Winter in Europe means shorter days and longer nights—it’s not as comfortable as summer, but the severe cold brings snowscapes you won’t see in Hong Kong. Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark in Northern Europe, is blanketed in white during winter, resembling the houses on Christmas cards. Like many European cities, Copenhagen boasts numerous beautiful buildings such as palaces and churches, the most famous of which is, of course, the Little Mermaid statue.
Frederiksborg Slot (Frederiksborg Castle)
Frederiksborg Castle is the most stunning Renaissance-style building still standing in the northern region. Built in 1625, it has over 60 halls. Known as the "Versailles of Denmark," the castle is undoubtedly magnificent, with lavishly decorated interiors.
On the way from the castle to the bus stop, you’ll pass the lake that surrounds it. In winter, there are no birdsongs or floral scents—just numerous wild ducks on the frozen lake surface.
Nyhavn (New Harbour Canal Walking Area)
Nyhavn is an iconic Copenhagen attraction, with its canal banks lined with colorful 17th-century buildings that look particularly striking in winter.
Round Tower
Climbing the Round Tower offers a panoramic view of Copenhagen—the scenery from above is spectacular.
The city’s rooftops, including those of residential buildings and churches, are covered in snow, creating a strong winter atmosphere..jpg "Copenhagen, Frederiksborg, Frederiksborg, Frederiksborg Castle")
The Little Mermaid Statue
Copenhagen’s most famous attraction is the Little Mermaid statue. The statue is locatedKastellet(The Citadel)within Kastellet. There is no direct public transport to the base of the Little Mermaid; you need to walk through the citadel to reach the statue by the sea. The area is very quiet with very few visitors, creating a somewhat solemn atmosphere.
The sea around the Little Mermaid statue is covered with floating ice—it’s really cold.
Amalienborg(Amalienborg Palace, Changing of the Guard)
Amalienborg is the Danish royal family’s winter residence, consisting of four classical palaces. Here, you can watch the Danish royal guard’s changing of the guard ceremony, complete with drums and imposing marching.
Rosenborg (Rosenborg Castle)
Rosenborg is the Danish royal family’s summer retreat, built in the Renaissance style. It now serves as a museum, showcasing the history of the Danish monarchy and exhibitions of royal art collections.
Transportation in Copenhagen isn’t very convenient. Although many attractions are close to each other, public transport options often require transfers and aren’t near metro stations—even taking the bus involves some walking. Visiting in winter makes it a bit more challenging due to the cold weather. For more info on the Nordic Four Countries’ ice and snow aurora trips, see: Nordic Aurora & Ice Travel Itineraries.
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