A mixed use building which was developed with a focus on sustainability, both technically and socially. Most prominent renter is DAC, which shows exhibitions about Copenhagen architecture (know what is on currently).
Offering connections across the harbor for pedestrians and cyclists, Lille Langebro is the newest of a series of new bridges across Copenhagen, which are part of the effort of transforming the historical CPH merchant and navy harbor into a place for people to spend their free time.
When the Harbour Bath (Havnebadet) opened in 2003, it marked a massive change in Copenhagen’s relation to its harbor.
The building is designed to support the personal development of its 400 inhabitants, balancing the individual and the community. Social sustainability by sharing common rooms. The rooms are small and equipped with a washroom. Living rooms, kitchens, and many other common amenities are shared by some or all inhabitants.
The building houses a concert hall with 1800 seats that is home to the Royal Symphony Orchestra, and several smaller stages and recording studios.
Used by the military as a training grounds and shooting range from the 1700s up until the 1950s, it became a garbage dump afterwards, an old tradition on Amager, which Copenhageners like to joke about (lorteøen - shit island). In spite of this history, today Amagerfælled presents as a rare example of relatively untouched nature in Copenhagen, ironically situated to a large part on artificially reclaimed land.
Both bridges (Cykelslangen and Bryggebroen) together were the first of the new harbor crossings that are built exclusively for cyclists.
Enghavepark was built in the late 1920s on the site of former allotment gardens. Laid out in the neoclassical style, it features a bandstand, a playground and fields for various sports. Between 2017 and 2019 it underwent a complete redesign, to play a main role in future control of torrential rains in CPH.
Former church converted to a privately run community center.
The historic meatpacking district Kødbyen was planned by the city in order to create more sanitary and healthier conditions for the meat business in a rapidly growing city. It grew through a series of additions until it reached its impressive present size, showcasing the development of industrial architecture throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
Israels Plads with the adjacent Torvehallerne is today a meeting point for CPH foodies. There has been a farmer’s market here since the strict no building policy of the walled city ended in the 1890s until the 1950s. Then the entire area became a huge parking lot.
Ørsteds Park is an early example of reuse: Once part of the city’s defenses outside the walls, the area was transformed into a park after the city wall was demolished, retaining parts of the former moat as a lake inside the park with dramatic hills and crooked paths.
The remaining time of the tour is spent on cycling from one location to another
We had a great tour with Jörn. We went to different parts of the city than we would have explored on our own, which gave us a broader and valuable experience of Copenhagen. Our guide was knowledgeable, patient in answering our questions, and had a good pace. It was great to go around in the city on bikes, like a local!
it was a great tour, visited lot of unique spots
Wonderful tour. Saw many different areas of the city and learned a great deal about Copenhagen’s work on sustainability. So enjoyed this tour
Best tour ever; Jorn was so knowledgeable; our trip was my favorite part of my time spent in Denmark.
Rene was a knowledgeable and responsive tour guide. He knew his stuff and guided us on a sampling of Copenhagen’s beautiful and sustainable buildings. He is friendly and has a warm and calm demeanour. Lots of fun and great information.
We've just finished a fantastic bike tour with Rene.The focus was on sustainable architecture but we also found our alot about life in Copenhagen along the way.The sights were really interesting and varied. The length of the trip was just right and the biking was easy and fun.Rene was a superb guide - friendly and knowledgeable and helped you see the city from a different perspective..highly recommended!
René did a wonderful job of showing us around and sharing his knowledge of what makes Copenhagen architecture special, especially as it relates to sustainability. My only complaint is I wish it were longer so we could have René tell us even more about the area! Very welcoming atmosphere, and it has been one of our favorite Copenhagen experiences. If you want to bike but are afraid, this is one of the best ways to get it in!
Booked a bike tour on what turned out to be a rainy afternoon. Was tempted to bail but decided to proceed and so glad I did. The ride (even in the rain) was super enjoyable and our guide, Rene, was excellent - attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. I’d wanted to ride a bike like a true local and was wary to do so on my own, so this was the perfect way to check that off my list.
As it was raining slightly at the start we almost cancelled however are so glad we did not. The trip was brilliant taking us to parts of Copenhagen that most tours do not go to. Rene the guide was very informative and made the tour so memorable and enjoyable. We learnt so much about what makes Copenhagen such a great city.
We found this to be a very enjoyable experience. Sarah was very knowledgeable and the 3-hour bike ride in general was a very mild ride -all flat and we stopped at a number of places to talk about the architecture, design, and sustainability
Sarra was so fabulous! Great bikes, wonderful information provided. Great for many levels.
