Ørstedsparken — Attraction in Copenhagen Municipality

This isn’t my first time visiting Ørstedsparken, and it probably won’t be the last. Located right in central Copenhagen, Ørstedsparken is one of those places that balances nature, city, and history better than most parks in town.

I came by again recently, camera in hand, and managed to capture a few photos of geese with goslings grazing near the lake. Wildlife is always present here – ducks, swans, and even the occasional heron if you’re lucky. The park’s central lake isn’t just scenic; it’s alive.

What stands out about Ørstedsparken is how it never feels too big or too small. You can walk around the entire park in under 20 minutes, but there’s enough variety to spend a full hour here. Winding paths, old trees, flowerbeds, and statues scattered across the grounds give it real personality. One of the oldest statues here is of the park’s namesake, Hans Christian Ørsted, tucked away not far from the playground.

Speaking of which – yes, there’s a playground. Actually, two. One open-air and another more tucked away. It’s a popular family spot on warmer days, especially around springtime when the cherry blossoms are in bloom. That’s also when the lawn areas fill up with people sunbathing or just enjoying a break from city noise.

There’s also a small café – Flindt & Ørsted – in the northwest corner, great for a coffee or light snack. Prices are what you’d expect in Copenhagen, but the view of the park more than makes up for it.

Whether you’re into photography, a quiet lunch spot, birdwatching, or just need somewhere peaceful within the city –...

Ørstedsparken (Ørsteds Park) is just a five minute walk from Copenhagen City Hall.

The park was named after two brothers, Anders Sandøe Ørsted who was a politician and jurist and his brother Hans Christian Ørsted who was a physicist.

The park surrounds a lake which was originally part of the moat that surrounded the old walled city of Copenhagen.

It was opened to the public in 1879 and contains the oldest public playground in Copenhagen.

The wrought iron bridge that crosses the lake is the original bridge that crossed the gap when the Northern City Gate was demolished in 1857.

The bridge was dismantled in 1873 and relocated to its current position.

There are many statues scattered around the park, most of which are copies of Ancient Greek or Roman statues.

The main monument is dedicated to Hans Christian Ørsted who is credited with discovering electromagnetism in 1820.

If you are looking for somewhere to take a quiet stroll for an hour or so away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Ørstedsparken is a good choice, especially in the Spring and Summer when all the flowers...

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