Kjøge Mini-Town
A handcrafted 1:10 scale replica of 1865 Kjøge, built by devoted volunteers—where history comes alive in miniature.
Step into a meticulously crafted 1:10 scale replica of Kjøge as it appeared in 1865, featuring over 700 handmade buildings constructed by dedicated senior citizen volunteers. This unique open-air museum showcases exact architectural details of historic structures still visible in modern Kjøge, complete with period-accurate ships, a 12th-century church model, and charming workshops where visitors can observe craftspeople at work. The scenic grounds offer picnic facilities, a café serving refreshments, and a peaceful setting surrounded by trees and green lawns.
A brief summary to Køge Miniby
- Strandpromenaden 26, Køge, 4600, DK
- +4556636218
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 3 hours
- Budget
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 10 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
- Sunday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Allow at least 1.5 to 2 hours to properly explore the buildings and observe craftspeople in the workshops; the level of detail rewards careful observation.
- Bring a picnic or visit the café early to secure seating, especially on weekends; the covered terrace is ideal for relaxed viewing.
- Visit during May through September for the longest opening hours (10 AM–4 PM daily) and most pleasant weather for exploring the outdoor grounds.
- If you're interested in the craftsmanship, arrive mid-morning when artisans are most actively working in the workshops and available for conversation.
- Take a walking tour of modern Køge afterward to spot the original buildings that inspired the miniatures—it deepens appreciation for the historical accuracy.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Picnic Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Information Boards
Getting There
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Train from Copenhagen Central Station
Regional trains (line A or E) depart Copenhagen Central Station approximately every 15–30 minutes, with journey time of 25–35 minutes to Køge Station. From Køge Station, the mini-town is approximately 1.5 kilometers away; local bus routes or a short taxi ride (approximately 80–120 Danish kroner) complete the journey. Train tickets cost approximately 60–90 Danish kroner per person depending on time of travel.
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Car from Copenhagen
Drive south from Copenhagen via the E20 motorway toward Køge, approximately 40 kilometers (45–60 minutes depending on traffic). The mini-town is located at Strandpromenaden 26, with on-site parking available. No parking fees are charged. This option provides flexibility for families or groups and allows easy access to other attractions in the Køge area.
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Bus from Copenhagen
Long-distance coaches operate between Copenhagen and Køge, with journey times of 45–75 minutes depending on route and stops. Several operators provide this service at fares typically ranging from 50–120 Danish kroner. From Køge bus station, local transport or a short walk/taxi ride reaches the mini-town.
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Cycling from Køge Town Center
Køge is a compact, cycle-friendly town. From the town center, the mini-town is approximately 2–3 kilometers via flat, well-maintained cycling routes. Journey time is approximately 10–15 minutes. This option suits visitors already staying in Køge and offers a pleasant way to experience the local landscape.
Køge Miniby location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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A Living Recreation of 1865 Kjøge
Kjøge Mini-Town presents an extraordinary window into Denmark's maritime past through a meticulously detailed 1:10 scale reconstruction of the town as it existed in 1865. Every building is an exact replica of structures that once stood in Kjøge's historic streets, many of which remain recognizable in the town today. The project, undertaken by enthusiastic senior citizen volunteers, represents decades of dedicated craftsmanship and historical research. Currently comprising over 700 buildings with plans to eventually reach approximately 1,000 structures, the mini-town captures the essence of a thriving 19th-century Danish port community.Handcrafted Architectural Authenticity
What distinguishes Kjøge Mini-Town from typical miniature displays is the extraordinary attention to authentic detail. Every element—from handmade bricks and tiles to individually crafted chimneys, windows, doors, doorsteps, and staircases—is constructed by hand rather than mass-produced. Visitors are invited into the workshops to observe the craftspeople at work, witnessing firsthand the meticulous process that brings each structure to life. This transparency transforms the experience from passive observation into an engaging encounter with living heritage and traditional craftsmanship. The level of detail appeals equally to adults seeking historical accuracy and children who experience the site as an enchanting miniature world.Harbour, Maritime Heritage, and Landmarks
The mini-town's harbour features intricately detailed model ships from the 19th century, reflecting Kjøge's historical significance as a major trading port. A prominent landmark within the reconstruction is a model of the church dating from the 12th century, serving as a focal point that anchors the town's spiritual and architectural heritage. These elements collectively tell the story of Kjøge's importance in Denmark's maritime economy and cultural development during the medieval and early modern periods.Visitor Experience and Amenities
The site is thoughtfully designed for comfort and accessibility. Situated on expansive grounds with numerous trees and manicured green lawns, the mini-town provides multiple picnic areas and a covered terrace for visitors wishing to bring their own refreshments. An on-site café serves coffee, tea, pastries, beer, wine, soft drinks, and ice cream. Restroom facilities, including accessible options for visitors with mobility challenges, are available throughout the grounds. A defibrillator is positioned at the reception area for emergency medical needs. These amenities ensure that visitors of all ages and abilities can spend several hours comfortably exploring the miniature landscape.Seasonal Access and Planning
The mini-town operates seasonally, with extended hours during the warmer months from May through September. Additional opening periods occur during Easter and autumn holidays, making it accessible during popular family travel times. The site welcomes international visitors from across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, reflecting its growing reputation as a distinctive cultural attraction. Larger groups requiring café services should book a minimum of 10 days in advance to ensure proper arrangements.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Comwell Køge Strand
0.2 km
Historic lighthouse and world-class bird observatory at Denmark’s northern tip, with sweeping sea views, immersive exhibitions, and a welcoming café.
