Overview

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Søndermarken Park is a large green space in Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, originally established in the late 17th century and later opened to the public. It features a naturalistic landscape with wide lawns, tall trees, and gently sloping terrain that gives it a calm and spacious feel compared to more formal gardens.

The park is popular for everyday outdoor activities such as walking, running, relaxing, and informal sports, and it is closely connected to neighboring Frederiksberg Gardens and the Carlsberg area. Its layout encourages both leisurely strolls and longer routes through greenery, making it a favorite spot for nearby residents.

Søndermarken also contains notable cultural and historical elements, including memorials and underground cisterns once used for Copenhagen’s water supply, which now host art exhibitions. Open year-round and free to access, it functions as both a recreational park and a cultural site within the city.

Time:

Fees: None

Recommended Ages:

	0-3
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	12-19
	20-49
	50-69
	70+

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Links: https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/sondermarken-gdk987556

Location

Closest City or Region: Copenhagen, Denmark

Coordinates: 55.669954, 12.524666

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August 5, 2025 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Tara Dye, Savannah Dye, Madilyn Dye, Cooper Dye,

Story

Tuesday, August 5 - I worked an extra-long day since I was taking Wednesday through Friday off. The kids finished watching Percy Jackson. After lunch, they went to Frederiksborg Castle and the surrounding gardens and parks. They walked to the cistern but didn’t go inside because Madi didn’t want to. They had fun at a hedge maze and at the Frederiksborg playground.

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