A guide to exploring Copenhagen responsibly

Discover Copenhagen and find inspiration for exploring the city in a more responsible way. Hit the streets and harbour baths with this guide made in collaboration with Copenhagen Municipality.

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Eating out: When organic is the logical choice, not a luxury

The New Nordic Cuisine put Copenhagen on the culinary world map. It also sparked a revolution with its focus on local, organic ingredients in season. Today, this focus is maybe stronger than ever among restaurants in Copenhagen, and you’ll find many vegan, vegetarian, and organic eating options in all price ranges from noma, and Geranium to Reffen street food market.

In Copenhagen, buying organic produce is not considered a luxury, but merely logical. Organic food make up 24% of the total food sale in Copenhagen, and 88% of the food consumption in the City of Copenhagen’s public institutions is organic.

Gro Spiseri Østerbro Copenhagen København økologisk organic

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Organic restaurants

Great restaurants catering to all tastes and budgets. Common for these places is their strong focus on quality, taste and organic and/or bio dynamic food and wine.

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Restaurants with new approaches to gastronomy

From innovative Michelin-starred restaurants to small local eateries, we've gathered restaurants known for quality ingredients, seasonal menus and new approaches to the dining experience.

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Best vegetarian and vegan restaurants

Looking for vegetarian or vegan food? Try out Copenhagen's restaurants that are either entirely vegetarian and vegan or are guaranteed to offer vegetarian and / or vegan courses next to the meat courses.

Responsible behaviour, transport and accommodation

We want you to enjoy your Copenhagen experience to the fullest. Luckily, responsible choices do not compromise that ambition. Read our 10 easy tips below before exploring the world's best bike city and finally ending your day at one of the eco-certified hotels in Copenhagen. Finding one is easy since the majority of the hotel rooms in the city are eco-certified.

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10 ways to act responsibly

Small actions can help keep Copenhagen clean, welcoming and enjoyable for everyone. Developed in collaboration with the City of Copenhagen.

Hotel Manon Les Suites is part of Guldsmeden; One of Copenhagen's most sustainable chain of hotels.

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Eco-certified hotels in Copenhagen

Looking for a hotel with an official eco-certification? Copenhagen offers a wide range of accommodation options with recognised environmental certifications. Please note that this list is not exhaustive.

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Biking in Copenhagen

One of the best ways to explore Copenhagen is on two wheels. It is the best bike capital in the world after all.

Architecture and urban development

Water, light, green spaces and innovative thinking are key elements in Copenhagen’s urban development. Learn how neighbourhoods, public spaces and cycling infrastructure continue to shape the city.