Copenhagen

Around Peblinge Sø, along the harbour at Islands Brygge, or through Fælledparken north of the centre: three places to run in Copenhagen, with public starts near the city’s residential districts.

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The Lakes

Nørrebro & the city centre

1.6 km Loop

Islands Brygge harbour

Islands Brygge & central waterfront

3.5 km Out & back

Fælledparken

Østerbro & Nørrebro

3.2 km Loop

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Where to run in Copenhagen

The Lakes · Peblinge Sø

A short lap of Peblinge Sø, one of the central lake basins. Repeat the circuit for more distance without changing your bearings.

Approx. distance1.6 km

Underfoot

Paved and lakeside paths

Start here

At the southeastern end of Dronning Louises Bro, beside Peblinge Sø.

Follow the lake south, cross at its southern end and return along the western shore.

Getting there

Walk from Nørreport towards Dronning Louises Bro.

Before you go

Use the pedestrian paths beside the cycle routes. Bridge approaches can be busy with commuters.

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Islands Brygge harbour

A short out-and-back beside the harbour, with quays and modern waterside buildings. This covers only a section of the wider harbour network.

Approx. distance3.5 km

Underfoot

Paved quays and shared paths

Start here

On the public quay at Islands Brygge.

Follow the public quay southwest, using the mapped connections around the basins, then return.

Getting there

Walk from Islands Brygge metro station towards the harbour.

Before you go

Keep to the public waterfront and make space at bathing areas and bridge entrances.

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Fælledparken

Open lawns and mature trees in a park used for sport as well as everyday walks. The loop covers both its southern and northern paths.

Approx. distance3.2 km

Underfoot

Paved and mixed park paths

Start here

At the southern park paths near Blegdamsvej.

Loop north around the open parkland and return through the southern paths.

Getting there

Approach from Trianglen or the neighbourhood south of the park.

Before you go

Give space around sports pitches and playgrounds. Event fencing may change the most direct path.

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More places to run

The other lake basins

The neighbouring basins let you plan a longer lake outing, with additional road crossings between them.

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Harbour Circle

The full signed harbour circuit is a separate longer option; check its current map before extending this short route.

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Sources & route notes

Researched using the official visitor and park sources below; not checked on foot. Maps and GPX files use the same saved OpenStreetMap pedestrian paths. Distances are approximate. Check local notices for access, gate hours and diversions.

Researched September 10, 2026