St. Anne's Church, Amager
Elegant red-brick Catholic church on Amager, blending early 20th-century Art Nouveau architecture with a calm, light-filled interior and living parish life.
St. Anne’s Church is a striking Catholic landmark in Copenhagen’s Amager district, known for its rich red-brick Art Nouveau architecture and serene, light-filled interior. Consecrated in the early 20th century and designed by architect Emil Jørgensen, it serves as the main Catholic church on Amager. Inside, soft daylight, carved details and devotional artwork create a contemplative atmosphere, offering a peaceful counterpoint to the city’s busy streets just outside.
A brief summary to St. Anne's Church
- Dronning Elisabeths Allé 3, Copenhagen, Amager Vest, 2300, DK
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Free
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
Local tips
- Check current mass and opening times in advance, as weekday access outside services can vary and parts of the church may be closed for parish activities.
- Dress modestly and keep voices low, especially if you visit during mass; treat the space as an active place of worship rather than a museum.
- Plan to spend a few quiet minutes seated in a pew to appreciate the changing light, stained glass and acoustics instead of only viewing the church from the entrance.
- Combine your visit with a gentle walk through the surrounding Amager streets and nearby parks to experience the church in its everyday neighbourhood context.
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Getting There
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Metro and short walk
From central Copenhagen, take the M1 or M2 metro line to Amagerbro Station; trains usually run every few minutes and the ride takes around 5–7 minutes from Kongens Nytorv. A standard two-zone ticket typically costs around 20–25 DKK. From Amagerbro, expect roughly a 10–15 minute walk on generally flat, paved sidewalks, suitable for most visitors, though not ideal for those who cannot manage a moderate urban stroll.
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City bus
Several city bus routes serve the Amager area from central Copenhagen and the inner districts, with typical travel times of 15–25 minutes depending on traffic and starting point. Single bus tickets for the necessary zones are usually in the 20–30 DKK range, and buses run frequently during the day but less often late at night and on weekends. Most buses are low-floor and accessible, though you should allow extra time at peak hours when vehicles can be crowded.
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Bicycle
Cycling from the inner city to St. Anne’s Church takes roughly 15–20 minutes, following Copenhagen’s extensive network of dedicated bike lanes most of the way. The route is largely flat and well signed, making it suitable even for less experienced cyclists. Public bike-share and rental options are widely available in the centre, with typical costs starting around 30–60 DKK per hour, and you will need to secure your bicycle yourself as there is usually only informal street parking by the church.
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Taxi or ride-hail
A taxi from central Copenhagen to the church area typically takes 10–20 minutes, depending on traffic, and the fare is usually in the range of 120–200 DKK. This is the most convenient option for travellers with limited mobility or heavy luggage, as vehicles can drop you close to the entrance. Be aware that traffic can slow considerably during rush hours, which may increase both travel time and cost.
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Discover more about St. Anne's Church
A red-brick landmark on Dronning Elisabeths Allé
St. Anne’s Church rises above the residential streets of Amager with a tall, square tower, steep roofs and deep red brickwork that immediately set it apart from its surroundings. Built in the early 1900s as the Catholic parish church for this growing part of Copenhagen, it anchors a modest forecourt and small green spaces that soften its solid silhouette. The façade combines vertical emphasis with rounded details and decorative brick patterns that reward a closer look. From a distance, the tower’s tiled spire and narrow belfry openings lead the eye up into the sky, while the lower walls feel almost fortress-like. Yet there is nothing austere about the entrance. Arched portals, stone surrounds and subtle ornamentation signal the more intimate space that awaits inside. This careful balance between mass and detail is part of what makes the church so visually compelling.Art Nouveau spirit and Emil Jørgensen’s design
St. Anne’s Church is one of Copenhagen’s notable examples of early 20th-century Art Nouveau–inspired church design. Architect Emil Jørgensen, known for his sensitive handling of brick and inventive decorative touches, created a building that feels both rooted in tradition and quietly experimental. The exterior’s flowing lines, gentle curves and stylised motifs nod to the organic forms typical of the era. Step through the doors and the style becomes more apparent. Slender columns, soft arches and restrained ornament guide your gaze along the nave towards the chancel. Decorative details never overwhelm the architecture; instead, they appear in carved capitals, railings and discrete reliefs that catch the light at different times of day. The building’s proportions, sightlines and surfaces are all calibrated to support prayer and reflection rather than spectacle.A living Catholic parish on Amager
The church’s story begins in the late 19th century, when Copenhagen’s Catholic community on Amager needed a permanent spiritual home. What started as simple mission facilities grew into a full parish complex, with the present church consecrated in the early 1910s and dedicated to Saint Anne, mother of the Virgin Mary. Over time, it has become a focal point for Catholic life on the island, serving a diverse congregation with roots in Denmark and far beyond. Today, mass schedules often include services in multiple languages, reflecting the international character of modern Copenhagen. Beyond regular worship, the parish hosts catechism classes, choirs, community gatherings and seasonal celebrations tied to the liturgical calendar. Even when no services are underway, you sense that this is a building shaped by daily use rather than preserved as a static monument.Interior calm, stained glass and devotional art
Inside, the church feels surprisingly bright and airy. Rows of wooden pews are aligned on a stone or tiled floor that reinforces the building’s cool, quiet atmosphere. The high, gently vaulted ceiling and pale wall surfaces allow daylight to wash down from clerestory windows, softening the red of the brick and the darker tones of the furnishings. The stained-glass windows provide much of the colour. Many depict scenes from the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary, along with symbolic motifs connected to Saint Anne and the wider Catholic tradition. Altars and statues tucked into side chapels offer additional points of focus for private devotion, from candles flickering at Marian shrines to more contemporary religious artworks introduced over the past century.Experiencing the church as a visitor
Visitors typically experience St. Anne’s on two levels: as a work of architecture and as a functioning sacred space. You might begin by circling the exterior, noting the buttresses, rooflines and tower from different angles, before stepping inside to sit quietly in a pew and let the ambience sink in. The acoustics are warm and resonant; even simple organ practice can fill the nave with sound. Respectful clothing and discreet behaviour are expected, especially during mass. Photography is usually welcomed outside service times but is best kept low-key. There is no formal museum display, so discovering the church is a matter of looking closely: reading inscriptions, tracing patterns in the brickwork, and noticing how light gradually shifts from morning to afternoon. For many, the greatest pleasure here is simply finding a pocket of stillness in an otherwise energetic city.Amager context and nearby quiet corners
St. Anne’s stands in a mainly residential corner of Amager, surrounded by apartment blocks, local shops and small parks. This everyday setting heightens the sense of contrast when you cross the threshold from the street into the nave. The church’s modest scale means it fits comfortably into the neighbourhood, acting as a wayfinding point and visual anchor without dominating the skyline. Combined with nearby green spaces and the island’s mix of canals, bike routes and modern developments, a visit here can be easily woven into a broader exploration of Amager. Whether you stay only long enough to light a candle or linger for a full service, St. Anne’s offers a quiet, human-scale counterpoint to Copenhagen’s larger and more formal historic churches.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Location Audience
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