A new day and the final new port of our Baltic Sea cruise – Copenhagen, Denmark.
This day gave us the most beautiful weather day since our pre-cruise days in Amsterdam – and we awakened to this view from our room of Trekroner Søfort (Three Crowns Sea Fortress) that guarded Copenhagen’s harbor for 200 years.
.
Our special treat was spending the day with a delightful young man from our church, who happens to be on an experience of a lifetime. He graduated from college last spring and received a funded, personal-growth journey in Europe for one year. Oddly enough, our one day in Copenhagen coincided with his 3 days. Thanks Aaron for the company!
Because we had a good experience with the free walking tour organization in Amsterdam, we decided to try it in Copenhagen. Unfortunately, the meeting place was quite the hike from the ship’s dock, but we like to walk, so we saw extra sights.
.
Copenhagen provided quite the variety of steeples and spires
.
Frederik’s Church (Marble Church) from the square at Amalienborg Palace
.
Christiansborg Palace is now home to the Danish Parliament
.
Nyhavn (New Harbor) is a trendy rejuvenated, sailor’s district with a WW II memorial anchor
.
The most photographed person in Copenhagen is the Little Mermaid
.
… but look who found the nearby Big Mermaid
.
Here are few more tours for you of this beautiful city. Take your pick of any or all – like this 3+ minute guided tour
.
.. or this 2-minute slideshow
.
… or a 2-minute tour from the water to a beautiful waltz
.
We took this cruise to celebrate our 35th Anniversary (actually April). Our 15-day trip is just a blip in our life journey, and I’ve had a wonderful and loving travel partner. Meanwhile, the Celebrity Constellation and its wonderful crew returned us where we boarded – Amsterdam. So others can enjoy our trip, all the posts are linked, so start here.
A Frank Angle 
We loved Copenhagen. We visited a park with gorgeous statues but I can’t remember the name of it. That’s usually my problem when I travel–I never remember the names of things. 🙂
LikeLike
Carrie,
I’m glad that this trip was able to rekindle memories of your similar trip. We didn’t see what you were describing. I know Tivoli Gardens is an amusement park, but don’t know if they have statues too. Oh well … thanks for sharing!
LikeLike
Did you maybe mean the Botanical Gardens? They have them all around the park, absolutely beautiful…
LikeLike
I realized I made a mistake–the park I was thinking of was in Oslo. And after looking it up, I found it was called the Vigeland Sculpture Park. My bad. 🙂
But thanks for the heads up on Copenhagen’s Botanical Gardens. If I ever get there again, I’ll have to check it out.
LikeLike
As with Carrie, thanks for the future recommendation!
LikeLike
Loved the black spiral steeple with the railing!
Fantastic images and narration Frank.Thanks so much for bringing us along!
LikeLike
Guapo,
It’s a beauty. We had already walked a lot at that point, and had a long walk back to the ship – so we didn’t go climb the steps. … but our young friend did. He said the outer steps got narrower closer to the top – and then just ended. He took a 360 video, and then showed us when he got back down. Well, I was unsuccessful at uploading another imagine of this for you. 😦 … but I tried. Thanks for commenting and traveling along.
LikeLike
Copenhagen has always conjured up thoughts of old world and history in my mind… lovely photos showing me what I expected to see… Thanks Frank this has been a wonderful trip with you…
LikeLike
Bulldog,
I imagine the cities here are not as old as the Europe in the Mediterranean region, but compared to me in the US, it’s still old! All of these stops were beautiful and still reflect (in their own way) the Old World – probably one of the reasons we enjoy it! Thanks for travelling along and sharing your thoughts.
LikeLike
I loved to travel through your beautiful photographs… They are all so beautiful. Thank you dear Frank, have a nice day, love, nia
LikeLike
Nia,
Just some of the sights on our trip … and this has been a fun series to put together. Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for commenting.
LikeLike
Wonderful tour, Frank! Thank you!!!
