Royal Danish Library

The Royal Danish Library combines a historic red brick building with a modern glass structure that rises above Copenhagen harbor. The newer extension provides reading rooms and exhibition spaces, while the original structure holds extensive collections.

Founded as a royal project in the 1600s, it established the foundation for one of Europe's major libraries. Its expansion and relocation to Slotsholmen in the 1900s transformed it into a modern hub of culture and knowledge.

The library preserves important Danish manuscripts and collections that reflect the nation's literary heritage. Visitors can see historical documents that connect closely to Danish culture and identity.

The reading rooms and exhibition areas are accessible six days a week and offer various resources for different visitor interests. The spaces are clearly marked, making it easy for visitors to navigate based on what they want to explore.

The library preserves a complete digital copy of the Danish internet from the early 2000s onward, making it a one-of-a-kind source for the nation's digital history. This digital archiving shows how technology has changed the role of traditional libraries.

Location: Copenhagen Municipality

Inception: 1648

Address: Søren Kierkegaards Plads 1, 1221 København K

Phone: +(+45)33474747

Website: https://kb.dk

GPS coordinates: 55.67383,12.58221

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02