Denmark Expedition Memorial, Copenhagen

Name: Denmark Expedition Memorial
Address: Copenhagen, Denmark

#355 among attractions in Copenhagen

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The Denmark Expedition Memorial is a sculpted boulder at Langelinie in Copenhagen, Denmark, commemorating Ludvig Mylius-Erichsen, Niels Peter Høeg Hagen and Jørgen Brønlund who died on the Denmark Expedition to North-East Greenland in 1907. The memorial was unveiled in 1912. It was designed by Kai Nielsen in collaboration with Kaare Klint. ()

Coordinates: 55°41'41"N, 12°36'1"E

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Østerbros (Kastellets)Copenhagen Denmark

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Day trips

Denmark Expedition Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kastelskirken, Copenhagen Opera House, Kastellet, Gefion Fountain.

~1980 ftSW
Church, Baroque architecture
Kastelskirken, Copenhagen
10 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, Kastelskirken stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and cultural heritage. This Lutheran church, with its distinctive architecture and serene presence, has been a place of worship and community...
0.9 miS
Waterside home of the Royal Danish Opera
Copenhagen Opera House, Copenhagen
23 min walk • Copenhagen Opera House, an architectural marvel and cultural beacon, stands proudly along the harbor of Copenhagen, Denmark. This state-of-the-art theatre, inaugurated in January 2005, is a testament to contemporary design and Denmark's commitment to the performing...
~1710 ftSW
Star-shaped military fortress and ramparts
Kastellet, Copenhagen
9 min walk • Kastellet, nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, is a remarkable example of a well-preserved star fortress. This historical military fortress, with its distinctive pentagonal layout, was constructed in the mid-17th century under the reign of King Christian IV.
0.4 miS
Bronze fountain depicting Norse goddess
Gefion Fountain, Copenhagen
11 min walk • The Gefion Fountain is an iconic landmark in Copenhagen, Denmark, known for its grandeur and mythological significance. This impressive fountain, which is the largest in Copenhagen and used as a wishing well by visitors, depicts a scene from Norse mythology featuring...
~660 ftSW
Memorial
Maritime Monument, Copenhagen
4 min walk • Copenhagen's Maritime Monument stands as a solemn tribute to the Danish sailors who lost their lives during World War I. Located in the picturesque setting of Langelinie, a pier promenade in the Danish capital, the monument offers a serene spot for reflection against...
~730 ftS
Bronze sculpture and iconic landmark
The Little Mermaid Statue, Copenhagen
4 min walk • The Little Mermaid is a bronze statue by Edvard Eriksen, depicting a mermaid becoming human. The sculpture is displayed on a rock by the waterside at the Langelinie promenade in Copenhagen, Denmark. It is 1.25 metres tall and weighs 175 kilograms.
0.4 miS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Alban's Church, Copenhagen
11 min walk • St. Alban's Church, locally often referred to simply as the English Church, is an Anglican church in Copenhagen, Denmark. It was built from 1885 to 1887 dedicated to the growing English congregation in the city.
0.5 miSW
Park
Churchillparken, Copenhagen
13 min walk • Churchillparken is a public park in Copenhagen, Denmark, occupying a tract of land between Kastellet, a 17th-century fortress, and the street Esplanaden.
~330 ftSW
Quayside pier and home of Little Mermaid
Langelinie, Copenhagen
2 min walk • Langelinie is a pier, promenade and park in central Copenhagen, Denmark, and home of The Little Mermaid statue. The area has for centuries been a popular destination for excursions and strolls in Copenhagen. Most cruise ships arriving in Copenhagen also berth at Langelinie Pier.
0.5 miSW
Memorial
Memorial to Nordic Volunteers and Fallen, Copenhagen
13 min walk • The Memorial to Nordic Volunteers and Fallen, located on Smedelinien, part of Kastellet, is a memorial to 28 Norwegian, Swedish and Finnish volunteers of the First and First Schleswig War. It was inaugurated in 1920 to design by Anders Bundgaard.
0.5 miSW
Monuments and statues
Carl Nielsen Monument, Copenhagen
14 min walk • The Carl Nielsen Monument, located at the corner of Grønningen and Store Kongensgade in central Copenhagen, Denmark, is a monument to Danish composer Carl Nielsen created by his wife Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen. It depicts a young man playing pan-pipes on a wingless Pegasus and is also known as The Genius of Music.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Denmark Expedition Memorial?

Nearby attractions include Langelinie, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Maritime Monument, Copenhagen (4 min walk), The Little Mermaid Statue, Copenhagen (4 min walk), Indiakaj, Copenhagen (4 min walk).

How to get to Denmark Expedition Memorial by public transport?

The nearest stations to Denmark Expedition Memorial:

Bus

Indiakaj • Lines: 27 (3 min walk)
Søndre Frihavn • Lines: 27 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Refshaleøen • Lines: 991, 992 (10 min walk)
Nordre Toldbod • Lines: 991, 992 (12 min walk)

Train

Østerport (12 min walk)
Nørreport (34 min walk)

Light rail

Østerport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (14 min walk)
Nordhavn • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E (21 min walk)

Metro

Østerport • Lines: M3, M4 (15 min walk)
Marmorkirken • Lines: M3, M4 (21 min walk)