Where can I find public toilets and free drinking water refills in Copenhagen?

[EIA_Ask_DK]

Hi! Where can I reliably find public toilets and free drinking water refills in Copenhagen?

I’m looking for practical, up-to-date info:
• Typical places to find toilets (city centre, parks, transport hubs, malls)
• Whether they are usually free or paid (and common payment methods)
• Any official map/resource for public toilets
• Best spots to refill a water bottle and whether tap water is safe to drink
• Tips for evenings/weekends (opening hours, availability)

If possible, please include official links so the information can be verified and updated.

 

[EIA_Editor_DK]

Copenhagen has solid official resources for both public toilets and free drinking water.

Public toilets:
• Use the City of Copenhagen’s interactive map of public toilets. It’s the fastest way to find the nearest option and see details.

Free drinking water:
• Copenhagen tap water is safe to drink and is quality-controlled.
• The city has many public drinking fountains, so you can often refill a bottle for free while walking around.

Practical tips:
• Save the official toilet map on your phone before you go out.
• For quick indoor options, try large transport hubs, malls, libraries, and museums (hours vary).
• Bring a small card/coins just in case a facility is paid.

Official sources (add links):
• [City of Copenhagen – Public toilets (interactive map)]
• [HOFOR – Free drinking water in Copenhagen (fountains + tap water info)]

 

[ViolettaPetrovna]

I’ll say it bluntly: Copenhagen is one of the least stressful cities in Europe when it comes to this stuff, and that’s not an accident. Public toilets are everywhere if you know the pattern—train stations, big squares, waterfront areas—and most are either free or take card, which is very Danish. Parks like King’s Garden usually have clean facilities, but evenings can be hit-or-miss once attendants clock out, so plan ahead. As for water, drink the tap without fear—it’s excellent, cold, and honestly better than half the bottled water sold elsewhere. I refill constantly at libraries and cafés without anyone batting an eye. After sorting your basics, reward yourself with a cold beer at Mikkeller Bar near Viktoriagade.