A half-timbered market town on Køge Bay with a harbour, art museum and long beach, 40 minutes by S-train.
Køge is a well-preserved market town on Køge Bay about 40 km south-west of Copenhagen, reached by S-train line E in roughly 40 minutes. The centre has half-timbered buildings dating back to the 16th century, including Denmark's oldest half-timbered house on Kirkestræde, a harbour and marina, and KØS Museum of Art in Public Spaces (Nørregade 29), a short walk from the station. A long sandy beach and promenade, Køge Strand, is also nearby. Køge pairs with the Viking site at Trelleborg or with a lazy afternoon at the harbour and beach.
| Distance | About 40 km southwest of Copenhagen |
|---|---|
| Travel time | About 40 minutes by S-train |
| Getting there | S-train line E from København H to Køge station |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Address | Køge Torv, 4600 Køge |
How to get there
- Mode
- S-train line E
- Cost
- DKK 60-80 (about USD 9-12)
- Frequency
- Every 10-20 minutes
Location
Køge Torv, 4600 Køge
55.4585, 12.1820 View on map
Highlights
- Half-timbered old town
- KØS Museum of Art in Public Spaces
- Harbour and marina
- Køge Strand beach
Tips for visiting
- Take S-train line E to Køge station.
- Allow 2 hours for the old town and KØS museum.
- Walk the harbour and marina for lunch.
- Check kos.dk for KØS opening hours.
When to visit
May to September.
Accessibility
The old town has cobbled lanes; the museum is accessible.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Køge?
S-train line E from København H, about 40 minutes.
Is Køge on the beach?
Yes, Køge Strand is a short bus ride or walk from the harbour.
Is it worth a half day?
Yes, a half-day covers the old town, harbour and museum.