Canals, harbours & waterfronts
Nyhavn
Copenhagen, Denmark
Nyhavn in Copenhagen was dug out by Swedish prisoners of war in the 1670s and now stands as a lively canal area with rainbow-colored 17th-century townhouses. Hans Christian Andersen wrote several fairy tales in these waterside homes, adding to its storytelling charm.
Good to know
- Crowds
- Very busy, go early
- Best time
- Evening
- Best months
- May–Sep
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