Copenhagen is a city known for the perfect mix of innovation and tradition, modernity and the rustic architecture of its buildings, tranquil atmospheres during daytime hours and nightlife at night, all encapsulated in a metropolis that continues to amaze tourists who visit.
Not only that, the international airport that serves the city allows wealthier travelers to charter a private jet to get there, thus taking advantage of numerous services made available to them to cut waiting times in half and give them a rewarding, comfortable and private travel experience.
Among the activities to do in Copenhagen is definitely walking through the narrow streets and alleys of its historic center to discover the art galleries, museums, historic buildings, the King's residence and the Tivoli Gardens that grace the city.
It is essentially an open-air artwork literally vibrant with life in which to immerse yourself and measure yourself against the very latest trends in fashion, design and architecture.
But what are other attractions to visit and what about its historical nods?
We analyze that and more in this guide!
Historical and geographical background on Copenhagen
Copenhagen's geographic location sees it lying on the islands of Selandia and Amager, two islets that house the city's population center and separate its neighborhoods as if they were located on two separate zones. Just outside the city rises the Øresund, a majestic bridge over water that connects the Danish capital to the Swedish city of Malmø within a few miles of travel. For a long time, Copenhagen's history was dominated by the presence of the Vikings; however, its founding was desired at all costs by Bishop Absalon, who intended to protect the city core with a fortress where Christiansborg Palace stands today. Beginning in the 7th century, the Vikings settled a city making it a very important hub in the construction of military vessels, but also as a hub for the exploration of Scandinavia. A few decades later, Copenhagen and Denmark met their first ever monarch, Harold I Gormsson, known to most as Blue Tooth, the architect of the nation's unification in the 10th century. This form of government would last until the present day going through various vicissitudes and historical events characterized by light and shadow; in fact, under the reign of Christian IV around the mid-16th century, the city experienced a period of great prosperity and luster thanks in part to the construction of the monuments that are the most iconic today. However, over time, the Danish capital suffered an incredible amount of Swedish invasions, interspersed with plague epidemics and environmental disasters that compromised the city's structure, not to mention the 1728 fire that devoured Copenhagen, destroying its medieval area. During World War II, Denmark and its capital were occupied by the Nazis: about 8,000 Jews living in the city were deported to concentration camps, but the Danish Resistance cleverly organized the escape of Jews who escaped deportation to Sweden. Over the past few years, Copenhagen has boasted numerous awards attesting to its great livability worldwide: not surprisingly, in 2008 it was awarded the prize of the city with the best quality of life in the world, while in 2013 it was elected European Green Capital, thus attracting a large number of tourists each year.
What to do and see in Copenhagen
The monuments of Copenhagen
Flying on a charter flight to the Danish capital allows wealthy tourists to visit the city's most iconic landmarks such as the Tivoli Gardens, a majestic green area that is also home to the world's oldest amusement park where businessmen on a lunch break can indulge in some relaxation after a busy work morning. Not only that, in the Gardens it is also possible to take a walk to admire the nature that reigns there closely or attend numerous concerts that are organized during the warm season. The city's historic center is also home to the Amalienborg Castle, which can be visited thanks to the many private tours designed to give guests a bit of history, as well as the Det Kongelige Theater in which to watch the world's best-known plays and classical music concerts, not to mention the Statue of the Little Mermaid and the Børsen, the building once home to the Copenhagen Stock Exchange.
Shopping in Copenhagen
Another of the activities that wealthy tourists can do in the Danish capital is undoubtedly high-class shopping thanks to the presence of the Strøget, a boulevard over 1 km long and one of the world's largest pedestrian zones. It is a veritable city thoroughfare overlooked by a large number of luxury and high-fashion boutiques, from well-known brands such as Gucci, Dior, Klein, Armani, and Bulgari, to stores of Scandinavian fashion brands. Exclusive clothing items, as well as jewelry and luxury jewelry, are incredibly varied, allowing exclusive shoppers to add any item to their personal collection while enjoying an embarrassment of riches.
Luxury cruises in Copenhagen
Due to its wonderful geographical location, VIP tourists can charter boats or private yachts to visit the city from a unique and inimitable perspective. The Langelinie harbor, about 2 km from the city center, can accommodate numerous means of maritime transportation such as gulets, yachts, yachts or private speedboats where they can have lunch or dinner on board once they set sail for the open sea. The wonderful breathtaking view that Copenhagen's skyline gives to those who admire it from the sea is definitely a thrill not to be missed if you visit the Danish capital especially in spring or summer.
