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“Reefing” in Copenhagen.

“Reefing” in Copenhagen.
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Copenhagen is now the most liveable city

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The Danish capital has dethroned Vienna and now tops the new ranking of the world’s most livable cities. Bike paths and education score high—and on top of that, Copenhagen surprises with its vibrant street food scene.

After three years at the top, Vienna has been dethroned: the British Economist Group has named Copenhagen the world's most liveable city in 2025 in its ranking. With the top score of 100 points in categories such as stability, education and infrastructure, Denmark's capital is now overtaking Vienna - also boosted by the decline in the stability score in the Austrian metropolis, which is attributed to foiled attack plans(according to Standard).

But what really makes Copenhagen so liveable - and therefore so exciting for travelers? In addition to its bicycle-friendliness, hygge flair and modern architecture, there's one aspect in particular that makes Copenhagen a magnet far beyond the borders of Scandinavia: its culinary diversity. And not just at star level in the famous Noma or Geranium, but right on the street - world-class street food.

A little tip in advance: If you want to combine street food with sightseeing, take a bike and explore the hotspots between the harbor, Nørrebro and Vesterbro. We present our selection!

What initially started as a tiny burger grill inside a petrol station quickly became a top location to grab the best burgers in town. Back then, however, grabbing a burger before...
Landgreven 10
1301 Copenhagen
Denmark
Neapolitan-style pizzas are delicious and all, but sometimes all you want is a huge slice of crispy pizza directly from the oven, served with a cold one. At Diamond Slice, that is...
Blågårdsgade 27
2200 Copenhagen
Denmark
Just as the saying goes that the bread is half the thing when it comes to burgers, the same goes for kebabs. One might even say it’s more important since it’s the first thing...
Borgergade 18
1300 Copenhagen
Denmark
Pastry chef Nikolaos Strangas, famous to many Danes for his appearance on TV making sweets, decided it was time a few years back to return to his roots and provide the city of...
Gothersgade 27
1123 Copenhagen
Denmark
The chicken sandwiches at Poulette are on fire! And with that statement, we don’t only refer to the spiciness of the chicken itself, which also packs quite a punch, being spicy...
Møllegade 1
2200 Copenhagen
Denmark
Located inside the food market Torvehallerne, you will find Ma Poule. A shop where you can find both French produce and ingredients, as well as indulge in a few food options to...
Rømersgade 18
1362 Copenhagen
Denmark
If you are a fan of Mexican street food and all it entails, Rosio Sanchez has you covered! This talented ex-Noma chef not only offers an experience of elevated Mexican cuisine at...
Frederiksborggade 21
1360 Copenhagen
Denmark
Sometimes you walk past an inconspicuous place, but it immediately hits you right in the gastronomic heart ... hard. The Isted Grill on Istedgade is one of these places. The...
Istedgade 92
1650 Copenhagen
Denmark
GAO is a family of casual neighbourhood dumpling bars spread across Copenhagen, where you can enjoy homemade dumplings (though from a central kitchen) quickly, easily, and...
Blågårdsgade 3
2200 Copenhagen
Denmark
With a goal of making the best ramen in Scandinavia, Slurp Ramen Joint has definitely attracted a crowd since opening in 2017. When that crowd also lines up outside for a bowl of...
Nansensgade 90
1366 Copenhagen
Denmark
Calling Reffen a street food market is almost downplaying its importance when it comes to street food and the culture addition in Copenhagen. There are multiple street food...
Refshalevej 167A
1432 Copenhagen
Denmark
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