Folketinget building exterior

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Folketinget

Copenhagen


Folketinget is where the 179 members of the Danish parliament debate national legislation. Guided tours also take in Wanderer's Hall, which contains the original copy of the Constitution of the Kingdom of Denmark, enacted in 1849. Outside the summer high season, the guided tours generally take place at 1pm on selected Sundays and public holidays – dates are listed on the website, where you can also book tour tickets.

Transportation

  • bus: 1A, 2A, 9A, 26, 37, 66

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