EPIC Overview
We are so excited to kick off this Ed year in one of the world's most vibrant cities!
This is Copenhagen from all angles—by foot, boat, and bike, alongside your fellow YPO Oregon members. Not only will we sample the world's most vibrant food scene, but we'll also admire the stunning architecture and feed off the creative energy that gives this city a glow all its own.
This trip overview is designed to answer questions regarding our EPIC experience in Copenhagen. Please note the group will be divided into three or four smaller groups for some activities based on your selections. Please bookmark this site and refer to it whenever you need information regarding our trip.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Copenhagen and transfer to hotel
Meet & greet at hotel
Orientation pop up wine tasting under Knippelsbro - the bridge that connects central Copenhagen with Christianshavn
Afternoon private guided canal and harbor tour, take in the beauty of the Copenhagen waterfront, a diverse and fantastic scenery, and a testament to the city's history and present.
Welcome dinner at Restaurant Barr. The restaurant is part of the Noma group, and head chef, Torsten Schmidt, is a legend on the Danish food scene. We'll be joined by Restaurant Manager, and partner in the Noma group, Lau Richter; he’ll tell us the story about Noma and its influence on Danish cuisine and Copenhagen’s food scene.
Lodging: Skt. Petri in Copenhagen
Day 2
Morning visit to Denmark's national stadium and home ground for F.C Kobenhavn. The visit and tour will be hosted by CEO Jacob Lauesenpen, with an open conversation about the club's impressive journey and how he sees the future of the biggest sports brand in Northern Europe.
Lunch at Restaurant Palaegade
You can choose your afternoon adventure from below. We will send sign up sheet for planning purposes:
Get a view into the fashion industry with the CEO of Wood Wood, one of Denmark’s iconic streetwear brands.
Exclusive tour and access to the furniture design scene in Copenhagen with Danish Designer Christian Hammer Juhl of Christian+Jade.
Walking tour with the former Lord Mayor of Copenhagen, Jens Kramer Mikkelsen. He is one of the forces of the transformation Copenhagen has experienced and why modern-day Copenhagen is one of the most livable cities in the world.
Bike tour of Copenhagen, with a focus on bike culture and infrastructure. Biking is a way of life in the city.
Dinner in Restaurant Kodbyen Fiskebar, located in the hip Meatpacking District in Copenhagen. This is one of the first Noma offsprings, serving fresh seafood, easy-drinking wines, and delicious cocktails. We will have our private space, and after dinner, fun options abound.
Lodging: Skt. Petri in Copenhagen
Day 3
Optional guided early morning run or swim. Bring your goggles if you want to swim laps.
You can choose your morning adventure from below. We will send sign up sheet for planning purposes:
A walking food tour of Nørrebro, including intimate access to its kitchens, with Solfinn Danielsen, one of the most respected natural wine experts in the city.
Wanna crush the competition? Then prepare for a fast and fun morning of sailing match racing hosted by the Danish Elite Sailing Center. After some instruction, we'll be divided into teams of six, and race each other on the water. May the best boat win!
Another round of a bike tour of Copenhagen, focusing on bike culture and infrastructure, in case you missed it yesterday and want to do it.
Exclusive visit to Farshad Farzankia’s studio, who is one of the vibrant artists of the Danish art scene today. He will show you around his studio, tell you his story, and share his process and work.
Free time in the afternoon to enjoy the city on your own. This is the best time for shopping, exploring, Forum, etc.
Private farewell dinner at the headquarters of the sexy Danish design company, Vipp where CEO Kaspar Edelund will share the company's story. Dinner will be prepared by rockstar Chef Mikkel Karstad, and wines will be provided by our friend Solfinn Danielsen.
Optional afterparty at one of Copenhagen’s cool cocktail bars
Lodging: Skt. Petri in Copenhagen
Day 4
Final breakfast
Transfers to Copenhagen's airport
Our Accommodations
Skt. Petri
Krystalgade 22, 1172 Copenhagen, Denmark
Phone: +45 33 45 91 00
sktpetri.com
Thirty years ago, the Skt. Petri was a department store tucked within a historical building designed by legendary Danish architect Vilhelm Lauritzen. Today, it's a meticulously curated hospitality experience that epitomizes the quiet sophistication of Scandinavian luxury. The buzzy Latin Quarter is just steps away.