Christiansholm, Former naval islet in Copenhagen Harbor, Denmark
Christiansholm is an artificial island in Copenhagen Harbor surrounded on all sides by water, with buildings and structures spanning multiple periods. The site features warehouses, workshops, and industrial facilities that reflect the city's maritime and industrial heritage.
The island was founded in 1696 by Captain Motzmann for shipyard operations and later served as a naval hospital, naval arsenal, and storage facility. Each phase of its use left marks visible in the buildings and structures that remain today.
The island retains its identity as a working harbor and industrial site, where creative businesses and cultural spaces now operate. You can still spot remnants of its maritime past while new uses breathe fresh energy into the setting.
The island is part of the harbor district and reachable on foot or by bicycle, though public access is limited to certain areas. Plan your visit around the accessible zones, as much of the site remains private or under development.
The site once housed a gunpowder factory before transitioning to coal storage, revealing how the harbor's functions shifted over time. These industrial phases continue to shape the appearance and character of the place today.
Location: Copenhagen Municipality
Elevation above the sea: 3 m
GPS coordinates: 55.67920,12.59850
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43
Copenhagen brings together centuries of history with recent construction in a walkable city by the water. Nyhavn lines the harbor with narrow houses painted in strong colors, where wooden ships dock beside outdoor cafes. The Little Mermaid sits on a rock at the edge of the sound, a bronze figure that has drawn visitors since the early 20th century. Christiansborg Palace rises near the old city center, while Amalienborg forms a royal residence around an octagonal plaza. The Opera House stands across the harbor with a flat, cantilevered roof, and The Black Diamond adds a modern glass facade to the Royal Library. Further out, The Blue Planet aquarium curves along the coast in Ørestad, and the VM Houses show angular residential design in the same district. Parks and gardens spread across the city, offering green space and different moods. The Botanical Garden collects plants from around the world under glass domes and in open beds. Superkilen Park stretches through the Nørrebro neighborhood with colored surfaces and objects gathered from many countries. King's Garden surrounds Rosenborg Castle with tree-lined paths and lawns where people sit in warm weather. Assistens Cemetery lies quiet among the streets, used both as a burial ground and a place to walk. Tivoli Gardens mixes rides, stages, and flower beds in the center of the city. Strøget runs as a long pedestrian street through the old town. Freetown Christiania remains a self-governed neighborhood with painted buildings and its own rules. Dragør preserves old fishing cottages and cobblestones just outside the capital.
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