"There is something special about arriving anywhere by train, but it's especially wonderful in Copenhagen. As you step out of your ride and gaze up at the vaulted wooden beams of the Danish capital's Central Station, you're already just minutes from the historic center, and connected to an extensive web of public transportation. On top of that easy access, train travel is estimated to produce about 90% fewer CO2 emissions than travel by air,"
"Copenhagen is turning that satisfying feeling of having done one's part to preserve the planet into material rewards through a popular city-wide program called Copenpay. This year, the summer-long initiative entered its second year, offering tangible benefits to travelers who choose to arrive by rail or engage in other eco-conscious behaviors during their visit. After seeing great success in 2025, Copenpay's organizers are hoping to continue the program next year and inspire other European cities to follow the model."
"Copenpay was first launched in July 2024 as a way for the city to encourage visitors to participate in hands-on activities, like picking up litter from parks or taking a kayak to help clean the city's waterways (already some of the cleanest in Europe, and dotted with swimmers in the warmer months). For their efforts, travelers were rewarded with free cultural experiences like museum entries, guided tours, and bike rentals."
Copenhagen promotes rail travel and eco-conscious visitor behavior through Copenpay, a city-wide rewards program. Arrivals by train offer easy access to the historic center and produce roughly 90% fewer CO2 emissions than air travel. Launched in July 2024, the summer-long initiative returned for a second year in 2025 and provides tangible benefits to travelers who arrive by rail or engage in civic activities like litter pickup or waterway cleanups. Rewards include free museum entries, guided tours, bike rentals, and complimentary items at local businesses, all distributed via an honor-code system reflecting Denmark's high-trust culture.
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