"The killing" Sarah Lund's Copenhagen

Second season of the 2011 BAFTA International Award winning series, “The Killing”, is back 19 November 2011. Watch it on BBC 4 Saturday nights.

Follow in detective Sarah Lund’s footsteps in Copenhagen and visit some of the film locations and experience the different districts of the city while inhaling the unique athmospheres.

 

Vesterbro

The former meatpacking district, now hip with galleries, nightlife and 
restaurants. Istedgade, once a red-light district, now packed with unique boutiques and cafes. Try Halmtorvet, a trendy square or visit Carlsberg Breweries. 
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Inner City, Nyhavn

Nyhavn, the old charming harbour with popular waterfront restaurants. Try a boat trip where you will see Amalienborg Royal Palace home to the world's oldest monarchy and much more while enjoying the view to the modern Opera House.
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Christianshavn

A fashionable area of Copenhagen where you will find the famous Freetown Christiania. Take a stroll along the canals and enjoy a coffee at one of the many waterfront cafes. Christianshavn is full of restaurants and bars with a unique atmosphere. Read more 

Østerbro

A posh area characterised by wide boulevards and expensive villages in green surroundings. The district's cafe's, exquisit shops and waterfront hangouts are well worth a visit. For the active people a stroll or jog along Sortedams Lake is recommended. 
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Frederiksberg

The chic part of the city with many  green areas. Frederiksberg Gardens, the big french baroque park at Frederiksberg Palace, is a very popular spot for picnics, and fun games. Enjoy a romantic ride in one of the rowing boats on the lake. Read more

             

 

Sarah Lund's jumper

Sara Lund's favorite knitted black and white sweater has become so popular and one of Gudrun and Gudrun's best selling items. You can get it yourself here. 

Design & Architecture

Denmark is renowned for outstanding design and architecture. Copenhagen is one of the best places to explore it. Art and culture

Art & Culture

Experience the world-famous Royal Ballet or be seduced by the new Opera House. Musically, Copenhagen is still one of Europe's best jazz cities. Art and culture 

The Nordic Cuisine/Michelin Restaurants

If you like to try the "New Nordic Cuisine", focusing on local produce, ingredients found in Nordic climes, Copenhagen is the right place to go. Nordic cuisine 

Green Copenhagen

Organic and environmental issues have gained ground in Copenhagen. Here you can eat, drink, shop and sleep with a clear conscience.  Green copenhagen