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Play detective in 19th-century Copenhagen with a self-guided murder mystery around Amalienborg and Nyhavn. Follow clues through Frederiksstaden, learn local history, and finish at the palace in about 1.5–2 hours.
Play detective in 19th-century Copenhagen with a self-guided murder mystery around Amalienborg and Nyhavn. Follow clues through Frederiksstaden, learn local history, and finish at the palace in about 1.5–2 hours.
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Operated by Solve A Mystery · Copenhagen, Capital Region
A cold Copenhagen morning presses the canal glass smooth and the cobbles still hold last night’s rain as you break open an envelope at the foot of Amalienborg Palace. The paper inside contains witness statements, crude maps and a list of suspects—your ticket into a 19th-century street investigation that sends you across Frederiksstaden and toward Nyhavn.
easy.
1.5–2 hours.
Light walking ability; routes are on paved city streets with minimal elevation.
The self-guided mystery is designed to take about 90–120 minutes, depending on how much time you spend reading exhibits and stopping at viewpoints.
Pick-up is at the designated location noted in your booking confirmation—collect the envelope containing the clues in person before you begin.
Yes—routes use paved city streets and the provider lists wheelchair and stroller accessibility, though cobbles in parts of Nyhavn may be uneven.
Clue materials are provided in Danish and English according to the listing, so check your booking to confirm language preference.
Frederiksstaden and Amalienborg date to the 18th century, commissioned under King Frederick V as a planned district to display royal power and elegant townhouses.
Respect historic facades and public spaces—avoid touching delicate carvings or placing markers, and carry out any litter to help preserve the district for visitors and residents.
Solve A Mystery operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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