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Copenhagen Harbor Bike Ride

You cycle a 13 km waterfront circuit from Nyhavn through Christianshavn and Islands Brygge, past the Black Diamond library and Kalvebod Brygge to Sydhavn, crossing the harbour on the Inner Harbour Bridge, the Circle Bridge and the Bicycle Snake.

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bike ride scenery for Copenhagen Harbor near Copenhagen
Photo: Nycredit to harbor copenhagen (14105992139) by Russ, CC BY 2.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0). Via Wikimedia Commons.
Where
Copenhagen, Denmark
Distance
13 km loop

The route

The Harbour Circle (Havneringen).

Start at Nyhavn in the city centre. Rent a bike from a shop such as beCopenhagen or use the Bycyklen city bikes.

Before you go

  • You can shorten the loop at several points by crossing one of the cycle bridges.
  • Bring swimwear: harbour baths on the route include Islands Brygge, Sluseholmen, Fisketorvet and Kalvebod Bølge.
  • The harbour bus stops at several points along the route.
  • Keep right unless overtaking, signal before stopping or turning, and turn left in two stages at junctions.

What to bring

  • Helmet
  • Spare tube, tyre levers and a pump
  • Water and snacks
  • Front and rear lights
  • A layer for descents and stops

Getting ready for it

Time in the saddle matters more than speed.

If you have not ridden for a while, do two or three rides of an hour or two first so your legs and your seat are used to it.

Staying safe

  • Use lights after dark, as Copenhagen's bike rules require.
  • Wear bright clothing and use lights wherever there is traffic.
  • Check your brakes and tyres before you leave.

Route details checked September 30, 2026 against visitcopenhagen.com, visitcopenhagen.com, visitcopenhagen.com and visitcopenhagen.com. Rules and closures change, so check before you go.