Koncerthuset Theater
Modern concert hall in Copenhagen hosting classical performances
DR Koncerthuset in Copenhagen is a modern concert hall by Jean Nouvel offering classical and contemporary performances; visitors come for concerts and the striking façade near the DR campus.
Koncerthuset at a Glance#
Address: DR Byen, Copenhagen (Ørestad), Denmark
Website: https://koncerthuset.dk
About Koncerthuset#
Koncerthuset is the principal concert hall of the Danish Broadcasting Corporation (DR) located in Copenhagen’s DR Byen/Ørestad district. The building was completed in the 2000s and forms the core of DR’s cultural facilities.
The complex contains multiple auditoria including a large main hall used for symphonic concerts and smaller chamber halls for intimate performances and recordings. It functions both as a public concert venue and as a production facility for broadcast and recorded music.
Erected as part of the DR Byen project to consolidate the Danish Broadcasting Corporation’s facilities, the concert hall opened in the 2000s and established a permanent home for DR’s orchestral and broadcast activities.
Koncerthuset sits in the Ørestad district on Amager, south of Copenhagen’s historic centre, within the broader DR Byen media campus.
- Resident orchestra: Serves as the concert hall of the Danish Broadcasting Corporation and is the home venue for the Danish National Symphony Orchestra.
- Architectural note: Designed by architect Jean Nouvel and completed as part of the DR Byen cultural complex in the 2000s.
What to See#
- Main Hall: The largest auditorium in the complex, used for symphonic concerts and resident orchestra performances by the national ensemble.
- Chamber halls and studios: Smaller auditoria and rehearsal spaces used for chamber music, contemporary performances and educational events.
How to Get to Koncerthuset#
Koncerthuset is in DR Byen, Ørestad, Copenhagen. Take the M1 metro to DR Byen station or the nearby Ørestad Station and walk 5-10 minutes along the canal side paths.
Tips for Visiting Koncerthuset#
- Check the DR Koncerthuset calendar-rehearsals and free lunchtime concerts by Danish Radio ensembles are common and cheap ways to experience the halls.
- Sit slightly off‑axis in the main hall (Jean Nouvel's acoustic choices make side sections surprisingly intimate).
- Combine a visit with a walk along the adjacent Havneholmen canals or the nearby Fields shopping centre for cafes and quick meals.
Best Time to Visit Koncerthuset#
Visit when the concert season is active (autumn through spring) to see DR Koncerthuset's programming at its best-architecture is striking year‑round.
Weather & Climate near Koncerthuset#
Koncerthuset's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -1°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (603 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 3° | -4° | 48 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 3° | -4° | 31 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.4h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 6° | -2° | 44 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 3° - 10° | 4° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 19° | 15° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 17.1h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.6h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.8h |
| September | Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 5.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 12° | 7° | 57 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 7° | 1° | 56 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| December | Poor | 1° - 5° | -2° | 56 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
