Copenhagen · Christianshavn & Christiania

Amager Fælled

A 223-hectare urban nature reserve offering wild meadows, wetlands, and coastal areas just south of the city center.

About Amager Fælled

A 223-hectare urban nature reserve offering wild meadows, wetlands, and coastal areas just south of the city center. This former military exercise ground is now a haven for birdwatchers, cyclists, and nature lovers, with over 100 bird species recorded and rare orchids blooming in summer. The flat terrain and dedicated bike paths make it ideal for easy cycling through genuinely wild Copenhagen nature.

Book ahead

Book Tickets

Live availability and skip-the-line options from our booking partners.

Search on Viator →Search on GetYourGuide →

Booking powered by our partners. DAIZ may earn a commission.

The details

Practical bits

WalkingModerate walking

The place

Getting there

Address

Artillerivej 73B, 2300 København, Denmark

Neighborhood

Christianshavn & Christiania →

View on Google Maps →

Good to know

Tips, answered

The best birdwatching is at Utterslev Mose section in early morning during spring and autumn migrations, when rarities regularly appear.

Plan for about 2h 30m.

Amager Fælled is in the Christianshavn & Christiania neighborhood of Copenhagen. The address is Artillerivej 73B, 2300 København, Denmark. The area is well-served by metro.

This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.

Comfortable shoes are recommended. Check the weather forecast and dress in layers, especially in shoulder seasons.

Closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Check the official website for holiday closures and special hours.

Around the corner

Nearby in Christianshavn & Christiania

Explore all →

Landmark

Church of Our Saviour

Church of Our Saviour is a baroque beauty from 1696, but everyone comes for one thing: that spiraling external staircase wrapping around the golden spire. You'll climb 400 steps total, with the final 150 on the narrow outdoor helix that gets your heart racing. The 360-degree views from 90 meters up showcase all of Copenhagen, from the colorful Nyhavn canal to the Øresund Bridge stretching toward Sweden. The climb starts inside through a traditional church interior, then transitions to wooden stairs within the spire before emerging onto the famous golden spiral. The outdoor portion feels precarious but thrilling, with the staircase getting narrower as you ascend. Wind whips around you as Copenhagen spreads below, and the spire's twisted design creates constantly changing perspectives. The final platform barely fits six people, so expect brief waits during busy periods. Most guides don't mention the real challenge: it costs 65 DKK per adult and the outdoor stairs close frequently for weather. High winds, rain, or ice shut down access with little warning, especially October through March. Skip the interior church tour unless you're genuinely interested in baroque architecture. The climb takes most people 20-30 minutes up and 15 minutes down, but your legs will feel it the next day.

1-1.5 hoursExplore

From the blog

View all →

NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE

Copenhagen Neighborhoods to Explore: A District-by-District Guide

From Nyhavn's canal-side beers to Nørrebro's street food markets, here's how Copenhagen's neighborhoods actually differ and which one suits your trip.

8 min readRead

FOOD

Copenhagen Food Collective: The Ultimate Local Food Hall Guide

Skip the tourist traps and eat where Copenhagen locals do. From Reffen's harborfront stalls to Torvehallerne's gourmet offerings, here's your guide to the city's top food halls.

7 min readRead

Ready for Copenhagen?

Let DAIZ plan your Copenhagen days

Tell us how long you've got and what you're into. We'll build a day-by-day plan, with the bookable bits ready to lock in.

Plan my Copenhagen tripFree · no signup to start