Mindesmærke for slagene i Køge Bugt
0.7 km
Harbourfront monument where stone, sea breeze and maritime symbols keep the naval battles of Køge Bugt and their admirals alive on Køge’s working waterfront.
“Slaget i Køge Bugt”
0.7 km
Harbourfront monument on Køge’s quay, quietly marking the dramatic naval battles once fought in the bay where today only fishing boats and leisure craft glide.
Befrielsessten i Køge
0.9 km
A solemn memorial to Denmark's liberation from Nazi occupation, standing in Køge's historic market square.
Køge Torv
1.0 km
Denmark's largest medieval town square, where seven centuries of history unfold on cobblestones.
Køge St.
1.0 km
Experience Skagen’s iconic Det Grå Fyr, an elegant lighthouse offering breathtaking views, unique birdwatching, and local culture at Denmark’s northernmost edge.
VisitKøges selvbetjente turistbureau
1.0 km
An iconic 19th-century lighthouse at Denmark’s northern tip, famed for panoramic views, migrating birds, and immersive maritime and nature exhibits.
Visit
1.2 km
Historic lighthouse and bird observatory at Denmark’s northern tip, with panoramic sea views, interactive nature exhibits, and a vibrant café in wild coastal surroundings.
Vallø Slotskro
5.5 km
Explore Denmark's largest private engine collection and maritime heritage at Maskinrummet in Skagen.
Køge Nord
5.7 km
A soaring timber‑lined footbridge and high‑speed rail hub turning everyday commuting into a slice of contemporary Danish architecture and panoramic landscape.
Roskildekrukkerne
22.1 km
Three colossal ceramic jars rising from a mirrored basin transform Roskilde’s station square into an open-air monument to a thousand years of city history.
Skänk Beer & Wine bar
22.2 km
Experience Aarhus’ celestial heritage at the Ole Rømer Observatory, where history, culture, and astronomy converge for hands-on stargazing and exploration.
Det Kongelige Palæ i Roskilde
22.6 km
Baroque palace where Danish royalty met democracy, now a vibrant hub for art and culture.
Ledreborg Castle
23.0 km
Denmark's most harmonious 18th-century palace, where 250 years of aristocratic life remain beautifully preserved.
Viking Ship Museum
23.4 km
Beautiful sandy beach blending city and sea, with grassy dunes, safe swimming, and a friendly promenade—Marselisborg Strand is Aarhus’ closest seaside escape.
Unmissable attractions to see
Dyreskueplads
0.1 km
A flexible harbourfront field where Køge’s open sky, sea breeze and industrial silhouettes frame everything from quiet dog walks to large outdoor festivals.
Tidsrummet
0.4 km
A compact harbourfront playground in Køge where maritime character, industrial backdrops and inventive landscape design create a free, atmospheric urban pause.
Drikkevandpost - Havnen
0.7 km
Solgårdsparken in Køge is a riverside retreat featuring woodlands, lawns, playgrounds, public art, and event spaces—an ideal escape for families and nature lovers.
Køge Byhistoriske Arkiv
0.9 km
Køge’s documentary memory bank, where quiet shelves of papers, photos and maps reveal centuries of local life to anyone ready to start researching.
Køge syd mole
1.0 km
Wind, waves and wide horizons on Køge’s southern breakwater, where a simple harbour mole becomes a front-row seat to the ever-changing mood of Køge Bay.
Vandkunsten - Stationspladsen
1.0 km
A sculptural fountain anchoring Køge’s station square, where moving water, stone and light turn a busy transport hub into an inviting urban meeting place.
Køge Museum
1.0 km
Time‑travel through Køge’s past inside a 17th‑century merchant’s house where Viking treasures, buried secrets and a tranquil courtyard meet in one intimate museum.
Drikkevandpost - Torvet 14
1.0 km
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.
