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Visit to Assistens Cemetery
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon in spring or early autumn, when light is soft and trees show blossoms or color; fewer visitors make for a quieter experience.
Budget tips
Entry is free year-round, there are no tickets or reserved hours; Copenhagen Card is unnecessary for the cemetery but useful for nearby museums, so plan accordingly.
Recommended for
History buffs, Photography enthusiasts, Literature lovers, Travelers seeking quiet green spaces
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Rýchle fakty: You'll find the final resting places of famous Danes like Hans Christian Andersen and Søren Kierkegaard tucked along shady, meandering lanes. Locals often treat the grounds like a neighborhood park, spreading blankets for picnics while children chase pigeons between the gravestones.
Zaujímavosti: Look for bouquets and handwritten notes left at Hans Christian Andersen's grave, a quiet fan pilgrimage that appears after guided walks. Under lime and chestnut canopies the air fills with sweet blossom and the distant clatter of bicycle bells, making the place feel like a lived-in garden where history smells, sounds, and settles under your feet.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, paths are mostly compacted earth and can be uneven after rain.
- Photograph near the graves of Hans Christian Andersen, Niels Bohr, and Søren Kierkegaard for classic compositions, always keep a respectful distance.
- Visit on weekdays or early mornings to avoid picnic crowds, skip weekends if you want solitude.
- Bring a refillable water bottle and light snacks, café options on Nørrebro can be limited on Sundays.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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