CHURCH OF THE TRINITY (TRINITATIS KIRKE)
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The history of this church is closely linked to that of the University. It belongs to the Trinitatis complex, which includes the Astronomical Observation Tower and the University Library. The building was completed in 1656 in a late Gothic style and was intended by Christian IV, who commissioned one of his regular architects, Hans Van Steenwinkel the Younger, to draw up the plans. In the fire of 1728, the Trinitatis church was not as badly damaged as the other churches in the city. The roof structure was hit by the flames, a spire crashed into the library, piercing some of the church's arches, but the walls and vaults held up. During the British bombing of Copenhagen in 1807, four bombs hit the library again, but the church was spared.
The architecture is simple and uncluttered: a long vessel made of small Dutch brickwork, the walls pierced by slender windows without colored stained glass. The interior, entirely whitewashed, is one of the most beautiful churches in the city. A wooden gallery surrounds the single nave, thus superimposing two levels reserved for the faithful. The slender aspect is accentuated by the elegance of the flamboyant gothic style vaults enhanced by golden paintings. They support superb Dutch bronze chandeliers. The high altar features a crucifixion set in marble and gilded wood. Concerts are regularly held here.
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