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Frederik's Church, Church building in Frederiksstaden, Denmark

The church displays a massive copper green dome spanning 31 meters across, supported by twelve columns and constructed with limestone blocks.

Construction started in 1749 under architect Nicolai Eigtved, remained incomplete for 145 years, and finally opened to the public in 1894.

The grounds contain statues of significant Danish religious figures, including philosopher Soren Kierkegaard, and display intricate Baroque and Rococo designs.

The church opens Monday through Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00, with modified hours on Fridays and Sundays from 12:00 to 17:00.

Visitors can access an elevator that leads to the top of the dome, providing a complete view of Copenhagen from the highest church dome in Scandinavia.

Location: Copenhagen Municipality

Inception: 1749

Architects: Nicolai Eigtved, Ferdinand Meldahl

Official opening: October 30, 1749

Architectural style: baroque architecture, Rococo

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Address: Frederiksgade 4, 1265 København K 1265

Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-17:00; Friday,Sunday 12:00-17:00

Phone: +4533912706

Website: http://marmorkirken.dk

GPS coordinates: 55.68500,12.58944

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:09

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