Architecture reflects all sides of life, even more so for Danish architecture, taking social issues and the community into account.

We will even take a personal and sometimes critical standpoint in addressing the bad decisions and consequences – unavoidable side effects of constantly experimenting and testing new paths. We will discuss the hidden point that makes good architecture and city planning create a framework for better urban prosperity.

On this tour, we will open the city to you and reveal the secrets to liveability beyond the obvious. 

Extended 5-hour weekend version including lunch with traditional Danish smørrebrød

On Saturdays, we offer an extended version of our 3-hour Contemporary Copenhagen tour, including a longer route and a traditional Danish lunch with two pieces of smørrebrød at a local restaurant, which has been nominated several times as “best place for smørrebrød in Copenhagen” (latest in January 2025). Beverage and dessert can be purchased additionally.

DKK 900,- / DKK 625,- (age 12-17) 

Including bike + helmet
Including two pieces of smørrebrød + tap water at a restaurant
5 hours
Start and finish in central Copenhagen
Smørrebrød – you choose before the tour starts, and it will be ready for us when we get to the restaurant.

“Phenomenal experience – probably my favorite in CPH / of all time! We got a high level of insight from the supremely clever and knowledgeable Alice and loved the tour. Highly recommend over a walking tour. “

Yvonne, Paris, France

We treasure the personal connection and the opportunity to exchange views and experiences along the way. For that our maximum group size on public tours is 12.

It’s not a fitness session, but all participants should be fairly experienced on a bike and fairly comfortable in traffic. The pace is easy and we make plenty of stops.

The tours are suitable from 12 years up, the route mainly follows bike routes and mostly avoids heavy car traffic.

You may consider our private or custom made tour options in order to get a personalized experience if you wish to influence the pace, group or itinerary.

Private pre-programmed tours can be booked here.

For more information about custom made options click here.

Your guides on the tour are:

Asser Munch

Asser is an architect by trade who turned to the dark side by taking a degree and now working as a construction engineer.

As an architect, he taught at the Aarhus School of Architecture and worked on various smaller building projects.

As an engineer, his line of work is structural engineering and he has a special affinity for timber structures.

You can read more on his blog: copenhagenarchitecture.dk.

Alice Lempel Søndergaard

Alice has worked in various positions in urban planning and strategy and is commenting on and reviewing new architecture.

She has a degree in philosophy and modern culture and she has a profound interest in how our built environment and city planning are influencing everyday life in the city.

Hassan Sørensen

Hassan has lived in Copenhagen and even abroad for many years, giving him the ability to see Copenhagen both from the inside and the outside.

As an Art Director and published history writer, he will provide you with inside about both what to look out for and what makes it extraordinary.

Occasionally, on busy days, we make use of freelance architect guides, who are also professionals from the building and planning industry.

Bikes and equipment

Our Danish Winther high-quality bikes offer a classy, traditional biking experience. We have different sizes, and the seats are adjustable.

Optional helmets are included as well as a bottle of tap water that we bring on the tour.

Can I take my kids?

Yes, kids 12 years+! Cycling is a great family activity and much more kid-friendly than bus and boat tours.

BUT (important!): since we don’t know your kids and their skills on a bike, they will ALWAYS join on the responsibility and supervision of their parents. Helmets are included and recommended for all kids.

Before and after

Please meet us 15 minutes prior to the tour to get you equipped and ready, so we can start on time. In consideration of other tour guests, we cannot wait for latecomers.

We start and finish the tour at the beCopenhagen basecamp, Fortunstræde 1, 1065 Copenhagen.

How to find us.

You can store your luggage here during the tour, and after returning you can rest with a cold soft drink. Feel free to use our WiFi and charge your phone/device.

You can find additional and practical information on our FAQ page.

Ticket type

Adult, Child u/18