Copenhagen's luxury hotels
Among the best options for staying in the Danish capital is first to mention the Nimb Hotel, a luxury boutique hotel part of Tivoli Gardens that offers highly sophisticated design, modern suites and an almost futuristic atmosphere. Mention should also be made of the Radisson Collection Royal Hotel, a shining example of mid-century design located in the heart of the city that offers a more rustic yet still fully equipped environment. A real treat is Kokkedal Castle, a castle-hotel that offers a unique and luxurious experience with spa facilities, golf courses and an open-air gourmet restaurant in a picturesque setting.
Climate and best time to visit Copenhagen
Copenhagen enjoys a temperate maritime climate with very mild summers and rather harsh winters. The spring period, for its part, is dominated by gradually rising temperatures, with highs reaching up to 15°C in May and with mostly sunny days although the frequency of precipitation remains fairly regular. However, the pleasant weather is perfect for enjoying the city's parks and iconic attractions. It gets hotter in the summer, a segment of the year characterized by temperatures that rarely go above 30°C during the hottest days; there are still rains, but their frequency and intensity are significantly less than at other times of the year. The fall season sees a rather sharp drop in temperatures as temperatures can hit 8°C as early as October onward; tree foliage begins to fall, coloring the city a classic seasonal brown and giving it a rather melancholy atmosphere. The Danish winter is very harsh: temperatures are very often close to zero or, at most, a few degrees higher, although snowy days are quite rare because of the proximity of the sea, which shields them rather well. However, during this period the city is colored with Christmas lights, Christmas markets and various festive decorations that only create a cozy and picturesque atmosphere on the city. The best time to charter a private jet to Copenhagen is definitely late spring or summer, months dominated by pleasant weather and long days ideal for sightseeing.
How and why to fly private to Copenhagen
Copenhagen Kastrup International Airport, which opened in 1925 as the world's very first private airport, was renovated several times over the years with the construction of Terminal 2 and brand new cargo loading and unloading areas, as well as a capacious parking lot to accommodate the increasing number of airline flights operated. Today, there are more than 250,000 movements a year, with about 30 million passengers passing through on an annual basis, numbers that have made the Danish hub the largest airport in Scandinavia. Parallel to the 2 terminals present, there is also one dedicated to general aviation where jets can land and take off smoothly; passengers can take advantage of several Lounge areas where stores, refreshment stands, work areas with conference rooms, a WiFi connection, PC stations where they can stop to surf the Internet, and private hangar and maintenance services. As many as 3 runways present allow jets of any class or size to depart or land safely at any time; what's more, available to charter passengers there are multiple transfer services covering the distance of about 8 km to reach the city center including cabs, luxury cars with drivers and even a private limousine service that gives even shorter travel times.
How much does it cost to fly private to Copenhagen
Playing the role of Scandinavia's main hub, Copenhagen is connected with many European capitals such as London, which is about 1 hour and 45 minutes away by flight; this distance can be covered by chartering a Light Jet, Medium Jet or Large Jet at the respective prices of about €10,000, €18,000 and €26,000. The flight duration is extended to 3 hours if departing from Barcelona: again, it is possible to charter the 3 categories of jets mentioned above at respective costs of about €15,000, €27,000 and €33,000. About 1 hour and 10 minutes' flight from Copenhagen is also Berlin from which to depart with a Light Jet at about €6,000, with a Medium Jet at €14,000, and with a Large Jet at about €18,000.
The best jet for flying to Copenhagen
The Cessna Citation XLS is definitely a light jet equipped with every comfort starting first of all with the 7 seats contained in its cabin, as well as a cruising speed touching 750 km/h and a range of over 3500 km. The presence of reclining leather seats gives great comfort to passengers throughout the flight. The Hawker 850XP is an equally reliable Medium Jet: seating increases to 8, the speed it reaches touches 850 km/h, and the range allows the aircraft to travel more than 4,000 km on a single tank. Incredible parameters are evident in the Embraer Lineage 1000, Large Jet that can accommodate up to 16 passengers in the cabin; not only that, the aircraft can fly at over 850 km/h traveling about 6000 km without ever making refueling stops. The huge cabin present and the spacious luggage compartment allow travelers to enjoy excellent comfort and get comfortable to enjoy breathtaking views from the plane's windows!
The most frequent flights to and from Copenhagen
Below of the most frequent links to Copenhagen:
