Autumn in Copenhagen
Early sunsets, cobblestone streets, outdoor cafés. Copenhagen is magical during the Autumn season, and it reminds me of the words of Connie Nielsen, who once said:
If Copenhagen were a person, that person would be generous, beautiful, elderly, but with a flair. A human being with appetite for the new and with respect for the old - somebody who takes good care of things and of people.
During some summer and autumn months, the people of Copenhagen can enjoy a so-called car-free day, happening on the last Sunday of the months. On that day, the main street of Nørrebro (together with the iconic Dronning Louise’s Bridge) is closed for vehicles, giving room for dancers, musicians, NGOs and a whole lot of fun instead.
Arrebo is one of my favorite coffee places in Copenhagen. Not only because it's in my hood, but they also have a strict policy against laptops, iPads and anything alike that can shift your attention from a person sitting in front of you. And they have amazing coffee, too.
Located in the eastern part of the city, Brumleby is a backdrop for a fairytale. If you want to know more, I have written a post about it here (in Hungarian, though.)
The Danish capital is home to many beautiful parks and gardens. One of my favorite is Bispebjerg Kirkegård. Despite being an old cemetery, it is a lively place with locals walking through its picturesque pathways.
The Frederiksberg Garden is one of the largest greenspaces in Copenhagen, and if you ask me, also the most romantic one for an autumn walk.
The 8 House in Amager is a great example of modern Scandinavian architecture. It is built in the shape of a figure 8 on the southern perimeter of Copenhagen. It is a must-see, especially if you are into futuristic projects and Scandinavian minimalism.
Golden hour on the streets of Frederiksberg. Once a different city, today a unique neighborhood of Copenhagen.
Bicycles are everywhere. This one’s is on Olufsvej, one of the most beautiful streets of Copenhagen, totally hidden from the mainstream tourist crowds.
Sunset in the Frederiksberg Garden.
As the Autumn season hits Scandinavia, the days are getting shorter and sunsets occur as early as 15-16 PM. Perfect excuse to spend more time in the cozy bars of Ravnsborggade.
35 km north of Copenhagen, the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art is famous for its contemporary art collection and outdoor sculpture park, right by the sea.
Located in the city center, the Lakes of Copenhagen are a row of three rectangular lakes, super popular with runners, strollers, and locals in general.
6 kilometers from Copenhagen Airport, or 20-minutes from the city center, Dragør is a little fishing village with cobblestone streets and yellow houses. As charming as Denmark can get on an autumn day.