History Tours
History Tours
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History Tours arranges guided walking tours and events in Copenhagen. Each tour focuses on a particular period. During the walks you will be taken into the life of the city in that period. Historian Christian Holm Donatzky will tell about the look of the city and the people of city. You will hear about the role of the places and buildings in the history of Copenhagen and Scandinavia. The guided walks depart from Højbro Plads every Saturday at 10 am from April to September. Private tours and events can be booked all year round.
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perezmouattma
Community of Madrid, Spain2 contributions
Jun 2020
There are several tours organised for different periods of the Copenhagen history. I had the chace to do two of them and I found them very interesting and amusing. It is very interesting to learn how history has shaped the city and it has change its streets and habits thu the years.
I highly recommend them.
I highly recommend them.
Written 20 September 2020
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Arantxa M
Copenhagen, Denmark10 contributions
Jun 2020 • Solo
There are several tours for different periods of København's history. You can choose the one you like and Christian will explain how was in those times. Good pace, well chosen stops. I definitely recommend take them.
Written 27 June 2020
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Thank you very much for your kind review. I am glad you enjoyed the walking tour. /Christian
Written 21 August 2020
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AlbertBorn
4 contributions
Jun 2020 • Friends
Christian gave us a great tour and explained the history of Copenhagrn from 1000 to 1600. He is definitely up to date when it comes to the most recent archeological findings and he was more than happy to answer various question on the history of Copenhagen and Scandinavia!
The topics of the tours change during the year and we will definitely come back for another time.
If you are interested in solid historical facts told by an expert with a tiny nuance of great Danish humor, this walk is totally worth the money and time!
The topics of the tours change during the year and we will definitely come back for another time.
If you are interested in solid historical facts told by an expert with a tiny nuance of great Danish humor, this walk is totally worth the money and time!
Written 27 June 2020
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Thank you very much for your kind review. I am glad you enjoyed the walking tour. /Christian
Written 21 August 2020
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William_Walker24
Washington DC, DC151 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
I would highly recommend doing this walking tour with Christian. The pace is just right, balancing historical information with a fine walk around the city. Christian was a great guide and our only regret is that we didn't do the tour right when we arrived so that we would have a lot more knowledge about some of the landmarks and locations throughout the city.
Definitely worth your time!
Definitely worth your time!
Written 10 June 2018
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S_Scott13
Arlington, VA4 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
The walk went well beyond pointing out tourist attractions. Christian told colorful stories of Copenhagen's past - activities in the narrow, winding streets, upheaval with the Reformation, trade and worker guilds. Our walk centered on the early days, reaching into the 1600's. In other months, the focus shifts to more recent times. Knowledgeable about current events, Christian is a member of his town council. Even though my wife and I were the only ones there, he proceeded with the walk without hesitation. Being on the ground with a local who loves what he's doing - it's hard to beat.
Written 28 April 2018
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Thank you very much for the fine review.
I am glad you had a good experience.
Best regards Christian
Written 14 May 2018
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WhitelawK
Johnston, IA50 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
My family joined Christian for the "King's Copenhagen" tour which was very worthwhile. We learned a lot about the history of the Country and the City from clearly a very knowledgeable source. While we had walked around the city the day before, it was so much more informative to learn from someone with more of the detail about the history. Christian patiently and pleasantly answered all our questions. Definitely worthwhile and highly recommended.
Written 29 July 2017
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DayTrip667064
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Jul 2017 • Solo
I took Christian's "King's Copenhagen" (1600-1800) tour in July 2017. It was a wonderful tour and a bargain at that. Christian was professional and organized, but also relatable, humorous and extremely knowledgeable. I particularly enjoyed the variety of topics covered during the tour--major events in Copenhagen's history during the period, architectural and cultural development, overview of Danish military engagements (and resulting border changes), a look into the daily life of ordinary Damsih citizens, and of course a chronicle of the exploits, laudable and infamous alike, of Danish royalty, nobility, and significant statesmen and merchants. I would highly recommend the tour for anyone seeking the benefits of a collegial and easy-going tour, but with the added benefit of serious and fascinating commentary.
Written 9 July 2017
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Susan K
Saint Paul, MN205 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
My husband and I took the walking tour in June 2017. We have spent over a month in Copenhagen for work, so know the basics about the city. This tour was a really enjoyable look at Danish history, with lots of detail and good stories. Christian knows his stuff and has that dry sense of Danish humor we enjoy. Heard about wartime wins and losses versus the Swedes, the fires of Copenhagen, and the lives of crazy, spendy kings. Learned a lot, a really fun 1.5 hours. Definitely recommend to those who like to learn about the places they visit!
Written 24 June 2017
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Thank you very much for your kind words! I am glad you enjoyed the tour.
Best regards Christian
Written 26 June 2017
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MartinMillican
Toronto, Canada1 contribution
May 2017 • Solo
I showed up for the 1100-1600 tour in English at 10a on Saturdays. Surprisingly, I was the only one to show up so I was pleased and impressed the tour went ahead. The tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and was able to answer all my questions in detail, including how what was going on in Copenhagen at the time related to events elsewhere in Europe. This tour is well worth the price. I intent to return to Copenhagen and top of my list will be the 1600-1800 tour.
Written 21 June 2017
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Thank you very much for your kind words! I am glad you enjoyed the tour. Best regards Christian
Written 26 June 2017
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Ubique62
Halifax, Canada15 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
A wonderful walking history tour of downtown Copenhagen, exactly one hour in length. Great overview of the local history with an historian. We did the walk in English, one of four people there so it almost felt like a bespoke tour. Well worth the cost - do early in your trip so that you gain an understanding of that you are going to experience in Copenhagen.
Written 19 June 2017
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Thank you very much for your kind words. I am glad you enjoyed the tour so 1,5 hours felt like 1 :-). Best regards Christian
Written 26 June 2017
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Lori A
New York City, NY1 contribution
Where do you meet for this tour?Does public transportation go to the tour?If so what would I take there?What time is this tour offered at
Christian_Donatzky
Copenhagen, Denmark
The meeting place i Højbro Plads at the equestrian statue of Absalon. Busses are going to Christiansborg just next to Højbro Plads. The guided walks take place every Saturday at 10 am in English and at noon in Danish from April to September.