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A Winter Weekend in Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark delights visitors with its bright colors, sleek modern designs, and old town streets year round. But visit in the wintertime and see a whole new level of cozy charm emerge from the cold. Here’s how’s to enjoy a weekend in the Scandinavian capital.

-Getting Around-

Getting to the city from Copenhagen airport is a breeze. Approximately 20 minutes on the metro will get you to Nørreport station, where you can explore downtown Copenhagen or connect to other transport.

With my rented bike on warmer days.

The Danish capital is famous for its cycle friendly urban planning (Condé Nast Traveler ranks it as the most bike-friendly city in the world), and there’s plenty of rental shops (like this one) that’ll help you get on the wagon–er, cycle.However, if the thought of biking in winter temperatures puts you off, pick up a 72-hour transportation pass for 200 DKK ($32) to take endless advantage of Copenhagen’s metro, trains, and buses. Find a ticket kiosk on your way out of the airport or at any train station.

-Rise + Shine-

Of course you’re itching to hit the cobblestone streets, so stop by St. Peter’s Bakery and pick up breakfast to go. This Nutella filled treat put a smile on my face for the rest of the day, but there are plenty of options to feast your eyes on! If you’re staying at Copenhagen Downtown Hostel, the bakery is only a 10-minute walk away and on the way to Nørreport train station–the perfect place to jump start your day!

And the eye candy is just getting started.

-Inside-

Walking through the pop up home and seasonal decoration shops is like stepping into a mix of Narnia and Pinterest. Browse all things frosted, rustic, glittery in the Scandinavian style. If you’re low on luggage space, it’s the perfect place to pick up a little souvenir! A five minute walk from St. Peter’s, Notre Dame is bursting with festive options.

-Outside-

Even the wintry cold can’t stop the creative minds of Copenhagen. For an interactive example of Scandinavian design make your way over to known hipster district Nørrebro and stop when you start seeing stripes. Split into three sections of curiosities, Superkilen Park will have you frolicking like a kid through each–and maybe even riding an elephant!


I look miserable but honestly it’s the time of my life up there.

-Coffee Break-

When your fingers are sufficiently frozen from snapping pictures of the creative park, slip around the corner to Heimdalsgade22 for refuge. The quiet atmosphere, cozy window seats, and quality coffee will have you revived in no time:

Christmas Markets

The Christmas markets sprinkled throughout the city are some of Copenhagen’s prettiest ornaments. The Hans Christian Andersen Christmas market in Gammeltorv and the market in Højbro Plads are two of my favorites, although there are plenty of other options. And of course wherever you go you can make it your mission to sample the Gløgg at each–the Danish mulled wine will warm you to your fingertips. So grab a cup, jump on a sleigh, and have a merry time!

If a friendship can last between Hungary and Denmark then surely it can make it to the North Pole?

There’s plenty to do in Copenhagen when wintertime comes. What would you try first?

Glaedelig Jul!

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