It's finally April - the most Instagram-friendly month of the year as the enchanting cherry trees burst into bloom, transforming the streets of Copenhagen into one big pink spring setting.

In this edition of Copenhagen Unfolded, I - Andrea, assistant at VisitCopenhagen - take you on a picturesque journey past the city's best cherry tree spots. The pink crowns are found in a surprising number of places, so we've put together a route that will take you around different parts of the city. I also have a few culinary suggestions for places I think you should definitely visit during the trip.

Is there a better combination than spring sun on your face and a good glass of wine? Hardly. So come on, let's chase cherry clouds and sakura sun! This is on the programme:

• Pink spring magic from Nordvest to Kastellet
• Nørrebro meets Portugal at Búzio Taberna
• Sakura, sun, wine and petanque at Langelinie
• April's favourites 

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Cherry trees, especially the Japanese sakura trees, are one of the most beloved and recognisable symbols of spring around the world. And in Copenhagen, they have become popular aesthetic landmarks for both locals and tourists during the two weeks they bloom in April. To me, they are a beautiful symbol of the transience of life and nature - and then they also just create the most perfect spring feeling.

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Our route starts in Nordvest at Bispebjerg Cemetery, which is probably the city's most popular place to find the pink spring magic. 43 hectares of extremely well-maintained green space that, in addition to its primary purpose as a burial ground, attracts thousands of visitors to see the magnificent Grundtvig Kirke, and during April of course the cherry trees (and here, many of them) in full bloom.  

From here you can pick as you please from the many stops on our route. There are cherry trees in Nørrebro, Frederiksberg, Vesterbro, Indre By and in the area around Kastellet and Langelinie, so there are neighbourhoods for every taste. Read along or take a look at the map to hear our suggestions.

When you make a sakura stop in Nørrebro, either at Superkilen or Assistens Cemetery, and the urge for a bite to eat, a beer or a glass of wine might arise, then I think you should stop by Refnæsgade. Here you'll find Búzio Taberna, a beer and wine bar inspired by Portugal's relaxed, warm and sociable way of life.

Just as the blossoming cherry trees encourage you to savour the moment, the same principle applies to Búzio. It's a meeting point for connoisseurs who appreciate quality, cosiness and beautiful decor. The beers are served in smaller glasses so that they are always fresh. The wine is Portuguese, of course, and the light meals are inspired by Southern European cuisine.

Portugal and Copenhagen blend in a cool way at Búzio by combining different atmospheres and traditions. The place actually used to be an old launderette from when Nørrebro was a classic working-class neighbourhood - a refreshing contrast to the Portuguese spirit that now makes its mark on the bar through local art and authentic decor - and of course, Portuguese flavours. 

I love the area around Kastellet and Langelinie. It's scenic, beautiful and filled with architecture, statues and monuments that tell an important history of Denmark. In Langelinieparken, right next to Copenhagen Harbour, you'll find cherry trees galore in April - so many that the annual Sakura Festival is held here to celebrate Japanese culture as the trees blossom.

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Luckily, there's a lot more to do at Langelinie. Langelinieskuret, which stretches 350 metres along the quay, is the perfect place to end your trip. Keep an eye out for events and special events on their website, where you can also read more about the art workshops, shops, restaurants and bars you can find.

At Skurets Vinsalg you can get enter your spring era with a glass of wine with a sea view. Sun and white wine are closely related in my opinion, and with Langelinie's beautiful surroundings, spring can only be properly welcomed here. And if you (unlike me) are good at petanque, you can use the courts on the roof terrace and rent petanque balls if you don't already carry them around in your handbag. 

I also associate April with something that holds a special place in my heart... flea markets! And now we can finally go to the outdoor ones again. Copenhagen is known for its flea culture and has markets for every taste, whether you're looking for a new set of plates, second-hand books, designer clothes or something else entirely. Almost my entire wardrobe comes from flea markets over the last many years. We've made this list of the best flea markets in Copenhagen. See you there!

I hope you're ready to embrace spring as much as I am. At least I've given you my suggestion for a spring trip that satisfies both the eye and the palate.

But remember, these are just my recommendations. At the editorial office, we're just as interested in hearing yours, so please let us know if there's anything you feel thatr we've missed.

We’ll be back in a month with much more on all the best of Copenhagen. 

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, Christina Daubjerg Newman, Andrea Lundgaard and Emil Kristensen. 

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