Christianshavn boat rental & Café on Postcard

"Bådudlejliningen is one of our favourite cafés Christianshavn. It is located literally in the canals by the water, you can get a good cup of coffee or a ‘smørrebrød’ for lunch. Rent a boat in the summertime and row through the canals. In November and December, you can also get your Christmas fix here. Get a hot cup of glögg, get warm by the fireplace while watching Santa’s train run in the ceiling. You can of course also buy your Christmas tree here." - Blad

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"Christianshavns Bådudlejning and Cafe Open during the summer, this small floating cafe is just a stone's throw from Christianshavn metro station and situated on one of Copenhagen 's most picture-perfect canals. Prices are reasonable, and the view is great!"

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"Bådudlejningen, Christianshavn. Bådudlejliningen is one of our favourite cafés Christianshavn. It is located literally in the canals by the water, you can get a good cup of coffee or a ‘smørrebrød’ for lunch. Rent a boat in the summertime and row through the canals. In November and December, you can also get your Christmas fix here. Get a hot cup of glögg, get warm by the fireplace while watching Santa’s train run in the ceiling. You can of course also buy your Christmas tree here."

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Jorgen Frohlich

Google

Christianhavn boat rental and cafe opened in 1991. It is a curious name since they don’t rent out boats. They used to rent rowing boats but traffic increased on the narrow canals and there wasn’t room for the oars anymore and they lost their permit. It is a lovely cafe right on the water and there is an almost Venetian feel to the place due to the canal and marine ambience. Service comes with a generous smile but It’s a cafe and the culinary choices are limited. It’s mostly traditional danish classics with a twist. The deep fried fish filet is my favourite. prices are fair. Although you are in the middle of the city, only few minutes from the parliament, this cafe is a peaceful oasis away from bustling city stress and I highly recommend it. It has become an institution for locals over the years and is usually full. In the evening the place really comes alive and enjoying a drink while watching the light twinkle in the water is a perfect way to spend the evening.

Virginia Huffman

Google

Cute little cafe on the canal. Great spot to have a rest, watch kayaks and boats tour while sipping on a cool drink. Atmosphere 5/5 Service 5/5.

Rafael Meza-Padilla

Google

Really cozy place to come both in summer and winter. The view from the canal is really good.

Ian D

Google

A good quiet spot to stop for a drink on a sunny day - really nice to be close to the water. However we waited around 20 minutes for service, and had to grab a member of staff just to order some drinks - all of which turned out to be wrong once we got them, either by size or beer type etc. Overall however it's a nice spot.

Peter L

Google

Down the steps to the boat moored on the canal, friendly staff will take your order and serve great beers to your table. Enjoy sipping on those while munching vegetable crisps as the other small boats and kayaks pass by

Makenzie Delaney

Google

I made a reservation in advance for a group of seven before my wedding day and called prior to arriving to make sure it was still available. The restaurant did not tell us that they had run out of food except for a single serving of beef tartare and mushroom soup for a large group of people. The service was slow and unapologetic for the lack of food options. The customer service was poor and extremely disappointing. We did not let this ruin our night but it certainly left a bad taste in our mouth. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Novy Cendian

Google

Ordered strawberry trifle and a glass of coke, not so many menu you can order, and the menu book comes with only paper (dont know why some cafes in copenhagen are like this). The trifle tastes amazing i like it, and they put a piece of lemon in the coke making it so fresh. Ambience is good, price is more expensive because you need to pay for the view. Overall good experience trying this floating cafe.

A z a d e h Ghavamrad

Google

It was my first time going to this place at Christianshavns kanal, and it was interesting. I didn't feel like I was in Copenhagen, which is not a bad or a good thing, just an observation. The drink I got was amazing. I have heard a lot of good things about their food, but I haven't tried it. It's a cool place to go, there is surprisingly a lot of room, and you are seated in the water which is very beautiful. I don't know if it's for me, but I will still recommend going there. It's quite romantic.

Jorgen Frohlich

Google

Christianhavn boat rental and cafe opened in 1991. It is a curious name since they don’t rent out boats. They used to rent rowing boats but traffic increased on the narrow canals and there wasn’t room for the oars anymore and they lost their permit. It is a lovely cafe right on the water and there is an almost Venetian feel to the place due to the canal and marine ambience. Service comes with a generous smile but It’s a cafe and the culinary choices are limited. It’s mostly traditional danish classics with a twist. The deep fried fish filet is my favourite. prices are fair. Although you are in the middle of the city, only few minutes from the parliament, this cafe is a peaceful oasis away from bustling city stress and I highly recommend it. It has become an institution for locals over the years and is usually full. In the evening the place really comes alive and enjoying a drink while watching the light twinkle in the water is a perfect way to spend the evening.

Virginia Huffman

Google

Cute little cafe on the canal. Great spot to have a rest, watch kayaks and boats tour while sipping on a cool drink. Atmosphere 5/5 Service 5/5.

Rafael Meza-Padilla

Google

Really cozy place to come both in summer and winter. The view from the canal is really good.

