The Little Mermaid Den lille Havfrue
The Little Mermaid is a bronze sculpture created by Edvard Eriksen and commissioned by Carl Jacobsen. Unveiled in 1913, this 1.25-meter tall artwork stands at Langelinie in Copenhagen. As one of the most looked-up sights in Denmark, it serves as a central point for visitors exploring the waterfront area.
Planning a visit
The weather in Copenhagen is mildest during the summer months. July and August see daily highs of 20 °C to 21 °C, though travelers should expect rain on about 13 days each month. Spring offers cooler, more moderate conditions, with May and June reaching highs of 15 °C to 18 °C and rain occurring on about 10 days each month. Winters are cold, with temperatures from December through March frequently hovering between 0 °C and 6 °C, and rain or precipitation falling on 11 to 14 days per month.
The sculpture is located 9 km from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport and 3 km from the center of Copenhagen. The site is accessible by wheelchair. For those planning a route, the sculpture is close to several other landmarks. It is 0.4 km from the Kastellet, 1.1 km from Amalienborg, and 1.1 km from Frederik's Church. Further options within 1.6 km include Nyhavn and Rosenborg Castle.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 21 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 3 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 15 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 7 | 4 |
| Average low, °C | -1 | -1 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Rainfall, mm | 50 | 34 | 42 | 34 | 50 | 67 | 65 | 77 | 61 | 65 | 55 | 55 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 11 | 11 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
