Frederik VII, Copenhagen

Name: Frederik VII
Address: Christiansborg slotsplads, Copenhagen, 1240, Denmark
Telephone: +45 33 37 55 00

#146 among attractions in Copenhagen

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The equestrian statue of Frederick VII in front of Christiansborg on Slotsholmen in Copenhagen, Denmark, was modelled by Herman Wilhelm Bissen and completed posthumously by his son Vilhelm Bissen in 1873. It was created to commemorate King Frederick's central role in Denmark's transition from absolute to constitutional monarchy. ()

Completed: 1873 (151 years ago)Coordinates: 55°40'36"N, 12°34'53"E

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Christiansborg slotspladsIndre By (Slotsholmen)Copenhagen 1240 Denmark

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+45 33 37 55 00

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Frederik VII – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Købmagergade, Karel van Mander House, Thorvaldsens Museum, Christiansborg Palace.

~1250 ftN
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~1150 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
Karel van Mander House, Copenhagen
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~600 ftW
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...
~560 ftSW
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~470 ftE
Church built for Christian IV in 1619
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~1160 ftW
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Strædet, Copenhagen
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~260 ftN
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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.
~1200 ftS
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~580 ftNW
Monuments and statues
Absalon, Copenhagen
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~770 ftN
Contemporary art in a converted church
Kunsthallen Nikolaj, Copenhagen
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~830 ftS
Danish Jewish culture and history museum
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Frederik VII?

Nearby attractions include Christiansborg Slotsplads, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Sundorph House, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Boldhusgade, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Ved Stranden, Copenhagen (2 min walk).

How to get to Frederik VII by public transport?

The nearest stations to Frederik VII:

Bus

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

Metro

Gammel Strand • Lines: M3, M4 (3 min walk)
Kongens Nytorv • Lines: M1, M2, M3, M4 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (8 min walk)
Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (8 min walk)

Light rail

Nørreport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (16 min walk)
Copenhagen Central Station • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (19 min walk)

Train

Nørreport (16 min walk)
Copenhagen Central Station (18 min walk)