Ian D

Google

A good quiet spot to stop for a drink on a sunny day - really nice to be close to the water. However we waited around 20 minutes for service, and had to grab a member of staff just to order some drinks - all of which turned out to be wrong once we got them, either by size or beer type etc. Overall however it's a nice spot.

Peter L

Google

Down the steps to the boat moored on the canal, friendly staff will take your order and serve great beers to your table. Enjoy sipping on those while munching vegetable crisps as the other small boats and kayaks pass by

Makenzie Delaney

Google

I made a reservation in advance for a group of seven before my wedding day and called prior to arriving to make sure it was still available. The restaurant did not tell us that they had run out of food except for a single serving of beef tartare and mushroom soup for a large group of people. The service was slow and unapologetic for the lack of food options. The customer service was poor and extremely disappointing. We did not let this ruin our night but it certainly left a bad taste in our mouth. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Novy Cendian

Google

Ordered strawberry trifle and a glass of coke, not so many menu you can order, and the menu book comes with only paper (dont know why some cafes in copenhagen are like this). The trifle tastes amazing i like it, and they put a piece of lemon in the coke making it so fresh. Ambience is good, price is more expensive because you need to pay for the view. Overall good experience trying this floating cafe.

A z a d e h Ghavamrad

Google

It was my first time going to this place at Christianshavns kanal, and it was interesting. I didn't feel like I was in Copenhagen, which is not a bad or a good thing, just an observation. The drink I got was amazing. I have heard a lot of good things about their food, but I haven't tried it. It's a cool place to go, there is surprisingly a lot of room, and you are seated in the water which is very beautiful. I don't know if it's for me, but I will still recommend going there. It's quite romantic.

Erika G.

Yelp

This place was STEPS from our apt, and we loved it! Started out in the outside area, sipping beers and glogg, cozily covered with the provided blankets. The staff was adorable, guessing they were students - just cute and charming and very attentive. We were sitting right by the kitchen, and the food looked fantastic! After a couple of beers, we were able to move inside and get a table. We ordered the duck confit sandwich with kale salad, and the mushroom toast. Both were outstanding! Fresh, well made and delicious. The whole thing is on a canal boat - it's not operational, but you're out on the canal! Really great experience.

Mark R.

Yelp

My wife and I had a drink here while leaving our kids behind for a bit in our nearby vacation rental. My wife had a Spritz which she enjoyed and I had a fresh Jacobsen Brown Ale. We loved watching the boaters go by. Service was friendly and efficient. They do have a cafe food menu, which we did not try. Lovely experience.

Crystal R.

Yelp

Such a cute cafe right in the canal. My mom, brother, and I stopped in for some afternoon refreshments before our second visit to Christiana. I had a Gin and Tonic, they got beer. I loved how every couple minutes, boats would drift past, some people calling out or waving. Everyone was just chilled out. We got the charcuterie plate which offered something for everyone (Mom is vegetarian). Good times, relaxing, and satisfying. Wish I was back there right now, instead of procrastinating my work while I write about my vacation meals.

Keith M.

Yelp

I can not say enough about this place the staff was very accommodating (spoke english, because after all we are Americans and don't speak other languages since it would make to much sense if we did). The food was well presented, and very tasty. The homemade bread is fantastic. Definitely going to make an effort to get back here one more time before we leave Copenhagen.

Kay M.

Yelp

Delightful place to relax while touring Copenhagen. People watching is easy from the outdoor seating with an awning to keep you dry in a rainy season. It's on the water so you can watch the boats go by and the pedestrians and bicyclists crossing the nearby bridge. Casual, romantic ambiance.

Chloé Y.

Yelp

I really enjoyed this little spot! Where is a great place to have dinner than onboard a boat in Copenhagen waters?! It's easy to book online through their website. It's seems they also have some set menus online. When we came here for dinner the place was buzzing with happy beautiful people. The staff were lively and really nice. Showed us to our table by the water side and they let us change it to sit near a heater lamp when it got too nippy. There were also blankets if you get really cold! The was a huge smokey grill where the chef was preparing steaks and fish on it! After I saw that, I ordered a whole fish for my main and a side of padron peppers. It came quickly and cooked to perfection! The fish was piping hot and still tender, not over cooked. It was stuffed with lemons and rosemary - a bit different but the rosemary went very well with the fish! The peppers were well seasoned and I wished there was more! Shame it's getting cold so I'll have to come again in spring or on a warm sunny autumn afternoon!

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Yelp

I have had a great time here. This is a Cafe located on a big boat. There is a bar counter, several tables and a stove inside. The stove makes it really warm inside, the decoration, including the fur cushion make it warmer and comfortable. You can enjoy the outside seeing of lake. There is also a band presentation after 8 o'clock. The most impressive memory is the running toy train and the two Sweden talkative strangers. I like this place.

Emiel S.

Yelp

Horrible restaurant. We had to wait 2 hours for our dinner, and I got 4 square centimeters of fish, while my table mate got a piece of meat that was full of fat and completely inedible. Combined with an appetizer and 3 beers, it cost us 660 Kr, and afterwards we were still hungry. Insane price for very little food, and a very slow restaurant. I have never had such an horrible dining experience!

Christianshavn boat rental & Café

Christianshavn boat rental & Café

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