Mastekranen, Copenhagen

Name: Mastekranen
Address: Copenhagen, Denmark

#381 among attractions in Copenhagen

Baroque architecture

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Facts and practical information

Mastekranen is an 18th-century masting sheer and present landmark on Holmen in Copenhagen, Denmark. It was designed by architect Philip de Lange and built in 1748–51 as part of the Royal Naval Shipyard at Holmen. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 55°41'17"N, 12°36'21"E

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Christianshavn (Nyholm)Copenhagen Denmark

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Day trips

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

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

0.5 miSW
Waterside home of the Royal Danish Opera
Copenhagen Opera House, Copenhagen
13 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...
0.5 miNW
Star-shaped military fortress and ramparts
Kastellet, Copenhagen
13 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.
0.9 miSW
Contemporary art in a baroque palace
Charlottenborg Palace, Copenhagen
23 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...
~1760 ftW
Bronze fountain depicting Norse goddess
Gefion Fountain, Copenhagen
9 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...
0.4 miNW
Bronze sculpture and iconic landmark
The Little Mermaid Statue, Copenhagen
11 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.
~1880 ftW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Alban's Church, Copenhagen
10 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.
0.4 miW
Park
Churchillparken, Copenhagen
11 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.
0.7 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Skuespilhuset, Copenhagen
18 min walk • The Royal Danish Playhouse is a theatre building for the Royal Danish Theatre, situated on the harbour front in the Frederiksstaden neighbourhood of central Copenhagen, Denmark.
1 miW
Islamic, European and Danish art museum
The David Collection, Copenhagen
25 min walk • The David Collection is a museum of fine and applied art in Copenhagen, Denmark, built around the private collections of lawyer, businessman and art collector C. L. David.
0.5 miNW
Quayside pier and home of Little Mermaid
Langelinie, Copenhagen
13 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.
0.4 miSW
Square
Larsens Plads, Copenhagen
12 min walk • Larsens Plads is a waterfront in Copenhagen, Denmark, which runs along the Zealand side of the main harbour from the Nyhavn canal in the south to the Nordre Toldbod area just south of Langelinie to the north.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mastekranen?

Nearby attractions include Nyholm Central Guardhouse, Copenhagen (2 min walk), HDMS Peder Skram, Copenhagen (2 min walk), HDMS Sælen, Copenhagen (3 min walk), Nordre Toldbod, Copenhagen (7 min walk).

How to get to Mastekranen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mastekranen:

Ferry

Refshaleøen • Lines: 991, 992 (6 min walk)
Nordre Toldbod • Lines: 991, 992 (7 min walk)

Bus

Refshaleøen • Lines: 2A (7 min walk)
Lynetten • Lines: 2A (9 min walk)

Metro

Marmorkirken • Lines: M3, M4 (18 min walk)
Østerport • Lines: M3, M4 (22 min walk)

Train

Østerport (20 min walk)

Light rail

Østerport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (21 min walk)
Nordhavn • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E (34 min walk)