Knippelsbro
Bridges
Historic and central bridge in Copenhagen’s harbor
Knippelsbro
Historic and central bridge in the harbor
Knippelsbro (Knippels Bridge) is an important and historic bascule bridge connecting Copenhagen City Centre with Christianshavn across the Inner Harbor.
The current bridge was inaugurated in 1937 and is named after the former bridge keeper, Hans Knip. The bridge serves as a traffic link for cars, cyclists, and pedestrians, while also functioning as an architectural feature in the harbour area, offering views of the water, ship traffic, and the city skyline. Knippelsbro is known for its distinctive steel and concrete construction and its two characteristic green towers, and it also serves as a historic reminder of the significance of bridges for the city’s development and connections between its districts. The area around the bridge is popular with both locals and tourists who want to experience Copenhagen’s harbour, enjoy walks along the quays, and take in beautiful water views.
Best View
Best View
The view from Knippelsbro is phenomenal, but if you want to admire the bridge itself, the best vantage points are either from the small pier that serves as a stop for the Harbor Bus on the Christianshavn side, or from the quay at Asiatisk Plads, where Christiansborg Palace can be seen behind the bridge.