Bishop Absalon: A Monument to History in Copenhagen

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from Helsingør, head south on Route 19 towards Helsingborg. Continue on Route 19, merge onto the E47 towards Copenhagen. Follow the signs for E20 towards Københavns Centrum. Use exit 20 towards Amagerbrogade and follow the signs to Indre By. Once in the city center, look for parking near Højbro Pl., which is the location of Bishop Absalon. Be aware that parking in the city center may incur a fee, typically around 20-40 DKK per hour.

• Train

  From any location in North Zealand, take a regional train (Ostbanen) to Copenhagen Central Station (København H). Trains run frequently, and the journey from Helsingør to Copenhagen takes about 50 minutes. Once at Copenhagen Central Station, transfer to a bus (line 1A or 2A) or walk approximately 15 minutes to Højbro Pl. The bus ride will take around 10 minutes. Remember to purchase a ticket, which costs about 24 DKK for a single adult journey.

• Bus

  If you prefer to travel by bus, check the local schedules for routes heading towards Copenhagen. You can board a bus from various towns in North Zealand, such as Helsingør or Hillerød. Look for buses that stop at 'Højbro Pl.' in Copenhagen. The trip duration will vary but expect it to take around 1-1.5 hours. Ensure you have a ticket, which typically costs between 30-50 DKK, depending on your starting location.

• Bicycle

  For the more adventurous, consider cycling to Bishop Absalon. North Zealand features scenic bike paths leading to Copenhagen. From Helsingør, follow the coastal route or use designated bike lanes along the E47. The distance is around 45 km and takes approximately 2-3 hours, depending on your pace. Once in Copenhagen, bike parking is available at Højbro Pl. No additional fees apply for parking your bicycle.