City Tour
 Historical Copenhagen - Castle Island
- Christianshavn
- Nyhavn
- Royal Palace
- Contemporary
architecture
- Copenhagens Bike Culture
The City Tour is a fantastic introduction to Copenhagen!
In Summary:
An unforgettable encounter of impressions with Copenhagen of yesterday and today - including the Citys amazing bike-revolution! The bike tour takes you right through the guts of medieval Copenhagen, covers 12 kms, includes min. 10 talk-stops and not the least: all the great sights of the city. Its an easy and comfortable bike experience which suits all ages!
We will bike through old, historical Copenhagen along the cobblestoned streets and straits, alleys, over bridges and under arches. The tour will introduce you to: The Latin Quarter, Old City Square, onwards we will bike in the footsteps of the legendary Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard to Castle Island - the cradle of Copenhagens history - with Christiansborg Palace, the tranquil courtyard of the Royal Danish Library, the Jewish museum, the Black Diamond and the stunning Stock Exchange from the era of King Christian the Fourth. Crossing the harbour to Christianshavn with its authentic atmosphere, historic and contemporary architecture, cosy canals and the centuries old fortification ramparts.
Then back across the bridge, along the harbour with fine views, into Nyhavn with its maritime atmosphere and home to H C Andersen in his days. The Royal Danish Playhouse Theater building is a showcase of extrodinary architecture. Along the harbour we are offered majestic views of the Opera House, Christianshavn and the new Danish landmark of windmills. Onwards to the very approachable and homy Royal Palace - home for the Danish Royal family. The Marble Church with its impressive sized dome. Finally biking home through the narrow streets/straits of the old city with its wonderful atmosphere and smells from the many speciality shops.
Talk-stops along the route will get you onside with the history of Copenhagen and its present life - including the bike revolution, the Royal history, architecture eras, Danish politics of today, Danish way of life, Søren Kierkegaard, H. C. Andersen etc.!
(If you wonder where the Little Mermaid is on the bike tour, she isnt to be located this year, as she has gone to Shanghai, China until November to take part in the Danish share of the World Expo).
A review of the City Tour by LP in August 2008 stated:
"Probably the best bike tour in the world"!
You can get the Route Map in a mail, if you order it here...
- when you have done the City Tour with Mike!
Duration: Approx. 3 hours
Distance: Approx. 12 kms (8 miles), all flat terrain, very easy ride
Tour pace: Max. 15 km per hour when biking between talk-stops
Language: English
When: ALL DAYS 10:30 AM untill December 31st.
& 2:30 PM in June, July & August on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays.
Departs: See map below!
Price: Dkk 260 / Euro 35 including bike rental. Cash only
The Gefion Fountain
All tours depart from Bike with Mike, Turesensgade 10 - outside Baisikeli Rent-a-Bike. See map below. All tours return to point of departure.
How to get to Bike with Mike
From the Tourist Info, Central Station and Main Hotel District:
Please follow the directions on the map below - a 10 minute walk!
Cruise Boat Passengers:
Hop on City Bus # 26 from the Langelinie docking area, get off at City Hall Square (approx. 25 min. ride and cost of Dkk 23,00 per person) and follow directions on the map below - a 10 minute walk at most!
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