Discover what it was like to live on the fringes of society over the past 1,000 years. Stroll through the old city and learn about queer pioneers who challenged the church, laws, and cultural norms to live authentically. The walk includes Magstræde, with stories about prostitution in Copenhagen, and takes us past Nikolaj Church, where two women were able to marry in the 18th century! You'll also hear how an innocent

The lives of those who have loved contrary to society’s conventions has changed considerably over the last 1000 years. At 10 stops in the Museum of Copenhagen’s permanent exhibition, we dive into stories of people who have stood out from the norms of their time. Enter the museum’s permanent exhibition on the first floor and point your smartphone camera at the QR code in your preferred language and you will hear the story.

The audio track is part of Copenhagen Winter Pride 2025.

Languages: English and Danish

The price is included in the entrance to the Museum.

This is where you can meet Danes you won’t find in many other places enjoying a beer in dimly lit pubs with rustic chairs and yellowing posters and plaques from times long past on the walls. The pubs here are like those in England, but then again not. The only thing you can get to eat are peanuts and crisps, and if you take your children along most people would think you should be reported to child welfare. Many old-style pubs are closing, but the exhibition at the Museum of Copenhagen gives voice to their bartenders and regulars.