Tag: Frederiksberg
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Police are preparing to comb Pusher Street for weeds again
The Copenhagen Police maintains high pressure on the hashish trade within the self-governing municipality in an attempt to eradicate organized gang crime. In addition, gender-neutral changing rooms can be introduced in Frederiksberg's sports facilities, the end of electricity savings causes lampposts to light up again in Copenhagen parks, and a trend in the housing market…
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Looking for love in Copenhagen?
If you are looking for a Danish partner aged 25-29, the odds are good. About half of the Danes within that age group are single. If you're a woman, it's even easier and there's a bit more to choose from, as 56.2% of men are single compared to just 43.7% of women. Part of the…
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Parties accuse government of “theft” as extra pension rises scrapped
Pensions will still increase in 2026, but the figure will be approximately DKK 1,000 less per year. In addition, EU migration is at its highest since 2016, Denmark's new royal couple is visiting Parliament for the first time, and the police are looking for witnesses to a murder in Frederiksberg. The full version of this…
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Carlsberg City District was named one of Europe’s best destinations in 2024
Located on Vesterbro and bordering Frederiksberg and Valby, the Carlsberg Bykvarteret – the birthplace of the famous Carlsberg brewery – has undergone a remarkable transformation in the past few years. Now Condé Nast Traveler has added it to its list of must-sees. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a…
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Copenhagen’s jazzy voice – how the Zimbabwean singer embraced Denmark
Miriam Mandipira remembers the first time she visited Denmark – well, maybe not the exact year, it was 2005 or 2006, but definitely the month. “It was November!” the Zimbabwean multi-genre singer-songwriter grimaces, moves forward in her seat, crosses her arms to caress her shoulders, casts her eyes sideways as she laughingly reminisces. “I was…
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This week in Copenhagen: Freddie returns with the Royal Run!
The Royal RunMay 29; various points of departure, Copenhagen; DKK 185-345; royalrun.dkAs part of an initiative to promote a healthy lifestyle, the Royal Run was first organized by Crown Prince Frederik in 2018 to mark his 50th birthday, and the event has continued ever since. This year’s event will welcome a record number of participants.…
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Copenhagen Marathon to disrupt traffic this Sunday
Avoid visiting the capital by car this Sunday, as large areas will be cordoned off due to the running of the Copenhagen Marathon. Frederiksberg will not be hit as hard as Copenhagen. Its roads will most likely reopen to normal traffic at 1:30 p.m. Cyclists tooCyclists are also advised to check their routes before traveling…
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Summer in Copenhagen: 3 experiences you shouldn’t miss out on
This article contains sponsored content. Copenhagen is undoubtedly one of the most charming cities in Europe, and there is something very special about the city in summer. The whole city is full of life, and you can feel the good atmosphere and the high spirits everywhere, no matter where you go. If you are in…
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Luxurious relaxation like in the old days
The sound of the waves coming in. A cold drink on the terrace or a hot cup of tea by the fireplace. A dinner in the restaurant, where local specialties and good wine are served with elegance after a day of museums, reading, hiking, cycling or swimming in the sea, just a few minutes away.…
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Copenhagen wants to ban fossil vehicles by 2030
Frederiksberg confused Another aspect that will require a thorough review is the Frederiksberg question. As a municipality completely surrounded by Copenhagen, Frederiksberg would be in a difficult situation in 2030 if it did not follow suit and also ban fossil vehicles. “I think that Copenhagen could reach out to us so that we don’t end…
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Balance through life – far away from home
Like a silent filmAt first, Holly Dorger found her hosts rather cold, as did many new arrivals. “In America, it’s a lot easier to talk to each other — like at the grocery store because the price of bananas went up 10 cents,” she said. “But then ‘you come in’, and now some of my…
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Copenhagen is looking at new metro lines
Related to M5 ratingThe plan is part of an ongoing feasibility study to investigate whether the planned M5 Metro line connecting Lynetteholm with Refshaleøen can be expanded to provide greater Metro access across other parts of the city. The town hall mentioned possible destinations as Nordvest/Bispebjerg, Brønshøj-Husum, Valby, Amager, Frederiksberg and Hvidovre. And if external…
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Denmark’s latest #MeToo posterboy, Jon Stephensen, is taking extended leave
The Moderates’ MP Jon Stephensen is on extended leave for the rest of the political season following revelations that he inappropriately sent a message to a 19-year-old woman, his party leader Lars Løkke Rasmussen, the foreign minister. yesterday stated in a video on Facebook. “This gives Jon an opportunity to clean up,” he said. “You…
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Political news in the Digest: #MeToo case causes headaches for the government
The new party Moderates was very successful in the general election in November. Former Prime Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen’s center party won 16 mandates. As part of the government’s 89 mandates, all 16 mandates count towards securing the government’s majority. There are 179 seats in the Danish Parliament, of which four are elected in the…
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Denne uge i København: Hyggeaften, vandring på Sjællands nordkyst og hættetrøjer til målstænger
Vandring Nordkyststien 29. april 08.00-30. april 15.00; DR Byen metrostation, Cph S; gratis adm, meetup.comGå langs Sjællands nordkyst fra Helsingør til Hundested – 70 km i alt over to dage. Mød op kl. 8 og tag toget til Helsingør. Ideelt efter 30-40 km er der et stop på en campingplads eller Hostel lørdag for at…
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Copenhagen this week: Return of Friday Night Skate further proof that winter is finally over!
