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The autumn is getting closer and closer. The first leaves are starting to fall and the trees are turning golden. Copenhagen is beautiful in this season and there is plenty to experience.

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So let's get out there and take in the season, all the cultural events, the dining experiences and everything else this beautiful city has to offer. 

You don’t have to be airborne to experience Copenhagen from above. Also, you don’t have to be on the ground to experience what Copenhagen has to offer. The city has multiple rooftops that are being used for various attractions. While Copenhagen might not be known for big skyscrapers, there are multiple tall buildings that have expanded their space and created everything from rooftop bars to outdoor free gyms, that come with a breathtaking view.

The latest addition is ROOF on top of the new NH Collection Copenhagen Hotel, which is open to everyone. Here, you can enjoy a cocktail and catch up while you look over the city centre. There are heating lamps and large parasols, so regardless of season, you can visit and be comfortable. If you want to get your sweat on, Konditaget Lüders offers a free-of-charge workout facility, with views over Nordhavn. You can do everything from running to jumping on trampolines to TRX and much more.

If you fancy a more calm and green space, ØsterGRO is Denmark's first roofgarden and contains an urban agriculture farm, with vegetables, fruit, chickens, bees, rabbits and much more. You can visit and get a guided tour, or you can have a meal at their restaurant Gro Spiseri, where almost everything you eat has been produced at the roof garden. You can read more about different rooftops in Copenhagen here.

Every year in October, many spots in Copenhagen open their doors to the public and offer insight into a more hidden historical, cultural, and culinary world. Culture Night has since 1993 become an iconic event, where Copenhageners and visitors dig deeper and get to experience Copenhagen. This year it will take place on October 13th.

The previous years have had several hundred events around the city, and have included going backstage at the Opera House, visiting the Danish Parliament and the ruins underneath it, a silent disco in the Zoo Gardens, becoming a scientist for a night at the University of Copenhagen, and much more.

Photo: Maria Sattrup

There is no booking system, and regardless of which event(s) you want to attend, you just show up. The only thing you need is a Culture Pass, which can be bought for 110 DKK in all 7-Elevens in the Capital region. Aside from giving you access to the different events; it also allows you to travel on public transportation. If you want to bring your kids, children under the age of 12, get in for free. You can see the program here and find your favorite events! There might be a few events where you have to book a timeslot beforehand, so be sure to check it out.

What does Pink Floyd, GWAR, Neil Young and Radiohead have in common? They have all had movies made about them, and they are all being shown at the Music Film Festival in Copenhagen, which takes place between 15-24 September at Cinemateket. There will be 30 different movies to choose from during the 10-day period.

Photo: Musikfilm Festival

During the 10 days, there will be multiple events, such as talks with some of the movie directors, live bands, DJs and much more. It all takes place in the beautiful Cinematek building in inner Copenhagen, where the bar will be serving drinks. If you want a meal before or after a screening, restaurant SULT is also located in the building, serving comfort food from all around the world. You can buy tickets for the movies here.

Regardless of your taste in music, there will undoubtedly be something for you as they offer a wide range of different bands, decades and genres. We are aware that the Music Film Festival is already running while you're reading this, but we simply had to include it in the newsletter, as you don't want to miss out!

In Denmark we celebrate "Potato week" in the middle of October. The original purpose of the holiday was for children to help with the potato harvest, but for many, this holiday is now synonymous with Dining Week.

Dining Week is a unique opportunity to explore new Danish restaurants and get introduced to new flavors and experiences. The festival takes place from October 13 to October 22, and it is already possible to buy tickets here. But don't wait too long; it sells out quickly! There are many exciting restaurants on the list, and if your favorite restaurant is already sold out, this is a great opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and try something new. Who knows? Maybe you'll find your new favorite restaurant?

Foto: PR - Dining Week

Dining Week started as a simple concept of bringing together a wide range of restaurants in Copenhagen, all offering a 3-course menu at a fixed price regardless of restaurant and time. The concept became so popular that it has now spread across the country and takes place twice a year - week 7 and week 42. The principle is still the same, although many restaurants now also offer multiple servings for a slightly more costly ticket.

One of the restaurants involved in Dining Week is Contonto. In Spain, it's very popular that when you get off work, you sit in a bar, have a couple of snacks, a glass of wine or beer, and debrief the day. In Ryesgade 25 in Nørrebro, you can experience a bit of the Spanish atmosphere when you visit the Basque inspired restaurant.

In genuine Spanish spirit, the bar serves pintxos, a traditional and popular tapas serving. Pintxos usually consist of thin slices of bread spread with the delicious and tasty toppings. You can also savor Spanish tortillas, and many other delicious small dishes that are best enjoyed with your fingers.

Foto: Lukas Bukoven

You should definitely come by sometime and experience for yourself what it is all about: Copenhagen in the autumn.  

As usual, we only have space for a few things to point out but fear not. At visitcopenhagen.com you'll find everything you need to know, including a comprehensive Autumn Guide.

We’ll be back next month with more local insides to great experiences, hidden gems and tasty encounters.

Copenhagen Unfolded is published by VisitCopenhagen. Our goal is to tell the world about Copenhagen and the great experiences that are to be had here. This issue of Copenhagen Unfolded is put together by Kasper Syhler, Julie Horn and Christina Daubjerg Newman.

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