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CopenPay

CopenPay rewards you for exploring Copenhagen through good actions. Get a unique and local experience – beyond traditional sightseeing. 

CopenPay 2026 Kings Garden
Photo: Daniel Rasmussen

Do good. Get rewarded. Join activities like cleaning the harbour, cycling through the city, or choosing more responsible ways to travel. For each action, you earn rewards and perks such as a coffee, a guided tour, bike rental, or more.

How it works

CopenPay SMK
Photo: VisitCopenhagen

Earning your rewards is as easy as riding a bike. Here’s how to get started in the app:

 

1. Choose an activity: Browse good deeds such as biking around the city, arriving by train, or cleaning up the harbour.


2. Start the activity: Visit the participating partner and swipe right in the mobile experience to begin.


3. Claim your reward: Finish the activity in the mobile experience, show your screen, and enjoy your well-deserved treat.

 

The more activities you complete, the more rewards you can collect!

 

Feel the CopenPay vibe

FAQ

What is the purpose of CopenPay?

The purpose of CopenPay is to inspire and nudge travellers and raise awareness about the choices we make when we travel. We want to reward visitors for making considerate choices when travelling, such as cycling, using public transportation, collecting a bag of litter etc.

When is CopenPay active?

CopenPay launches on June 22, 2026, and runs year-round. Check the CopenPay mobile experience or website to learn where your good deeds can unlock rewards across Copenhagen.

How can I participate in CopenPay?

Participation in CopenPay is easy. You just find an activity via the mobile experience, head to a paricipating partner, and swipe right. When you are done doing your good deed, you hand over your digital screen and enjoy your well-deserved treat. Simple as that! 

Visit the CopenPay mobile experience here

 

What proof of action is accepted to get a reward?

All you need to do is start and end your action in the CopenPay mobile experience. Once you’ve completed your good deed, simply show your screen at the local attraction and enjoy your reward.

What rewards are available?

Examples of rewards include free or discounted museum admission, complimentary or discounted bike rentals, free coffee, discounted lunches, and much more.

You can see all CopenPay rewards here

Why does CopenPay reward travellers arriving by train?

CopenPay rewards travellers who arrive by train because trains in general have significantly lower CO₂ emissions compared to airplanes.

CopenPay also rewards people who arrive in an electric car with discounted parking.

Why does CopenPay reward longer stays (4 days or more)?

We want to encourage travellers to stay longer but travel less. As a bonus, by staying longer, travellers get to know and engage more with our destination.

Who is behind CopenPay?

Wonderful Copenhagen, the official tourism organization in Copenhagen, organizes CopenPay in collaboration with a wide range of local partners, including attractions and the Municipality of Copenhagen. Travellers can find travel related content by Wonderful Copenhagen at www.visitcopenhagen.com and on social media as @visitcopenhagen

Where can I find media resources?


The CopenPay Media Kit includes press releases, photos, videos, and quotes: www.wonderfulcopenhagen.com/press

Are you part of a Copenhagen attraction and keen to join CopenPay?

Join a growing community of Copenhagen attractions that reward their guests for thoughtful, conscious actions. Learn how to become part of CopenPay.

Join the community of people who are each doing something small to create something big together