Friday night ice skatingApril 21, 7:30 p.m.; Next House Copenhagen, Bernsorffsgade 21, Cph K; free to join; fns-cph.dkDon’t be surprised if you see hundreds of roller skaters on the streets of Copenhagen this Friday night! Between 500 and 1,500 skaters are expected to take part in the 20 km long route around the Danish capital.…
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The first homes even less affordable in Denmark despite falling house prices
Housing prices may have fallen 9.7 percent since mid-2022, but it has not become more affordable to buy one, believes Finans Danmark, the financial sector’s interest organization. According to figures for the first quarter of 2023, the average first-time buyer would need to have an annual income of DKK 775,000 to afford the necessary mortgage…
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Red light rats: Danish police fine dozens of cyclists thanks to tips from the public
In some European countries it is the public vs the police. Citizens of countries like the UK and Italy might disapprove of certain driving offenses and anti-social behaviour, but they would never fool/talk down the culprits. Motorists flash their headlights to warn each other of the presence of a hidden speed trap; pub-goers exchange information…
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This week in Copenhagen: Comedy to distract you from the weather
English Comedy NightApril 14, 7:00 & 9:00 p.m.; Knock Knock Comedy Club, Vimmelskaftet 41, Cph K; DKK 135; internationalcomedians.comWho said one night wasn’t enough to host two shows? Enjoy British/Sri Lankan headliner Stella Graham supported by comedians from Ireland and Lebanon, all presented by North Americans Brian Jordan (19:00) and then Joe Eagan (21:00). All…
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Copenhagen’s catacombs illuminated in a glittering color matrix
A pearl of light in FrederiksbergThe illusory exhibition runs from March 26 to November 30, giving the public plenty of time to visit a space that integrates natural light with architecture. “Kimsooja understands the potential of the Cisterns and its inherent beauty, and creates a unique exhibition that gives the individual the opportunity to sense…
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Panda-monium: no love lost between Copenhagen’s leading panda couple
Copenhagen Zoo has decided to use a new strategy to get its panda bears to mate. For the past four years, zoo staff have been trying to get Xing Er and Mao Sun to reproduce. Despite their best efforts, however, no pandas were born at Frederiksberg last season. This has prompted a change in tactics.…
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Garbage piles up in Copenhagen as the strike continues
A solution on the way?The good news is that an end to the mountains of dirt may be on the horizon. The sanitation workers are due to meet this morning to discuss whether they should continue to strike or start negotiations with their employer, Amager Ressourcecenter (ARC). ARC, which is owned and operated by the…
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This week in Copenhagen: Easter is coming…the theme parks are reopening!
Bakken season openingMarch 31, 2:00 p.m.; Dyrehavsbakken 33, Klampenborg; bakken.dkIn its 441st season, the world’s oldest amusement park welcomes parents and children to more entertainment and activities. Get ready to go full speed! Tivoli reopening to EasterMarch 31-24. Sep, Easter time until April 10; 11.00-22.00; Tivoli, Vesterbrogade 3, Cph V; from DKK 155; tivoli.dkTivoli opens…
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Garbage men are on strike in Copenhagen
Piles of trash on the horizon?The trade paper 3F wrote that the waste collectors in question pick up waste all over the city. Specifically the city centre, Christianshavn, Tårnby, Dragør, Amager, Vesterbro, Østerbro, Nørrebro, Nordvest, Valby, Brønshøj, Husum and Frederiksberg. ARC said it has requested the Municipal Association KL for help in resolving the conflict.
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“Paedo” and “porn” accusations ahead of drag queen children’s show courting controversy in Copenhagen
The Danes are extremely liberal – or at least we have always been led to believe that. After all, they were the first to legalize pornography and same-sex civil unions. But there has always been this suspicion that a silent majority rejects dullness. Take the raunchy sex shop windows for example: more people would go…
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Copenhagen closer to Utopia with paint banks
Copenhagen doesn’t have food banks… it has paint banks! That’s right, the welfare state tends to be so good in these parts that they’ve gone from food… to acrylics. ‘Paint It Forward’, a relatively new initiative in Copenhagen, helps to distribute paint, which would otherwise be burnt, to good causes and to those who need…
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March events: Why Tivoli’s opening will supply the missing spring in all our steps
English Comedy Night10 March at 20:00-22:00; Knock Knock Comedy Club, Vimmelskaftet 41, Cph K; internationalcomedians.comLet’s laugh together! Enjoy four comedians from Ireland (headliner Danny Ryan), Sweden, Canada and Poland, presented by British comedian Adrian Mackinder. All the necessary elements are in place for a great night of comedy! Easter in TivoliMarch 31-10. April; 11.00-22.00; Tivoli,…
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Local Round-Up: Gay men benefit from ‘mom groups’ that are just as welcoming to men
Since 1 September last year, Copenhagen Municipality has been experimenting with a new kind of parent group in Copenhagen called ‘Parent Groups’. Many maternity groups are of the opinion that they are mostly welcoming to new mothers who want advice from more experienced parents, but the Parenting Groups emphasize being equally welcoming to men. Copenhagen…