Kultorvet Square, Copenhagen
Once a place where Danes used to purchase coal for their ovens and stoves, Kultorvet – or Coal Square – is surrounded by many colorful historic buildings and is often frequented by college and school students. While the buildings' facades look amazing alone, the sidewalk cafes, along with several fruit and flower stalls, are helping to create atmosphere. There also are plenty of restaurants to choose from, many having specific cuisines like Italian or Middle Eastern, but also Danish.
Stop by at the square if you're looking for a bustling yet charming spot in the city and don't forget to click some terrific pictures when you visit. Notice the dark, almost black, stone paving pattern inspired by the 18th-century coal trade, as well as the 15-metre fountain and adjoining stage. The fountain is located on the main walking route through which pedestrians are guided in the direction of the shops and terraces. The square's surface slopes downward toward the center so that the fountain and events organised there can be seen from its edges.
Stop by at the square if you're looking for a bustling yet charming spot in the city and don't forget to click some terrific pictures when you visit. Notice the dark, almost black, stone paving pattern inspired by the 18th-century coal trade, as well as the 15-metre fountain and adjoining stage. The fountain is located on the main walking route through which pedestrians are guided in the direction of the shops and terraces. The square's surface slopes downward toward the center so that the fountain and events organised there can be seen from its edges.
Want to visit this sight? Check out these Self-Guided Walking Tours in Copenhagen. Alternatively, you can download the mobile app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
Kultorvet Square on Map
Sight Name: Kultorvet Square
Sight Location: Copenhagen, Denmark (See walking tours in Copenhagen)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Copenhagen, Denmark (See walking tours in Copenhagen)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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