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COPENHAGEN. Tsar Alexander III helped finance the cost of this Russian Orthodox Church, which was commissioned by Danish Princess Dagmar. Designed by Russian architect David Ivanovich Grimm, it was built by Albert Nielsen and completed in 1883. Open only for services or by appointment, the church is distinguished by three onion-shaped domes. Inside, a marble stairway leads to the top floor. From there, you get a great view of both the iconostasis (which separates the sanctuary from the rest of the church) and the ceiling's Byzantine and Russian paintings.
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COPENHAGEN. Built between 1755 and 1759, this Rococo church once served German Lutheran congregations. Now, its three-story galleries and the crypt's 46 burial chapels draw visitors from around the world. Designed by Danish architect Nikolai Eigtved, it was referred to as the "lottery church" when King Frederik V conducted a public lottery to pay for the cost of repairing it. The tower dates to 1769, and the church was re-consecrated as a Danish parish sanctuary in 1901. BUS: 2, 8, 9, 19, 37, 350S
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Holmens Kirke
Holmens Kanal, Copenhagen, Denmark 1060 · 33-13-61-78
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COPENHAGEN. As pristine today as it was during the 15th century, Holmens Kirke has managed to avoid the ravages of both war and fire. It was named the Royal Navy's church in 1619, and its nave (built in 1562) was used as an anchor forge. The Dutch Renaissance church was enlarged with two additional wings in 1641, and its Baroque altar boasts a pulpit carved by Abel Schrøder the Younger. The church is still used by the royal family for affairs of state. BUS: 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 10, 28, 31, 37, 550S, 650S
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Marmorkirken
Frederiksgade 4, close to Amalienborg Palace, Copenhagen, Denmark 1265 · 33-15-01-44
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ØSTERPORT. Designed as part of the Amalienborg complex, the Marble Church makes a strong presence on the skyline, thanks to its magnificent dome. Commissioned by Frederik V, who hoped to build the church solely with Norwegian marble, Marmorkirken was finally completed in 1894 using Danish limestone instead. Moreover, its intended Rococo style ended up being neo-Baroque. The church's signature feature, a Roman Baroque cupola, measures more than 150 feet high and 108 feet around, which makes it one of Europe's largest. BUS: 1, 6, 9, 29, 650S
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ROSKILDE. The burial site of Danish royalty, this Romanesque cathedral dates to 1170. Built on the foundations of an earlier church, it features slim, copper towers and a three-nave basilica. The cathedral's royal door (located between its two west end towers) is opened only for funerals of kings and queens. Visitors must enter through a door on the south side. BUS: 123, 210, 216, 600S, 605
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COPENHAGEN. Commissioned in 1774 by Austrian Empress Maria Theresia, this Catholic church was not completed until some 70 years later. The neo-Romanesque church boasts a beautiful, colorful apse and an interesting history. For example, the Danish government denied Catholics the right to toll bells for mass until 1849. As a result, a bell tower was not added until 1943. The onsite museum documents the history of the Catholic Church in Denmark, which dates back to 1654.
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COPENHAGEN. Located in the Latin Quarter, this church is reminiscent of Italian structures. Originally built in 1450, it's been through numerous reconstructions due to fires and war. Its burial chapels shelter the remains of members of Copenhagen's finest families. Each ornate chapel displays the neo-classical designs of Johannes Wiedevelt.
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COPENHAGEN. This Gothic-style Anglican church was built from 1885 to 1887 by English architect A.W. Blomfield and sits in the middle of a park. The site was donated by King Christian IX after his daughter married the Prince of Wales, who later became King Edward VII. St. Alban's Church is still an active parish and offers weekly Anglican Episcopalian services in English. BUS: 1, 6, 9, 19 or 29
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COPENHAGEN. This church, a Copenhagen landmark, dates back to 1696. From the top of its green and gold spiral tower (accessible after climbing 400 stairs), visitors can take in a breathtakingly spectacular view of the city. Inside the church, an exquisitely carved pipe organ and an ornate, Baroque altar distinguish the sacred structure. BUS: 2, 8, 9, 28, 31, 37, 350S
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COPENHAGEN. Sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen's modeling of Christ and the twelve apostles is the focal point of this beautiful church's interior. Dating to 1191, the neo-classical Church of Our Lady boasts a triangular gable, vaulted ceilings, and lofty columns. The Lutheran church is still active, and services are held daily. Located across the street from Copenhagen University. BUS: 5
Interested in places that bear a significant connection to spirituality? Look over our list of Religious Sites, some of which also have historical import. Among the offerings are places of worship and sites that commemorate religious events or people.
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