Gefion fountain was donated to Copenhagen by Carlsburg brewery to celebrate their 50th anniversary in 1897. It was completed in 1908, and depicts the mythical story of the Norse goddess Gefjon, who was told that she could keep as much land as she could plow in a day and a night. So naturally she turned her sons to oxen, and…off she went.
The statue is located not far from the Little Mermaid statue, which in turn is not far from “the genetically modified mermaid” — a sort of cubist version, which is shown in the third picture. Here’s a picture of her before she was placed at Longelinie in 2006.
Hi,
Just wanted to let you know that i have now read and enjoyed every posting in your blog. It’s so interesting to read about your observations and life in CPH. Funny to see the city from a foreigners point of view. Incredible pictures by the way.
May i recommend Nørrebro for the next phototrip on your bike
Sincerely,
Rasmus
P.S.
You will have to take the blame for my apartment still being dirty. I was just about to turn off the computer and clean when i stumbled upon your blog. That was around 2:30. It’s now 4
I’m sorry about your apartment Rasmus, but at the same time pleased that I manged to hold your attention for that long. Thanks for the kind words!