Drinking Water Fountain – Torvet 14, Køge
A small but essential drinking water fountain on Køge’s historic Torvet, offering free, clean tap water and a brief pause amid cobblestones and town life.
Set on Køge’s historic market square, the small drinking water fountain at Torvet 14 is a simple but welcome pause point in the heart of town. Surrounded by colourful townhouses, cobblestones and café terraces, it offers free, clean tap water to refill your bottle between sightseeing stops. More practical than monumental, it still plugs you into everyday Danish life, where public access to drinking water is part of the urban fabric.
A brief summary to Drikkevandpost - Torvet 14
- Torvet 14, Køge, 4600, DK
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.25 to 0.5 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
Local tips
- Bring a reusable bottle so you can take full advantage of the free tap water and cut down on plastic waste during your day in Køge.
- Use the fountain as a brief pause point to look around Torvet and photograph the colourful historic facades framing the square.
- In colder months, refill quickly and then warm up at one of the nearby cafés overlooking the square.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
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- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Getting There
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Train and short walk from Copenhagen
From Copenhagen Central Station, take a regional train towards Køge; the journey typically takes 35–45 minutes and departs several times per hour, with standard adult tickets usually costing around 80–110 DKK one way in standard class. From Køge Station, walk through the town centre to Torvet, which takes about 10–15 minutes on mostly level, paved streets suitable for most mobility levels.
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Local bus from Køge Station area
Several local bus routes connect residential areas with central Køge, stopping within a short walk of Torvet; travel time from neighbourhoods around town is often 5–15 minutes, depending on distance and traffic. Single tickets within the local zones generally cost about 20–35 DKK when bought via ticket machines or travel apps, and buses run more frequently on weekdays than late evenings or weekends.
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Car or taxi within Køge region
Arriving by car from nearby towns in the region usually takes 15–40 minutes depending on distance and traffic, with paid and time-limited parking areas available within walking distance of the historic centre; always check local signage for current rules and fees. A short taxi ride from residential districts around Køge to Torvet commonly takes 5–15 minutes and can cost in the range of 80–200 DKK depending on distance and time of day.
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A Practical Pause in the Heart of the Square
The drinking water fountain at Torvet 14 sits right on Køge’s central square, framed by gabled houses and the bustle of everyday life. It is not a grand monument, but a compact, functional fixture designed for one clear purpose: to let you refill your bottle with fresh tap water while you explore the town. In a country proud of its clean groundwater and well-managed utilities, this unobtrusive post is part of a wider network of public taps spread across Køge. Because it stands in the middle of the historic centre, the fountain becomes a natural stop between the bakery, the church and the market stalls that sometimes fill the square. You are never far from a bench, a café terrace or a shady façade where you can pause for a moment, sip some water and watch local life go by.Everyday Design, Danish Functionality
Visually, the fountain is plain and utilitarian: a sturdy post or fixture with a clear spout, designed to be intuitive and hard-wearing rather than decorative. There is no elaborate sculpture here, just simple lines and materials that can withstand changing seasons and frequent use. You might spot a small sign or symbol indicating that the water is safe to drink, echoing similar installations dotted around the town. Its modest appearance fits well with the understated practicality typical of Danish public design. The height and angle of the spout are set so adults can refill bottles easily, while many users can still lean down for a direct drink. In summer, a quick splash on your hands or face offers welcome relief before you head back into the sunlit square.Water, Sustainability and Urban Comfort
This small fountain plays a quiet role in Køge’s environmental ambitions. By encouraging refills instead of disposable bottles, it helps reduce plastic waste and underlines the quality of local tap water. Locals, commuters, cyclists and visitors alike make use of these posts, creating a subtle rhythm of people stopping briefly, then moving on refreshed. The location on the square means you can combine a water stop with a short rest under open sky. The space around the fountain is paved and level, making it straightforward to approach for most visitors. It is open-air and exposed to the weather, so a quick refill in rain or winter chill feels different to a leisurely pause on a warm, bright afternoon.Experiencing Torvet Through Small Details
Spending a few minutes here also invites you to notice the wider setting of Torvet. Look up from the fountain and you see the facades that tell Køge’s story through their timber, brickwork and rooflines. Depending on the time of day, you might hear the murmur of conversation from nearby cafés, the ring of bicycle bells or the distant chime of church bells marking the hour. In the morning, office workers and shop staff may stop briefly for a drink on their way to work. By midday, the square can feel livelier, with shoppers and families passing by. Later in the day, the light softens on the cobblestones, making the simple act of refilling your bottle feel like part of the town’s unhurried rhythm.Planning Your Stop at the Fountain
Most visitors only spend a few minutes at the drinking water post itself, but it anchors a longer wander around the historic centre. It is easy to build into a short stroll, a photowalk around the square or a longer day of exploring museums, churches and harbourfront paths. Because it is free to use, you can return several times over the course of a day without a second thought. If the weather is cool or wet, you may simply refill and move on; in mild or warm conditions, you are likely to linger, maybe taking photos of the square while you stand nearby. As daylight changes, the character of Torvet shifts too, and this anonymous little fountain becomes a reliable constant: a small, practical convenience that quietly enhances your time in Køge.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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