About
Maersk Tower is a modern building on the Panum campus of the University of Copenhagen, in the Nørrebro district of the Danish capital. The campus is devoted to health and medical research, and the tower houses that work, so it is first of all a place of study rather than a traditional sightseeing stop.
What draws visitors is the architecture. The building's faceted, colorful glass façade makes it a notable example of contemporary Danish design, and it stands out clearly against the older and more modest structures around it. Walking up to it, you can see how the angled panes catch the light and change in tone as you move around the site.
Why visit
- To see a striking piece of contemporary Danish architecture up close
- To combine it with a walk through Nørrebro, one of Copenhagen's most lively and varied neighbourhoods
- To explore a university campus, which makes a quieter contrast to the city centre
Planning your trip
Maersk Tower is best approached as an outdoor visit. It is a working university building, so check the campus and any access arrangements before you go if you hope to enter. Nørrebro itself offers cafés, shops and streets to explore on foot, and the tower makes a good stop within a wider day of looking at Copenhagen's modern architecture.