St Alban's Church: Copenhagen’s English Neo-Gothic Gem
Denmark’s only Anglican church, St Alban’s enchants with neo-Gothic English charm, serene parkland, royal history, and a unique fusion of cultures in central Copenhagen.
St Alban's Church, nestled beside the moats of Kastellet in Copenhagen, is Denmark's only Anglican church. Built in 1887, it delights visitors with its dramatic flint facade, soaring spire, and tranquil setting surrounded by leafy parkland. The interior’s stained glass, stone arches, and serene ambiance create a unique atmosphere that blends English tradition with Danish charm. An architectural gem, it stands as an enduring symbol of Anglo-Danish friendship and Victorian-era craftsmanship, drawing tourists, worshippers, and history lovers alike.
A brief summary to Øksnehallen
- Halmtorvet 11, Copenhagen, København V, 1700, DK
- +4533298000
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-4 pm
- Thursday 9 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Combine your visit with a stroll through the nearby Kastellet fortress and the iconic Gefion Fountain for a scenic Copenhagen outing.
- Photography is permitted, but be respectful of services or private events that may be taking place inside.
- Public restrooms are available in Churchillparken, directly outside the church grounds.
- Check for choral or organ concerts—these are occasionally held here and feature excellent acoustics.
- The church is super accessible by foot or bicycle from most of central Copenhagen, with plenty of bicycle racks nearby.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From central Helsingør, visitors can board a regional train to Copenhagen Central Station (tickets usually 100–120 DKK, journey about 45 minutes). From there, transfer to local S-tog or Metro lines to reach Østerport Station, a major transit hub near the city’s fortress district. From Østerport, it’s a ~10-minute walk through parkland, with the Kastellet ramparts and the impressive Gefion Fountain acting as clear visual markers leading up to St Alban’s leafy setting beside the fortress.
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Taxi / Private Transfer
A taxi from Helsingør to St Alban’s Church covers around 45 km and typically takes 45–55 minutes, with fares averaging 800–1,100 DKK depending on time of day and traffic. Passengers are dropped near Churchillparken, surrounded by tranquil parkland and distinguished by the silhouette of Kastellet’s windmill and the church’s own slender spire.
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Driving / Parking
For those driving from Helsingør, the approach concludes as you enter central Copenhagen’s historic zone. Parking in the vicinity of Churchillparken and Kastellet is municipal and can be limited during busy hours. Meters typically charge 19–24 DKK per hour, with no major tolls on this final stretch. The area is marked by the fortress moat and a cluster of cyclists and joggers using the nearby park trails.
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