🙂
LikeLike
Marina,
Glad you enjoyed it … but I’ve got the feeling we want to return to the Mediterranean! Thanks for commenting.
LikeLike
…oh, well, every place has it’s own beauty / unique quality!
🙂
LikeLike
Well said!
LikeLike
I loved Copenhagen. We almost went on the exact same trip this summer.
LikeLike
TBM,
Cheers that you have been to Copenhagen too … some of the great northern cities done! Unfortunately, no more posts about this trip. Thanks for stopping by.
LikeLike
Great city Frank
LikeLike
GFB,
That it is … By the way, our walking tour guide was a beer-loving ginger! Thanks for commenting.
LikeLike
I love Copenhagen, Frank – it is a great city for walking and biking. I was privileged to stay there for a few days many years ago while on a music tour. At high summer, the streets are filled with people at night and it was not unusual to have dinner at midnight. A clean beautiful city with great food and gracious people. Thanks for sharing – I need to catch up on my reading and follow the rest of your travel posts 🙂
LikeLike
Lynn,
One of the downsides of cruising is that travelers don’t get multiple days in a port (most of the time) – thus don’t really get to experience life there … so many thanks for your endorsement because it sounds like so much fun. Thanks for sharing.
LikeLike
What a wonderful final stop, with great weather. What a wonderful way to celebrate your anniversary.
LikeLike
Val,
Sunny and comfortable 70s if I recall … and a wonderful last stop. Thanks for visiting.
LikeLike
Gosh, what I wouldn’t do to take a cruise like that! Love the waltz almost as much as the images in the last video. Happy Thursday, my friend. Stay warm up there in Cinci. today.
Hugs,
Kathy
LikeLike
Kathy,
Put a Baltic cruise on your to-do list! … and glad you watched one of the videos. As you mentioned, the combination of sights and music adds to the journey.
Working inside today, but hope to be outside tomorrow when it should be warmer. Hope all is well in Lexington … and thanks for commenting.
LikeLike
I have been following your Baltic cruise and noticed that several of the stops were somewhat overcast but Copenhagen was sunny and warm. Just the opposite of a cruise I took years ago. St. Petersburg, Talinn, Helsinki were sunny but, when we got to Copenhagen, it starrted to drizzle (though it cleared up just as we were leaving). Thanks for providing some sunny reminders of Copenhagen.
LikeLike
Mudge,
Absolutely correct … most of our days were cloudy, most rainy in Stockholm, and occasional in Warnemunde … and Copenhagen weather was delightful, so glad I was spark some memories for you. Thanks for visiting.
LikeLike
Nice end to a great trip. You certainly packed a lot in to the 15 days.
LikeLike
Fasab,
Well said … we weren’t bored, and looked forward to the no-stop days to serve to rejuvenate. Thanks for commenting.
LikeLike
Sigh!
I gotta plan my trip there.
LikeLike
Doggy,
Given your location, it’s easier for you to get there than I … get it the Baltic region on your future itinerary. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by.
LikeLike
Such wonderful scenery – I just love that older architecture! And I see your reputation as a “lady’s man” remains intact, finding that lovely mermaid. 😉 😀
Thanks for sharing your trip. What a voyage!
LikeLike
John E,
The architecture in both Copenhagen and Stockholm were interesting. Wish I knew more about it other than I like it! LOL … glad you enjoyed the Big Mermaid. Thanks for going along our trip and for commenting.
LikeLike
I think I need to do a Baltic Sea cruise myself. I’ve got to start working on my husband about it.
LikeLike
Christine,
Absolutely. To help you convince your husband, the posts on this tour are linked to each other (usually at the end). We started in Amsterdam, so show his the posts … and watch the videos. Cruising is a way to get a taste of some cities in a short time … but you don’t get the depth. Thanks for visiting.
