Copenhagen - Final day - Rosenborg Castle

This is my last full day in Copenhagen. What to do? I have done everything I have set out to do on this trip and more. I am travel weary. I have not slept in my own bed for 3 weeks. I have been living out of a suitcase and eating all my meals in restaurants. I am tired.

But the thought of spending the entire day in my room encourages me to go out and explore one last time. ChatGPT suggests Rosenborg Castle and the Kings Gardens. So be it.

At 11 I finally got up enough psychic energy to meet the day and set out for the subway. Another 'zone ticket' through the DSB app for 14,35 kr (~$2). The trains come along quickly. If you miss one while walking up the stairs there will be another along in less then 10 minutes, usually 3 or 4 minutes. 

Copenhagen is described as the world's most bicycle friendly capital city. During my short stay I can attest to more bicycle traffic then I have witnessed anywhere. There are paths for bicycles everywhere. There are subway cars devoted to bicycles. There are even separate traffic lights and crosswalks just for bicycles!

I've seen bicycles lined up waiting for stop lights to change, longer lines than cars! I've seen dogs in baskets on the front of bicycles and all manner of bicycle attachments for children. According to this website, half of Copenhageners choose the bicycle for their daily commute. 

I traveled the 4 subway stops from Sydhaven to Norreport. I'm getting comfortable riding the local trains. And I am getting to know the subway stops along the E Kobe route. I can pick out the names as they come over the trains speakers. I made the short 7 minute walk from Norreport station to the Rosenborg Castle. 

I purchased my ticket and needed to wait in line to enter the castle. Visitors are assigned times when they can begin to tour the castle. Mine was 12PM. Right on time the attendant allowed us to enter where another attendant stood scanning tickets with an electronic scanner. As he scanned my ticket he stated I must leave my water bottle outside. I heard him but the request took a short moment to register. The attendant pointed to a table where an umbrella and another water bottle were resting. Ok.

The first part of the castle tour was a bit boring. Just more rooms of paintings of royals which honestly I didn't think were done all that well. Not just the technique used, but the style and how the subjects were depicted. The rooms were dark and the paintings used dark colors. This one moved me to the exit a little faster. I picked up my water bottle and exited.

The next part of the castle tour was entered through a separate entrance where yet another attendant stood scanning tickets with an electronic scanner. This attendant did not ask me to leave my water bottle behind. But this part of the tour proved more interesting. It was what was labeled 'The Treasury.'

There was exhibited an incredible display of gold, silver, ivory and gemmed statues, swords, tiaras, crowns and artistic works. 

I left the Rosenborg Castle and walked back towards the subway station. It was 55, windy and threatening to rain. I decided to take a pass on strolling around the Kings Gardens.

I walked around the area close to the subway station. There were lots of shops, restaurants, and outdoor food carts. I bought a cup of coffee to get some extra pep. It felt warm and comforting. I am missing home. It is less than 24 hours before my flight leaves from Copenhagen airport tomorrow. I have already checked-in.