Brønden på Køge Torv
1.0 km
A German-inspired historic well on Køge’s grand market square, where everyday water, medieval trade and modern town life quietly flow together.
the old house
1.1 km
One of Denmark’s oldest dated half‑timbered houses, this 1527 gem in Køge’s old town now hosts a cosy children’s library and atmospheric vaulted cellar.
Køge Church
1.1 km
Explore Køge Church: a landmark of Danish Gothic architecture with Renaissance treasures, vibrant frescoes, and a pivotal role in the historic heart of Køge.
Mindesten for Træskoslaget
1.1 km
Discover Køge Church—a late medieval architectural gem, celebrated for its stunning murals, ornate interiors, and centuries of local history in the old town center.
KØS Museum of Art in Public Spaces
1.2 km
Denmark’s dedicated museum for art in public spaces, revealing the sketches, models and stories behind monuments, murals and urban artworks in the heart of Køge.
Køge Fælles Jord
1.2 km
A 2.5‑hectare regenerative community garden and tiny‑house lab on Køge’s southern edge, where soil, biodiversity and low‑impact living are explored together.
Strandskov
1.3 km
A wind-shaped coastal forest just south of Køge, where sandy trails, gnarled pines and a wild beach create an easy-going escape to sea air and quiet nature.
Essential places to dine
Restaurant Kulhuset
0.5 km
Harbourfront steakhouse in Køge where you grill your own cuts at custom tables, pairing hearty meat dishes with marina views and a relaxed social vibe.
Pakhuset Braunstein
0.6 km
Waterfront Danish taphouse in Køge’s harbor, pouring Braunstein craft beers alongside casual food in a light‑filled, architect‑designed social space by the quay.
Limone
0.7 km
Harbourfront Italian cooking in Køge, where candlelit tables and marina views meet generous pastas, grilled meats and classic desserts in a warm, relaxed setting.
Bossa Nova
0.7 km
Cozy harborfront restaurant in Køge blending relaxed bossa nova vibes, generous seafood and steaks, candlelit interiors and marina views ideal for slow, lingering meals.
Rib House Køge
0.7 km
Casual harborfront steakhouse in Køge serving hearty ribs, grills and buffets in relaxed, family-friendly surroundings by the waterfront.
Skippers Dreng
0.7 km
Casual harbourfront brasserie and bar in Køge, blending Danish comfort food, steaks and brunch with long, relaxed evenings by the waterfront.
Chiang Mai Thai Cuisine Restaurant & Take Away
0.7 km
Authentic Thai cuisine with generous portions on Køge harbour—casual, friendly, and excellent value.
Jenners Dockside
0.7 km
Harborfront Danish dining in a yellow half-timbered house, combining smørrebrød, smoked seafood and sunny terrace views over Køge’s atmospheric old quay.
Sandwich Cafeen
0.8 km
Hearty, freshly made sandwiches in the heart of Køge’s old town, ideal for a quick, tasty stop between historic streets and harbour strolls.
Siesta Prime Grill
0.8 km
Casual grill house in the centre of Køge serving hearty Mediterranean‑inspired comfort food, ideal for laid‑back lunches, relaxed dinners and social evenings.
Bone's Køge
0.8 km
Family-friendly American BBQ in the heart of Køge, serving generous ribs, burgers and salad bar in a cosy, saloon-inspired setting ideal for relaxed group meals.
Hugo's kælder
0.8 km
Atmospheric beer cellar and jazz bar in historic Køge, known for craft brews, live music, and a sociable garden—where local heritage meets Danish hygge.
Restaurant Il Gallo
0.8 km
Authentic Italian cuisine and fine wines in Køge's charming pedestrian quarter since 1997.
Restaurant Christiansminde
0.8 km
Traditional Danish and Chinese-inspired comfort cooking in a 19th-century building on Brogade, offering generous portions and a relaxed, old-town Køge atmosphere.
Halifax Burgers Køge
0.8 km
Casual, contemporary burger hangout on Køge’s cultural square, serving customisable patties, vegan options and drinks with both indoor cosiness and sunny terraces.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
My Apartment Køge
0.8 km
A cosy, apartment-inspired fashion boutique in central Køge, blending Scandinavian style, curated brands and a relaxed, home-like shopping atmosphere.
Den Blå Dør
0.9 km
A cosy blue-doored boutique in Køge’s old town, blending Scandinavian interiors, fashion and small everyday luxuries in a colourful, carefully curated setting.
Miss O
0.9 km
Contemporary women's fashion in a hidden courtyard boutique at the heart of Køge's historic shopping district.
Zizzi - Køge
0.9 km
Modern Scandinavian plus size fashion in the heart of historic Køge, offering curve-friendly styles, relaxed fitting rooms and personal styling help on Brogade.