LikeLike
What a beautiful city. I’m sure I’ve seen images of that little mermaid before. The city seems to have so much history and I love all the old buildings; just beautiful. I’m glad you had a wonderful two weeks celebrating such a great milestone xx
LikeLike
Spiced,
A beautiful region … and a wonderful place to vacation … and I recommend cruising to give a small taste of many places. Hope you make it someday, and thanks for commenting.
LikeLike
I enjoyed your grand tour as I’ve never been to Copenhagen. What a beautiful city!
Glad that you included a photo of yourself – its nice to know what you look like.
LikeLike
Rosie,
I know you like to travel, so I recommend adding this region to your possible visits. Meanwhile, I do sneak something in now and then. 😉 Thanks for stopping by.
LikeLike
well don’t be shy about sneaking in…
LikeLike
Well … maybe in 6 months? 😉
LikeLike
that statue looks like allison kosick. well, in my eyes.
LikeLike
Too tall!
LikeLike
well, she’s up on a rock.
LikeLike
Still too tall.
LikeLike
the cliché would be “but worth the climb.” but i don’t like clichés, so i won’t say it.
LikeLike
Very good …. cheers.
LikeLike
cheers? how’d you know i was drinking?
LikeLike
Calendar and clock.
LikeLike
i only drink on either even or odd days.
LikeLike
Your cruise sounds like it was a wonderful experience and a great way to celebrate your anniversary. Love your last photo…a perfect way to end the post.
LikeLike
Karen,
It was a wonderful trip and I highly recommend it! Thanks for pointing out that last photo because that was my intent. As I said in the post, the posts about each port are linked. Thanks for commenting.
LikeLike
Pingback: Friday Foolishness – Brand New Day Edition | Guapola
MOre beautiful images. Copenhagen has always held some intrigue for me.
LikeLike
Mobius,
You’ve enjoyed this journey … which also means put a Baltic cruise on your vacation list! Thanks for traveling along.
LikeLike
Great photos again, Frank. The architecture is wonderful. I assume you put in that video with the flight from South Africa, just for me. 🙂 I enjoyed them all, and your sky photo is so beautiful. Have a great weekend.
LikeLike
Paradise,
As I was looking for videos, I did think of you when I found that one! Meanwhile, you can sure tell what a beautiful day it was! Glad you enjoyed these and thanks for visiting … and watching a video!
LikeLike
Oh, I forgot to say, “That certainly is one BIG mermaid. ” 🙂
LikeLike
It was quite the find! 😉
LikeLike
Hmm, I *think* I know which photo you’re referring to. Is that you posing with her? Lookin’ good, sir! She has quite a nice rack. I’m impressed. 😉
I’ve always wanted to visit Denmark, more than the other Scandinavian countries. I don’t know why, I think it started when I had a massive crush on a Danish T.A. when I was in college. But I’ve always heard that Copenhagen is one of the most beautiful cities in Scandinavia. That church steeple with the gold spire (the photo above the one of Fredrik’s Church) is gorgeous. Thanks for the tours, they’ll have to hold me over until I get there myself!
LikeLike
Weebs,
LOL … see … I remembered something from your posts!
The steeple with the gold you are mentioning is Church of Our Savior … gorgeous. We didn’t go to the top, but our friend did … quite the climb for quite the view. Thanks for stopping by. …. and yes, yours truly.
LikeLike
This is an amazing post. With all honesty, that video is the most fantastic portrayal of Copenhagen I’ve seen. I’m glad you enjoyed your time here!!
LikeLike
Lyla,
Welcome first-time commenter. Although short, our time in Copenhagen was outstanding! Which video (of the 3) were you referring to? … then others will know which to watch! Thanks for visiting and taking the time to comment.
LikeLike
Although I enjoyed all three, it was the guided tour (3 mins) that really captured me. I wish I was even close to that brilliant with a video camera, but I’ll have to stick to my photos.
Would you mind if I linked to this post in one of my next ones on Copenhagen? I would be honored, it really is quite captivating!
LikeLike
I honored that you asked and consider this post worthy. Absolutely!
LikeLike