Jernbane Café Copenhagen

Track number 7

Stefan from Copenhagen

About me My life starts and ends in Copenhagen. I moved out of the city when I was young, but after 10-15 years I found my way back to the same streets I grew up in. My work as an entrepreneur and event-manager lets me rediscover my city all the time from different angles. I love to discover new spots and keep an eye on the old ones. I try my best to be a part of sm...
""Jernbane Café" in Copenhagen has a characteristic exterior and is a truly fine bar. Keep an eye out for the express toy train and the beer medals!"

Which door will you take? Copenhagen's main train station has 3 entrances and here's a treat for you after your long travels. Look for the exit with stairs going down towards the street: Istedgade.

When you enter the street, the first thing you will see is the characteristic green front of Jernbane Café. Step inside.

The place is not only a great bodega, but it has a fun and playful agenda to it. The whole room is decorated with train-accessories, casino machines and pictures of different guests hanging from the ceiling. And you can get your picture up there as well.

The winning price for drinking 17 beers is a silver medal, but if you reach number 27 and a golden medal – your picture will be taken at the bar, which will be exhibited in frames hanging down the ceiling.

Up for the challenge? Just go to the bar and ask for the first pilsner number 7 – which is Jernbane Café's own brand and remember to ask for a "discount card" at the bar and get a "stamp" for every beer you buy and then GO FOR THE MEDALS while you're in town!

I prefer outside to enjoy the passing people. Also because it can get pretty smoky inside.

Bonus info: the express toy train goes around the room every hour or so. It's a fun little event.

Winner takes it all (+ hangovers).

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About me My life starts and ends in Copenhagen. I moved out of the city when I was young, but after 10-15 years I found my way back to the same streets I grew up in. My work as an entrepreneur and event-manager lets me rediscover my city all the time from different angles. I love to discover new spots and keep an eye on the old ones. I try my best to be a part of small communities and learn from other cultures. Why Copenhagen? As I love to travel to other countries, it's also important for me to travel in my own country. I never get tired of w...

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Oct 9, 2025

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