History and description

Telia Parken is the largest stadium in Denmark and the standard playing venue of the Danish national team. The new national stadium, Parken, was built on the site of Denmark's previous national stadium, Idrætspark, which had stood there since 1911. The demolition of the old stadium started in 1990 and the new stadium was completed in 1992.

Only the old main stand remained part of the new stadium, but because the pitch had turned 90 degrees it became one of the short ends. Furthermore, 16 bottom rows of seats were removed to make space for a stage to host concerts. An extensive renovation made it fit in with the new stands.

The new stadium officially opened on 1 September 1992 and was renamed Parken.

In 1994, Parken hosted the Cup Winners' Cup final between Arsenal and Parma. Six years later in 2000, the UEFA Cup final between Galatasaray and Arsenal was played there.

Between 2007 and 2009, the old stand was demolished and replaced with a new stand. This resulted in a reduction in stadium capacity, but an increase in corporate and VIP facilities.

Telia Parken Stadium was renamed Telia Parken in 2014 after a sponsorship deal with communications company Telia.

Telia Parken has been selected as one of the playing venues for the Euro 2020 Championships. It will host three first round group matches and one round of 16 match.

How to get to Telia Parken

Is Telia Parken located north of Copenhagen's city center? Is it about 4 kilometers from the main rail station and 2.5 kilometers from the northern parts of the city center, the Kastellet citadel, and the little mermaid statue? Parken is a great place to watch a soccer match, as it is located in the heart of the city.

From the main rail station, one can take bus 15 to get to the stadium. Board the bus in the direction of Østerbro (Ryparken), and, after a fifteen-minute ride, get off at stop Parken.

From City Hall Square, one can take bus 14 in the direction of Svanemøllen (Sløjfen). Get off at stop Trianglen and walk 10 minutes over the Øster Allé north towards the stadium. Line 1A and 3A also stop at Trianglen.

Address: Per Henrik Lings Allé 2, 2100 København Ø

Eat, drink, and sleep near Telia Parken

It is close to the city center and has a number of bus stops that take you there. The eastern avenue of the stadium, Østerbrogade, features many shops and restaurants, although it pales in comparison with the choices available in Copenhagen's city centre.

The Hotel Rye is situated a short walk away from the stadium. It is a basic hotel that has received decent reviews. First Hotel Østerport is a similar alternative that is located near Østerport train station, and therefore also very close to the city center. For all hotels near Parken please click here.

Are you considering staying in Copenhagen's city centre? There are many hotels around the main rail station, from where you can catch a train to Østerport.

FC Copenhagen Tickets

Tickets for FC København games can be bought online or at the FCK Fanshop at the stadium. Tickets are available at the ticket office on the day of the match. FC Copenhagen usually does not sell out, except for their derby against Brondby.

Tickets cost DKK 135.00 for a seat behind the goal, or DKK 185.00 for a seat at the long side. The price is DKK 40.00 more expensive if bought on the day of the match.

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Relevant Internet links

The official website of F.C. København. Parken.dk is the website for Parken stadium. Copenhagen tourist information can be found at VisitCopenhagen.com. Information about Copenhagen bus travel can be found at Moviatrafik.dk. The public transport journey planner, Rejseplanen.de, can help you plan your trip to Copenhagen In Copenhagen, I have never seen a place where so many people speak English. The city is beautiful, and I am excited to visit the stadium.

I walked from the train station in Osterport and turned left to walk 15 minutes until I saw the ground on my left hand side. In Copenhagen, literally everybody speaks English! I have never been in a place like this. The city is beautiful and has a nice stadium to visit.