nikolaj, Copenhagen
10 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.
~530 ftNE
Danish Jewish culture and history museum
Danish Jewish Museum, Copenhagen
3 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.
~480 ftN
Park, Thorvald Jørgensen
Royal Library Garden, Copenhagen
3 min walk • The Royal Library Garden, often referred to simply as the Library Garden, is a small, somewhat hidden garden between the Royal Library, the Tøjhus Museum, ChristianIV's Supply Depot and Christiansborg Palace on Slotsholmen in central Copenhagen, Denmark. It has a reputation for being one of the most tranquil spots in the city centre.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Christians Brygge?

Nearby attractions include The Lapidarium of Kings, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Black Diamond, Copenhagen (2 min walk), The Royal Library, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Leda and the Swan, Copenhagen (3 min walk).

How to get to Christians Brygge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Christians Brygge:

Ferry

Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (2 min walk)
Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (7 min walk)

Bus

Børsen • Lines: 2A (6 min walk)
Stormbroen, Nationalmuseet • Lines: 23, 2A (7 min walk)

Metro

Gammel Strand • Lines: M3, M4 (9 min walk)
Christianshavn • Lines: M1, M2 (11 min walk)

Train

Copenhagen Central Station (16 min walk)
Nørreport (21 min walk)

Light rail

Copenhagen Central Station • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (17 min walk)
Vesterport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (20 min walk)