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Centralhjørnet

Google (450) 4.3
Tripadvisor (51) 4.3
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Visitors praise Centralhjørnet for its lively atmosphere, friendly service, and historical significance as the world's oldest gay bar, with many enjoying the music, decor, and diverse clientele. However, a recurring complaint is that smoking is still permitted indoors, which some find unpleasant and a detriment to the ventilation.

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Address
Kattesundet 18, 1458 Copenhagen
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Phone
+45 33 11 85 49
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Website
centralhjornet.dk
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Price Range
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About this place Centralhjørnet

Centralhjørnet is a small gay bar on the corner of Kattesundet in central Copenhagen, a minute from Strøget. It is widely cited as one of the oldest gay bars in the world, with a history traced back to 1917. Inside it is a plain neighbourhood bar: wooden counter, photos on the walls, and a crowd of all ages, from older Danish regulars to visitors who come for the history. It opens daily from 2pm, until 2am during the week and 5am on Friday and Saturday. Prices are low by Copenhagen standards. It is busiest late at weekends; earlier in the day is the time for conversation with the regulars. Several other gay bars are a short walk away.

Opening Hours

Open Now · closes 02:00
Monday 14:00-02:00
Tuesday 14:00-02:00
Wednesday 14:00-02:00
Thursday 14:00-02:00
Friday 14:00-05:00
Saturday 14:00-05:00
Sunday 14:00-02:00

Features

Gay Mixed LGBTQ+ Mixed ethnicities Chill / Relaxed Touristy Local favorite Pub No dress code Day venue Late night (after midnight) Year-round

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4.3
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450 reviews

Based on 450 Google reviews.

Carl-Petter Thomsen
Carl-Petter Thomsen Jul 2026
★★★★★

Copenhagen's oldest gay bar. Well visited. Good atmosphere. Worth a visit.

Jose Raimundo Carneiro
Jose Raimundo Carneiro Jun 2026
★★★★★
Henriette Stenstrøm
Henriette Stenstrøm Jun 2026
★★★★★

The best place in the world.

Jackson Greninger
Jackson Greninger May 2026
★★★★★
Karin Jensen
Karin Jensen May 2026
★★★★★

Cozy place with a fantastic atmosphere and nice people!

Alexander Trenn
Alexander Trenn May 2026
★★★★★

Absolutely nice, just go and see!

Jakub Ka
Jakub Ka Apr 2026
★★★★★

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Last updated on 3 November 2026

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