Pioneer V/søren Marsner Hansen
0.9 km
Owner-led menswear boutique in Køge’s historic center, offering curated Scandinavian-inspired clothing and a calm, personal shopping experience.
køge butikker brogade
0.9 km
A cosy antiques haven on historic Brogade, where pewter, brass and pre‑1900 treasures from South Zealand fill creaking rooms with stories from another era.
Kings & Queens Køge
0.9 km
Curated contemporary fashion for young adults in central Køge's vibrant shopping district.
VILA
0.9 km
A light-filled Scandinavian fashion boutique in Køge’s old town, blending feminine everyday styles with relaxed, modern Nordic design.
NORMAL Køge, Strædet
0.9 km
A bright, maze-like discount shop in Køge’s Strædet centre, where everyday branded essentials and quirky finds turn a simple errand into a low-cost mini treasure hunt.
JACK & JONES
0.9 km
Straightforward Scandinavian menswear in Køge’s Strædet shopping street, with a strong focus on denim, casual basics and easy everyday style.
Strædet Køge
0.9 km
Open-air shopping street in the heart of Køge, blending modern Scandinavian retail, cafés and everyday services with the charm of a historic Danish market town.
La Belle
1.0 km
Contemporary women's fashion in the heart of Køge's charming old town.
Rokkjær-Køge
1.0 km
A contemporary Scandinavian womenswear boutique on Køge’s historic market square, blending modern style, local brands and a building marked by centuries of town history.
Krybben V/helle Frost
1.0 km
Atmospheric women’s fashion boutique in a historic Køge courtyard, blending Scandinavian style, leather and fur pieces, and curated accessories right on Torvet.
Cosmetics La Boutique
1.0 km
Køge's premier destination for curated fragrances, skincare, and beauty accessories.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
The Old Irish Pub
0.7 km
Køge's benchmark for weekend nightlife with live music, cocktails, and authentic Irish pub atmosphere.
Ibsens Pub & Vinbar
0.7 km
Waterfront wine bar and pub where Nordic hospitality meets harbor views and live entertainment.
Vinbaren Køge
0.8 km
Intimate wine bar in Køge’s old town, serving well-chosen bottles, tapas-style plates and plenty of Danish hygge from relaxed afternoons to late-night last pours.
Den høje stue
1.1 km
Cosy sportspub on Køge’s historic Torvet, pairing classic bar vibes with big-screen matches and relaxed small‑town atmosphere late into the evening.
RICHTERs Ølstue
1.1 km
Characterful beer hall in Køge’s historic centre, pouring quality specialty brews and serving hearty Danish smørrebrød in a warm, wood-accented pub setting.
Café Asti
1.2 km
Intimate wine and tapas bar in Køge's heart, where Italian flavors meet European sophistication.
Bodega Slap A
1.2 km
Køge's electric nightlife hub where quality drinks meet vibrant DJ sets and dancing until dawn.
Ellemarkens Bodega Drøvlen
1.5 km
Unpretentious local bodega and community hangout in Køge’s Ellemarken district, serving inexpensive drinks, sports on TV and a relaxed slice of everyday Danish life.
Grillen
1.6 km
Casual grilled fare in the heart of Køge, open daily for straightforward dining and drinks.
MC 19 Køge
6.4 km
Unpretentious roadside bar on the edge of Lille Skensved, blending motorcycle-club spirit with classic Danish pub hospitality and a relaxed, locals-first atmosphere.
Bykroen
19.8 km
Cozy local bar and live music hangout on Haslev’s main street, offering simple drinks, late-weekend nights and an authentic small-town Danish atmosphere.
Charlie Chaplin
20.9 km
An unfussy neighbourhood bar in Roskilde, Charlie Chaplin pours cold beers and warm conversation in a relaxed local bodega setting far from the city’s tourist crowds.
Vinbaren Muicon
21.0 km
An intimate wine bar in Roskilde’s Musicon district, pairing cozy Nordic warmth with a curated wine list and relaxed, conversation-friendly vibes.
Musicon Mikrobryggeri
21.0 km
Local craft beer, stainless-steel tanks and live music energy in the heart of Roskilde’s creative Musicon district.
Roskilde Bodega
22.0 km
Classic Danish corner bar on Holbækvej with pool, darts, slot machines and a lively local crowd, offering an unpolished, authentic bodega atmosphere from day to late night.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Scenic
- Unique
- Relaxing
- Fun-filled
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Vintage Styles
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Heritage Neighborhoods
- Parks & Gardens
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Panoramas
- Iconic Views
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Instagrammable
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Locally Managed
- Low Impact
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Day Trip
- Myth & Legends
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Wheelchair Access