Under the light of a thousand stars. In Copenhagen. Found myself thinking out loud about my Erasmus in Denmark – the experience that had the first greatest positive impact on my life. “Europe, here I come!” was the thought in my head the weeks and days before my scholarship started. Years later, I return under the Danish sun for a reunion or for new memories and an Ed Sheeran concert.
And just like that, visiting Copenhagen in August, enjoying the summer atmosphere in the city. To remember on rainy days. Because these couple of days were close to the ideal when one gets to taste a little bit of everything – good food, Danish design, cool cultural highlights, an afternoon at the beach, and a concert in a warm evening.
A bit of everything Danish
First, exploring classic Danish highlights: the colorful Nyhavn, and from there walk near the water or take a ferry to see the Royal Danish Opera House (Operaen) building, pass by Amalienborg Palace until the Langelinie Promenade where the small (but famous) statue of the Little Mermaid is.
The 17th-century former port Nyhavn is easily the most recognizable area in the city and spotted on most postcards. The walk feels like stepping into a Nordic storybook, quite literally, since Denmark is the home country of writer Hans Christian Andersen. Even though born in Odense, he lived in Copenhagen most of his adult life, exactly on a house along colorful Nyhavn.
Near Strøget shopping street I had on my list to climb the Round Tower, and I walked up the spiral until reaching the viewing platform with a 360° panorama over the city. Actually Andersen mentioned the tower in his diary writing. Moreover, across from Copenhagen Central Station, don’t miss Tivoli Gardens. I went there years ago and I really recommend a visit. The park was opened in 1843, and is one of the oldest amusement parks in the world.
Next, I paid a visit to the King’s Garden with Rosenborg Castle. Right by the park on Kronprinsessegade I passed by the David Collection Museum (free entry) for Danish art and for inspiration. After a stroll in the park and the museum visit I was on my way to Torvehallerne Market for lunch.
Eating well. Speaking about lunch and Torvehallerne Market, the food in Copenhagen and all of Denmark is exceptional — locally sourced, fresh, sustainably prepared, and beautifully presented in the city’s aesthetically designed spaces and in stylish cafés. Scandinavia is so close to my heart.
Stops to remember – savory breakfast at studio x kitchen, and a cardamon bun from Juno the Bakery at the Louise Roe Gallery. More Danish bakes from H A N S Coffee. And one more coffee at the recommended Andersen & Maillard — which does feel a bit touristic (said the tourist). All four places, conveniently, near the King’s Garden. From a past visit, I also carry the memory of my university friend taking me for lunch at La Banchina on Refshaleøen island — that I recommend.
Color, Concert, Copenhagen (alternative title)
Ed Sheeran’s The Mathematics Tour concert at Øresundsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark, on August 30, 2025, was unforgettable. Between songs on the round scene, he shared how his journey began in Dublin, and that every song will be built live in the concert, while layering impressive acoustic sounds on different guitars, rhythm beats and vocals with sheer talent. The opening act was Myles Smith, and then Ed’s impressive concert lasted around two hours, ending with fireworks.
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Last but not least, on Sunday, the trip ended this time with an afternoon at the beach in Hellerup — enjoying the sun, sand, and calm waters, just a short trip from central Copenhagen. The beach lies on the Øresund Strait, a narrow stretch of water between Denmark and Sweden. Sitting there, I thought: in Berlin, I have a lot and there are lakes, but only a beach is not so close.
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you had a lovely time in Copenhagen!
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Yes it’s such a lovely city 🙂
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