Brøste House, Copenhagen

Name: Brøste House
Address: Copenhagen, Denmark

#288 among attractions in Copenhagen

Neoclassical architecture

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Facts and practical information

Brøste House, also known as Potter House after its founder, Thomas Potter, a Scottish born industrialist, is a late 18th-century historic property at Overgaden Oven Vandet 10, overlooking Christianshavn Canal, in the Christianshavn neighbourhood of Copenhagen, Denmark. ()

Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 55°40'15"N, 12°35'19"E

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ChristianshavnCopenhagen Denmark

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Day trips

Brøste House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of Our Saviour, Charlottenborg Palace, Overgaden, Christian's Church.

~1380 ftNE
Baroque edifice with a corkscrew spire
Church of Our Saviour, Copenhagen
7 min walk • The Church of Our Saviour, with its distinctive corkscrew spire, is an architectural marvel and a historical beacon in the city of Copenhagen, Denmark. This baroque church, completed in 1695, is renowned for its helical spire adorned with a gilded globe and a figure of...
0.6 miN
Contemporary art in a baroque palace
Charlottenborg Palace, Copenhagen
17 min walk • Charlottenborg Palace, a regal architectural gem, stands proudly in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark. Built in the 17th century, this baroque-style palace is a testament to the grandeur of Danish royalty and a key attraction for visitors seeking a glimpse into the...
~690 ftNE
Museum
Overgaden, Copenhagen
4 min walk • Overgaden Neden Vandet 33 is a residential property in the Christianshavn neighborhood of central Copenhagen, Denmark.
~660 ftNW
Baroque architecture, Church, Nicolai Eigtved
Christian's Church, Copenhagen
4 min walk • Christian's Church is a magnificent Rococo church in the Christianshavn district of Copenhagen, Denmark. Designed by Nicolai Eigtved, it was built 1754–59.
0.5 miNW
Nightlife
Ved Stranden 10, Copenhagen
14 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.
~1560 ftNW
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.
~1450 ftN
Bridge, Civic center, Monuments and statues
Knippelsbro, Copenhagen
8 min walk • Knippelsbro is a bascule bridge across the Inner Harbour of Copenhagen, Denmark, connecting Børsgade on Zealand-side Slotsholmen to Torvegade on Christianshavn.
~470 ftE
Baths
Sofiegade, Copenhagen
3 min walk • Sofiegade is a street in the Christianshavn neighbourhood of central Copenhagen, Denmark. It runs from Christianshavns Kanal in the northwest to Christianshavns Voldgade and Christianshavns Vold in the southeast, passing Dronningensgade and Prinsessegade on the way.
~1160 ftNW
Bridge, Scenic walking areas
Cirkelbroen, Copenhagen
6 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.
0.6 miNW
Contemporary art in a converted church
Kunsthallen Nikolaj, Copenhagen
16 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.
~1860 ftNW
Danish Jewish culture and history museum
Danish Jewish Museum, Copenhagen
9 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 Brøste House?

Nearby attractions include Steinfass House, Copenhagen (3 min walk), Sofiegade, Copenhagen (3 min walk), Heering House, Copenhagen (3 min walk), Christianshavn, Copenhagen (3 min walk).

How to get to Brøste House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Brøste House:

Metro

Christianshavn • Lines: M1, M2 (4 min walk)
Islands Brygge • Lines: M1 (14 min walk)

Bus

Christianshavn St. • Lines: 2A (4 min walk)
Knippelsbro • Lines: 2A (6 min walk)

Ferry

Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (7 min walk)
Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (9 min walk)

Train

Copenhagen Central Station (24 min walk)
Nørreport (28 min walk)

Light rail

Copenhagen Central Station • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (25 min walk)
Vesterport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (28 min walk)