Venue at a Glance
Niels Bohr Institute — Auditorium A
Blegdamsvej 17, 2100 Copenhagen Ø
The Niels Bohr Institute occupies several addresses in Østerbro, including its historic home at Blegdamsvej 17–21. The original complex has long been a hub for theoretical and experimental physics. Auditorium A sits within this historic building and remains the institute’s most storied lecture hall, used for talks, colloquia, and public events.
Historic significance of Auditorium A
Auditorium A is closely tied to the early development of quantum physics. It has hosted generations of scholars, seminars, and landmark discussions associated with Niels Bohr and his collaborators. The institute is recognized for its foundational role in modern physics, and Auditorium A is the emblematic room where many of those ideas were presented and debated.
Getting Here
Map and navigation
Enter “Niels Bohr Institute, Blegdamsvej 17” in your preferred map app to reach the historic Blegdamsvej entrance. Auditorium A is inside this building complex and signposted on site.
Public transport
From central Copenhagen, the Metro’s Cityringen (M3) to Trianglen Station offers a straightforward approach, followed by a short walk along Blegdamsvej. From the airport, take the Metro to Kongens Nytorv and change to the M3 for Trianglen. Several city buses serve the Østerbro area; for the fastest option on the day, check Rejseplanen or your transit app.
By bicycle
Copenhagen is bike-friendly, with marked lanes along major streets. Short-term bike parking is available near the institute entrances.
On foot
If you are staying in Østerbro or the inner city, the institute is walkable. Allow a bit of extra time if your route crosses the lakes or Fælledparken.
By car or taxi
Taxis can drop you at the Blegdamsvej entrance. Street parking in Østerbro is regulated and often limited; consider public transport or cycling where possible.
