See what the experts are saying about Holbaek. Get expert advice on how to get there, what to see and more.
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Introduction
INNER CITY All Denmark's roads, trains, and bicycle paths lead to the heart of the Capital. The Inner City is the unrivalled commercial and cultural centre in the entire country; and, if Slotsholmen is included, also the political. Always buz... Continue reading »
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History
"My dreams of Copenhagen—a song from a faithful lover”: thus the poet Poul Henningsen (PH) began the declaration of his love to the city of Copenhagen. The history of Copenhagen spans many years and reaches back to when Absalon lived in th... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Inner Copenhagen boasts approximately 80 different places you can stay, ranging from the simplest of hostels to apartments and five-star deluxe hotels of international standard. Several new hotels are available, for instance a Hilton airport... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
Over the past years, Copenhagen has reinvented itself and made its name as a metropolis in Europe. It has undergone an amazing metamorphosis in a wide variety of fields: design, fashion, media, art, film, shopping, music, advertising, and, la... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
Throughout history Copenhageners have never really got to like the idea of living in a big city. Noise, traffic, tall buildings, busy businessmen and displays of great wealth are all generally frowned upon. Most people live outside the city i... Continue reading »
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Tours
The city of Copenhagen is overflowing with things to see and do. The following suggestions will describe some of the highlights which might help you with planning your time here. Some of the tours will concentrate on the inner part of town wi... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There: By Air: Copenhagen Airport (a.k.a. Bastrop International Airport) (CPH) (+45 3231 3231 / http://www.cph.dk) is perched along the waterfront six miles southeast of the city center, and has to rank among the top when it comes to... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Copenhagen Country: Denmark Copenhagen By The Numbers: Population: 1,500,000 Elevation: 16 feet/5 meters Average Annual Precipitation: 25 inches/64 centimeters Average January Temperature: 33 degrees F/1 degree C Average July Temperat... Continue reading »
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Introduction
Like Mighty Mouse, Denmark may be small but it packs a powerful punch. Its capital, Copenhagen, seems to be the seat of everything Danish -- artistic, financial, and political. The Frommer guides have long maintained their loyalty to promo... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Sitting at an Outdoor Cafe -- Because of Copenhagen's long gray winters, sitting at an outdoor cafe in the summer and drinking beer or eating is always a favorite pastime. The best spot is at Nyhavn (New Harbor), beginning at Kongens Nytorv.... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Visitor Information The Copenhagen Tourist Information Center, Vesterbrogade 4A (tel. 70-22-24-42; www.visitcopenhagen.com), adjacent to the main entrance of Tivoli, dispenses information. It's open in July and August Monday to Saturday 9am... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
American Express -- Amex is represented throughout Denmark by Nyman & Schultz, Nørregade 7A (tel. 33-13-11-81; bus: 34 or 35), with a branch in Terminal 3 of the Copenhagen Airport. Fulfilling all the functions of American Express except for... Continue reading »
