Larsens Plads, Waterfront esplanade in Copenhagen, Denmark
Larsens Plads is a waterfront promenade stretching along Copenhagen's harbor from the Nyhavn canal to the Nordre Toldbod area. The space includes walking paths, green areas, and public sculptures positioned along the water's edge.
The site began as a timber storage area starting in 1719, became a shipyard in 1802 under Lars Larsen, and later grew into a major port for transatlantic trade. This industrial role shaped the location for over two hundred years.
The waterfront takes its name from the shipbuilder Lars Larsen, whose yard once shaped this location. Today visitors notice public sculptures and artwork that reference the site's connection to the sea and craftsmanship.
The esplanade sits near Amalienborg Palace and is easily accessible from multiple directions. Several restaurants line the waterfront, and there is plenty of space for walking and sitting by the water.
From 1879 to 1935, this location served as a departure point for Scandinavian emigrants traveling by ship to America. This period as an emigrant terminal made it a place of great hopes and farewells.
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