Coolcation in Copenhagen

The coastal areas surrounding Copenhagen are home to a variety of beaches, each with its own unique character. At Amager Beach Park, there is plenty of space for activities such as beach and water sports, while Bellevue Beach to the north offers scenic surroundings combined with classic Danish design by architect Arne Jacobsen. Across all beaches, visitors can enjoy both relaxation and a refreshing dip on warm summer days.

Located just north of Copenhagen, Bellevue Beach is a classic Danish summer destination. With surroundings like Bellevue Strandbad, designed by renowned architect Arne Jacobsen, the beach offers a stylish, modernist setting. The large sandy beach also offers lots of space for both beach volleyball and water sports, and a few hundred meters inland is the nature park Dyrehaven. A short stroll from Bellevue Beach, you will find the petrol station in Skovshoved, also designed by Arne Jacobsen.

Press photos: Bellevue Beach. 

Charlottenlund Sea Bath is a bathing house, open to the public during the summer months. The sea bath includes a communal bathing zone, but is considered iconic among locals due to its gender-specific bathing areas, where it is common for visitors to sunbathe and swim without swimwear.  The requirement to purchase an admission ticket ensures that the sea bath remains a tranquil oasis.

A sophisticated beach experience close to the elegant Hellerup district, featuring stylish restaurants and a tranquil setting perfect for a relaxed summer day. The beach is part of Hellerup Beach, where you can also experience the calm of the perennial garden or the rose garden, or visit the lively environment at Hellerup Marina.

A hidden gem within the city, Svanemølle Beach is ideal for those looking to combine a city break with a quick seaside dip. With shallow waters and a wooden pier, as well as a sandy beach it’s a favorite among locals for sunbathing and leisurely swims. This area is also used for open water swimming by local athletes.

Press photos: Svanemølle Beach. 

Amager Beach Park is Copenhagen’s largest beach and is easily reachable by metro. The park offers a wide range of activities – from beach sports and water activities to cycling along the scenic waterfront promenade. A calm, sheltered lagoon makes it especially safe for children and ideal for kayaking, paddleboarding, or taking long open-water swims.

Press photos: Amager Beach Park.

Known as "The Snail" due to its unique architectural design, this award-winning Kastrup Sea Bath offers panoramic views over the Øresund Strait and a tranquil atmosphere for a refreshing dip.

Press photos: Kastrup Sea Bath.

Just a short trip from Copenhagen, Mormorstranden & Dragør Søbad offer a peaceful seaside retreat with views over the Øresund Strait. The beach is within walking distance to Dragør, which is a charming old town where you can stroll through the cute cobblestoned streets of colorful houses and enjoy the local atmosphere at one of the restaurants or cafés.

Press photos: Dragør Søbad and Dragør.