Walks & Trips

June 2025 •6 min read

Pastry, lake paths, and leafy quiet — a linear stroll from Nordhavn to Østerport, for dogs and the people who walk them.

This walk begins just outside Østerbro and takes you gently through it — from crisp, modern edges to old trees and slow-footed cemeteries. It's a linear path, not a loop, so there's no retracing your steps. You simply start, walk, and finish — with plenty of good reasons to pause along the way.

It's not long. But it's full.

Start: Nordhavn Metro

Begin at Nordhavn Metro, a clean-lined marker of the city's new edges. From here, cross into Østerbro and begin the loop.

Juno the Bakery: A very good start

Your first proper stop is Juno — a small, architectural bakery with a global following and very local feel. There are a few outdoor seats, or you can tie your dog to the rail and head inside (staff are used to it, and quick).

Start your walk with a cardamom bun. Bring one more for later, just in case.

Fælledparken: The open green

Head toward Fælledparken, the generous sweep of Østerbro's green space. This is where the neighbourhood exhales: football, strollers, dogs, picnics, and a fenced dog park if you need off-lead time.

Pick up Søstien, the gentle gravel path that loops around the park's lake. It's quiet, shaded in parts, and ideal for dogs who like to wander at their own pace.

Telia Parken: Monument and movement

Just beyond the lake sits Telia Parken, Denmark's national stadium. On match days it hums. Otherwise, it's monumental and still — in a way only stadiums can be.

Be alert here: the road through the park divides the space in two, and there's often a steady flow of cyclists, runners, and pedestrians crossing at all angles. It's a spot for short leads and sharp awareness — especially with a curious dog.

Lunch (choose what fits):

• Gasoline Grill — Excellent burgers, quick service. Eat in the park, with your dog at your feet and ketchup on your fingers.
• Eventyrkiosken — A charming kiosk with a history dating back to 1923. Popular with walkers. Serves coffee, tea, alcoholic drinks, toasts and hotdogs. Seating is outdoors, making it a perfect spot to people watch with your dog resting beside you.
• Pavillonen Beer Garden (summer only) — A seasonal favourite set right in Fælledparken. Open tables, soft noise, and an easy sort of charm. Best enjoyed under trees with something cold in hand.

Sortedams Sø: A quiet reset

From lunch, head down toward Sortedams Sø, the lake that lines the edge of Østerbro. Stay on the east side. It's more reflective here — the water, the mood, the walking pace.

This is where you breathe again. Your dog will feel it.

Holmens Kirkegård: A pause inside time

Walk north along Østerbrogade, then turn onto Øster Farimagsgade. At Hjalmar Brantings Plads, slip into Holmens Kirkegård — a shaded, green cemetery that invites stillness. Leads on, voices low.

You don't rush here. And your dog seems to know that.

Østre Anlæg: The final pause

Step out and into Østre Anlæg, a gently curved park that wraps behind the National Gallery. It's smaller, softer, and full of corners. If you've saved the second pastry from Juno, this is the moment.

Find a bench. Sit. Let the day settle.

End: Østerport Station

A short final stretch brings you to Østerport Station, where the city picks up its pace again. Trains come and go. People move with purpose.

You've done enough. Your dog will know it. And next time, you can do it all again — in reverse.

Walk summary

• Distance: approx. 5.5–6 km
• Duration: 2–2.5 hours with breaks
• Type: Point-to-point (start at Nordhavn, finish at Østerport)
• Dog-friendly stops: Juno (tie-up or sit outside), all lunch options, benches and water in parks
• Vibe: Lightly social, unhurried, self-aware