The colourful houses of Nyhavn are one of the most iconic spots in Copenhagen. Eat and drink by the canal in the sun or take a boat tour and explore.

Nyhavn (Danish pronunciation: [ˈnyˌhɑwˀn]; New Haven) is a 17th-century waterfront, canal and entertainment district in Copenhagen, Denmark. Stretching from Kongens Nytorv to the Inner Harbour just south of the Royal Playhouse, it is lined by brightly coloured 17th and early 18th century townhouses and bars, cafes and restaurants.

Welcome to Nyhavn. From smørrebrød and brunch to canal tours, hotels and where to park — a friendly, independent guide to making the most of Copenhagen's most photographed harbour.

Nyhavn (“New Harbour”) is a 300-metre canal in central Copenhagen, dug in the 1670s and lined with 17th-century houses. Come to walk the sunny north quay, photograph the boats and catch a canal tour — but eat elsewhere, because the terrace restaurants charge a steep view premium.

The Nyhavn Canal is one of Copenhagen’s most iconic landmarks — a vibrant waterfront lined with colorful 17th-century townhouses, historic wooden ships, and bustling outdoor cafés.

The canal was created to make Denmark more competitive in the trade business and to create a waterway from the sea that led straight to Kings Square – Copenhagen’s new upcoming city center. This sped up cargo transportation and helped fishermen get their catch of the day to the local markets.

After the iconic Little Mermaid, the colorful houses along the Nyhavn Canal stand out as Copenhagen's second most recognizable image. This picturesque setting is popular and celebrated for its historic wooden boats, numerous restaurants, and lively ambiance.

Nyhavn is a man-made canal connecting the harbour with the city centre. According to Denmark’s national encyclopedia (lex.dk), the canal was dug in 1671–1673 from the harbour to Kongens Nytorv.

Copenhagen Boat Tours is your guide to seeing the Danish capital from its canals and harbour — classic guided cruises, quiet electric-boat tours, hygge evening trips and self-drive rentals from Nyhavn and Gammel Strand, with free cancellation.

Nyhavn is an instantly recognizable canal in Copenhagen that is lined with brightly colored townhouses. Sailors, travelers, and Danish citizens have been captivated by Nyhavn since it was first constructed in the 1600s.