Our guide Sarrah was AMAZING. This was hands down my favorite tour out of the five we did in Copenhagen. We upgraded to a cargo bike to haul around my elderly mother - she said the bike was "fine" even through the cobblestones; she said she wished the seat was deeper since her butt didn't quite fit. A few people upgraded to e-bikes and I don't think that's necessary at all - it's a very easy ride and doesn't go that far. Definitely a highlight for the architecture nerds - Sarrah was so knowledgeable about the architects, building materials, safety, wind-resistance, soil composite, etc.
Are guide as fabulous. Knowledgable, articulate, fun
Great tour ! Warm thanks Jörn !
Our guide René was so great! He was super knowledgeable and easy to understand; really made the tour the highlight of our whole trip. I was worried before we started that I would have a hard time adjusting to the cycling norms, but he explained everything super well and I didn’t have any problems. Definitely recommend the tour!
The tour took the group all around the city to spots with unique sustainable architecture. I wasn’t sure exactly what to expect, and it turned out to be a great way to experience Copenhagen through a sustainability lens. Our guide Henrik was very knowledgeable and personable.
Very informative and interesting tour. Nice to see a different part of Copenhagen. Sondra did a great job! Highly recommend this tour
Henrik did an awesome job leading and curating our private tour! After finding out our collective group interests and how much time we had in Copenhagen, he made sure to hit some extra highlights for our group! He was very cognizant of time and ensured that we always took the “best” route to see as much as possible. Coordinating bikes and gear was smooth and easy. Highly recommend!!!
Xaver is a kind and patient guide who is passionate about his work. He made sure everyone in the group was well looked after and well informed about the urban design and architectural history of Copenhagen. This tour is highly recommend for built environment professionals and solo travellers who are passionate about the urban environment.
The tour was very interesting, the guide knew the area really well.
Henrick was very knowledgeable! We loved touring around Copenhagen on bikes, felt very local. We shared our personal interests with Henrick and he tailored the tour for us. Lovely day! Great value!
Our guide, Sarra, was very knowledgeable and helpful. We saw some really interesting buildings, learned about their innovations, and also a bit about the social and economic challenges that brilliant new buildings create for normal people.
We (family of 3) took a tour with René. Highly recommend. René was super friendly, super helpful, and super responsive to all of our questions. The tour was entirely in English, which (as with most of our experiences in Copenhagen) we were grateful for (as English speakers). The tour was scheduled for 3 hours and probably took 15 minutes less than that. Most of the emphasis is on architecture; the environmental emphasis is secondary but still substantial. The start and finish of the tour involve navigating thick and sometimes unnerving bike traffic. René gave us all good advice about how to ride and direct our bikes through lights, intersections, and particularly tricky spots. We stopped frequently, so slower or traffic-delayed members of the group always had a chance to catch up. Some advice: • It's okay to be picky/selective about your bike and seat level. They have plenty of bikes. • Get a helmet. It's optional but both useful and reassuring. They have plenty so you should be able to find one that fits. Bonus: when more riders in the group wear helmets, it's easier to spot and stay with the group. • Aim for a tour time that avoids rush hour bike traffic.
Such a fun tour! Loved seeing all the amazing sustainable architecture Copenhagen has to offer. Henrik was such a fun character and made the ride just that much more enjoyable! The tour was easily tailored to everyone’s wants and needs. Would book again!
Jorn gave my daughter and I a spectacular tour of Copenhagen - blending history, design, sustainability and answers to our many questions into an enjoyable three hours. He had a wonderful way of describing things and sharing information about why the city presents in the way it does. It was our first morning in Copenhagen and we are delighted to have this solid understanding of the city to inform the rest of our trip.
Rene was a fantastic guide who showed us the modern architectural highlights of Copenhagen. This tour is perfect for city planning and architecture buffs. And a great way to explore areas we otherwise would have missed.
Our bike need was unique with an 8 year old. So I called Tropical bike directly. I loved how they offered a tandem bike that was suitable for a child instead of putting him in a cargo. Tandem bike was awesome as he could be active and contributing. He was not board and could enjoy the tour while we were learning about the city. I didn’t like the price tag of the tandem though as he was a child and I ended up paying for the full person for him. However our tour guide did such an excellent job that we all are going to remember the positive side. While René was very clear at the beginning that he is not an architect he was very knowledgeable and shared many interesting details about the city planning and many iconic modern landmarks. I particularly liked the route he chose and the side of the city that he shared with us. It included fascinating backgrounds and beautiful architecture. After 3hrs of cycling and seeing many interesting sights, we were eager to hear more about Copenhagen past, present and future, but it was time to be back at the bike shop. I hope they offer longer tours — may be full day.
