Church of Our Savior Copenhagen

Since the Spire Tower's inauguration in 1752, the Church of Our Savior has become one of Denmark's most famous buildings. Climbing its 400 stairs to reach the mythical overlook is well worth the effort.

Since its tower was inaugurated in 1752, the Church of Our Savior has become one of Denmark's most renowned structures. Scaling the 400 steps to reach this legendary vantage point has become a must-do in Copenhagen. As the story goes, the architect took his own life by leaping from the top because the spire had a slight tilt to the right.

The Church of Our Savior (Vor Frelsers Kirke) is located in the Christianshavn neighborhood and is the best example of Danish Baroque architecture in Copenhagen. While the most popular attraction is the Spire, it's well worth a visit to the interior of the church to marvel at the historic 3-century-old organ, a gem for music enthusiasts.

Moreover, the chimes of Our Savior Church are the oldest in Europe, and their melody changes from time to time. Once, the Star Wars theme played out from these historic chimes, serenading the Danish capital.

Climb the Spire

According to the locals, the Spire of Our Savior Church has the best views of Copenhagen. Climbing the tower itself is an experience, especially during the final stretch, where visitors encounter a golden fence separating them from the unrivaled view.

To summit this snail-shaped dome, visitors need to climb 400 stairs that culminate at a golden globe crowning the tower. Atop this sphere, there is a golden sculpture of Jesus Christ, keeping a watchful eye over Copenhagen.

Each year, over 200,000 people make the ascent up to this lookout point, 90 meters (295 feet) high.