Freetown Christiania, Autonomous community in Christianshavn, Denmark.
The 34-hectare neighborhood contains self-built houses, art spaces, restaurants, and music venues within former military barracks near Copenhagen's historic ramparts.
In September 1971, local residents declared this area an independent zone after breaking through the fence of an abandoned military facility.
The community of 850 residents maintains its own rules, currency called Løn, postal service, kindergarten, and organizes regular art exhibitions and music performances.
Visitors can join guided tours in English and Danish, starting at 15:00 from the main entrance, with a fee of 60 Danish Kroner.
The area operates under a special Danish law from 1989 that transfers supervision from Copenhagen municipality directly to national government administration.
Location: Copenhagen Municipality
Inception: September 1971
Founders: Jacob Ludvigsen
Website: http://christiania.org
Address: Sydområdet 4E, 1440 København
Phone: +4551171790
Website: http://christiania.org
GPS coordinates: 55.67359,12.59971
Latest update: May 28, 2025 12:11
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