Say yes in Copenhagen. In the wedding hall of City Hall.
You marry in Bryllupssalen, the wedding hall on the first floor of City Hall on Rådhuspladsen, and the ceremony itself lasts about ten minutes. Afterwards you can raise a glass in the City Hall's great hall or in the City Hall garden. I photograph your ceremony, the congratulations and then your couple shoot in the city centre, for instance in Nyhavn or on Slotsholmen.
- Danish, English or German
- Two witnesses provided by the city
- Up to 75 guests, photographer included
Gråsten ♡What you need to know about Copenhagen
You apply to Familieretshuset, the Danish Agency of Family Law. Once you are approved, you book your date yourselves in the municipality's online booking system. Demand is high: according to the municipality, the wait can be up to four months.
Venue
Københavns Rådhus, Rådhuspladsen 1. Ceremonies take place in Bryllupssalen on the first floor, reached by a spiral staircase; there is no lift. If you can't manage the stairs, you can be married in the great hall. Arrange this with the wedding office at least one week before.
Ceremony days
Monday to Friday from 9:10am to 3:50pm, Saturdays from 10am to 12:40pm. Arrive 10 to 15 minutes before your appointment; the hearts on the floor lead you to the waiting area.
Without a CPR number
If you don't have a Danish CPR number, show your passport or ID card at City Hall, plus your Schengen visa if you need one, no earlier than five working days and no later than one day before the ceremony.
Language
The ceremony is held in Danish, English or German, and you choose the language when booking. If one of you doesn't understand any of these languages, bring an interpreter.
Witnesses
The city always provides two official witnesses. You can also have two of your guests sign as witnesses; they don't need ID.
Photos
Your guests may take photos and film throughout the ceremony. Afterwards you receive two multilingual marriage certificates.
Costs
You pay for your application to Familieretshuset, DKK 2,100.
As of October 2026, without guarantee. Please check the pages of City of Copenhagen (in Danish) and City of Copenhagen: I DO CPH and Familieretshuset.
Around City Hall
We choose the places for your couple shoot together beforehand, depending on light, weather and your package.
Rådhushaven
The City Hall garden, where, according to the municipality, you are welcome to linger before and after the ceremony. Open daily from 9am to 4pm, May to September.
Nyhavn
The canal with colourful gabled houses and old wooden ships, about twenty minutes' walk from City Hall.
Slotsholmen
The palace island with Christiansborg, surrounded by canals and bridges.
Kongens Have
The King's Garden at Rosenborg Castle, with avenues and rose beds.
Strøget
The pedestrian street starts right at City Hall Square and leads through the old town.
What couples ask about Copenhagen
Can photos be taken during the ceremony?
Yes. According to the municipality, your guests may take photos and film throughout the ceremony, and the photographer counts towards the maximum of 75 guests.
Do we need our own witnesses?
No. The city always provides two official witnesses, though you may bring your own.
How long will we wait for a date?
Up to four months, according to the municipality. You can only book once your application is approved.
How far is Copenhagen from Flensburg?
About 320 kilometres via the Great Belt Bridge, three and a half to four hours by car. The bridge has a toll.
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