Sundstorget: Helsingborg's Vibrant Urban Square
Experience the lively heart of Helsingborg at Sundstorget, a vibrant square near the Northern Harbour.
Sundstorget is a lively square in Helsingborg, Sweden, situated near the Northern Harbour. It serves as a central hub for locals and visitors, offering seating areas, flower beds, and proximity to shops and museums.
A brief summary to Christianshavn
- Copenhagen, Indre By, DK
Local tips
- Visit during the summer months to enjoy outdoor events and markets held in the square.
- Explore the nearby Dunkers Kulturhus for contemporary art exhibitions and cultural performances.
- Take a leisurely stroll to the Northern Harbour to watch ferries and boats navigating the Öresund Strait.
- Enjoy a coffee at one of the surrounding cafes and indulge in traditional Swedish pastries.
- Check local listings for seasonal markets and festivals that often take place in the square.
Getting There
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Walking
From the center of Helsingør, take the ferry across the Öresund Strait to Helsingborg. Upon arrival at the Helsingborg ferry terminal, Sundstorget is a short walk away. Exit the terminal and head towards the city center; the square is located near the Northern Harbour, surrounded by shops and cafes. The walk is approximately 5–10 minutes, offering a pleasant introduction to Helsingborg's urban landscape.
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Public Transport
After taking the ferry from Helsingør to Helsingborg, you can opt for local buses to reach Sundstorget. Buses are available near the ferry terminal and can take you closer to the square if you prefer not to walk. The bus ride is brief, and single tickets typically cost around 25–30 SEK. From the bus stop, Sundstorget is easily accessible within a few minutes on foot.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available at the Helsingborg ferry terminal. A short taxi ride to Sundstorget takes approximately 5 minutes and costs around 100–150 SEK, depending on traffic conditions. This option is convenient if you're carrying luggage or prefer a direct route to the square.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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C.F. Tietgens Hus
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Circle Bridge
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A five-masted circle of light and steel where art, everyday crossings and Copenhagen’s maritime history meet above the waters of Christianshavn Canal.
Holmens Bro
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A modest granite arch in central Copenhagen that quietly connects Slotsholmen’s palaces with the city’s streets, offering classic harbour views and everyday urban life.
Frederik VII
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Bronze monument in central Copenhagen commemorating King Frederik VII and Denmark’s 19th-century transition to constitutional monarchy, steps from political landmarks.
The Danish Parliament
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Where copper spires, royal salons and granite façades frame the working heart of Danish democracy on Copenhagen’s historic Island of Power.
The Stable Boy's House
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A modest former service house on Frederiksholms Kanal, quietly recalling the working lives behind Copenhagen’s royal stables and the grandeur of nearby Christiansborg.
Equestrian statue of Christian IX
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A quiet yet powerful royal monument in Christiansborg’s riding ground, uniting a pivotal Danish king with the groundbreaking sculptor who cast him in bronze.
Nyhavn
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Nyhavnsbroen & Nyhavn
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Copenhagen’s only Russian Orthodox church, famed for its golden onion domes, rich history, and unique architectural style rooted in Danish-Russian royal ties.
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Agnete and the Merman Statue
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Kongens Nytorv
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Historic observatory in Aarhus combining hands-on stargazing, interactive astronomy exhibits, and tranquil parkland with panoramic city views.
Højbro
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A historic iron arch bridging Copenhagen’s lively city centre and stately Slotsholmen, with hidden folklore sculptures stirring beneath its calm canal waters.
Bishop Absalon
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Dynamic equestrian monument to Copenhagen’s warrior-bishop founder, rising over central Højbro Plads with rich maritime symbolism and a direct visual link to Christiansborg.
Unmissable attractions to see
Culture Tower on Knippels Bridge
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Knippelsbro
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Copenhagen’s copper-towered bascule bridge, where four centuries of harbour crossings, functionalist design and everyday city life meet above the Inner Harbour.
Sankt Annæ Gade
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Christianshavns Kanal
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A 17th‑century canal of cobbles, gables and sailboats, Christianshavns Kanal is Copenhagen’s quietly cinematic waterway at the heart of island life.
Church of Our Saviour
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Havnegade Promenaden
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Børsen
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Black Diamond
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Danish Jewish Museum
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Christiania
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Church of Holmen
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Lille Mølle
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A compact windmill on Christianshavn’s ramparts, Lille Mølle blends defensive history, domestic interiors and gentle canal‑side views in one atmospheric museum.
Garden of the Royal Library
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A serene 1920s garden on a former naval harbor, where maritime heritage and artistic beauty create Copenhagen's most peaceful urban retreat.
Essential places to dine
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A cherished French bistro where Parisian charm meets Copenhagen authenticity on the historic streets of Christianshavn.
Kadeau
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Restaurant Kanalen
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Restaurant Lola
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Restaurant Barr
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King Hans Cellar
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Khun Juk
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Restaurant Maven
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Skipperkroen
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Cap Horn
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Kanal-Caféen
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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The Bird and The Churchkey
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
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Module
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