
Duration
1 hour
Best Time
Morning
Price
€€€
Walking
Minimal walking
Copenhagen's oldest konditori, operating since 1870 in the same ornate premises near Strøget, famous for its towering layer cakes and traditional Danish pastries served on fine porcelain. The signature Sportskage (a cream cake with caramel and nougat) has been made to the same recipe for over a century. The interior retains its Belle Époque character with crystal chandeliers, velvet banquettes, and glass cases displaying elaborate marzipan confections.
Order the Othello Lagkage to share (it serves 2-3 people) and ask for it to be plated rather than served whole so you can appreciate the layers of cream and marzipan.
Plan for about 1 hour. Morning visits are typically less crowded.
Conditori La Glace is in the Nyhavn & Indre By neighborhood of Copenhagen. The address is Skoubogade 3, 1158 København K, Denmark. The area is well-served by metro.
Morning visits, especially early, mean fewer crowds and better light for photos. Weekdays are significantly quieter than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.