Great guide for a dynamic interesting and joyful city tour
Great tour. Jörn did great job showing us architecture beauties of the city. Recommendation!
It was great time cycling trough the city. Our guide was great, would recommend 10/10
I've been traveling independently for many years, yet here in CPH I actually did two different group tours by bike. I did two tours in CPH, with different guides and providers. I found each extremely enjoyable and informative, and a good value for the money. Our group was small, only six riders, enabling good interaction and questions as warranted. Given my interest in architecture, I was pleased to have an informed guide who could show the designs of the city that merit attention. In addition, our guide included two bathroom breaks, which while not used by me, might have been very welcome on another day. My only cavil is that I would have liked a printed map at the conclusion of our tour, showing more or less the route we had taken touring the sites. Maybe provide it online so visitors would download it, since sustainability is so much at the forefront of the public mindset. BTW, one in our group fell, and suffered minor cuts. Our guide was at the ready with a bag of bandages, tape, and ointment, (see Scout Motto), and apparently the sponsor is also prepared to have backup rendezvous with our group had he required major assistance. That way the rest of us could proceed on while his injury was attended to if needed. Comforting to know.
This is a great tour if you are interested in seeing interesting buildings and understanding what makes Copenhagen unusual. Our guide, Rene, was a terrific observer and interpreter of the recent history of Copenhagen, and provided an intro to some of the resiliency strategies and and regulatory reforms that distinguish the city.
It was an awesome tour. The right length, great guide, loved it.
Brilliant relaxed architectural tour with Renee taking us to some less touristic highlights of Copenhagen with a focus on urban planning and sustainability. We covered about 12k over 2.5hrs so you don't need high levels of fitness. A joy to see the city by bike.
Sarra was a fantastic guide for the sustainability and architecture bike tour in Copenhagen. Super knowledgeable, engaging and clearly passionate about architecture and urban design. I loved the mix of modern buildings, sustainability and local insights. One of the highlights of my trip.
We had a very informative tour through different boroughs allowing us to understand the change of the architectural scene.
Spannend, informativ & inspirierend.
Our tour guide Jörn did a fantastic job. He created a welcoming atmosphere and fostered excitement for the sites we visited. Highly recommend!
As an architect travelling solo, this architecture focused bike tour was a highlight of my visit. Our tour guide, Sarra, was trained in engineering and could answer the specific technical questions from our group. She took us to contemporary buildings that had won design awards but would be difficult to find on our own because they were off the beaten bath. Highly recommend!
Xaver was a fabulous guide who was able to answer every question in great detail . Excellent insight into the not so obvious tourist spots
This tour was excellent - highly recommend. Very interesting, good to see different parts of Copenhagen and Jörn was a really great guide
Excellent tour, very personalized, Sam my guide is very knowledgeable about sustainable danish architecture , beyond my expectations.
It was a very nice experience! We’ve learned a lot and discovered nice spots in Copenhagen. I would defenitely recommend taking the tour!
Really great bike ride, tour guide Sam had a lot of knowledge and great energy! Clear instructions and a nice team experience!
The tour was excellent. It was both interesting and fun. Our tour guide Sam is an architect, and he was the perfect knowledgeable guide for this tour.
Had a wonderful time going on this bike tour through Copenhagen! Our guide Rene was terrific! Very enjoyable and informative and gave me a whole new sense of the city. Highly recommended!
We had a great tour by bike around Copenhagen with the perfect guide, Rene. He showed us a wide range of unseen architectural spots and shared his knowledge of Copenhagen in a relaxed and pleasant manner. Highly recommendable tour if you want to bike and see a different side of Copenhagen.
Our tour with Jörn was excellent. He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared fascinating insights about the city’s modern architectural highlights. We truly enjoyed the experience and had a wonderful time!
Highly recommend this tour! Informative, beautiful, relaxing and see some really great spots that make you appreciate how well planned this city is. René was a fantastic tour guide who was very accomodating to allow for food and drink breaks and also had plenty to share on the development of Copenhagen and sites that we visited. Very very minor bit of feedback would be to cover slightly more on the sustainability side
Amazing guide with loads of local knowledge. I took my 10-year old daughter and the distance was perfect (not strenuous and lots of stops). The Staff were very kind and helped us find a rental bike for our tall child. A bike tour was a great way for us to start our trip and helped us identify spots to explore further. Great shop, great staff and super fun.
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