The Little Mermaid

Address	Langelinie 2100 Copenhagen

The statue of the Little Mermaid is one of Copenhagen’s largest attractions. The statue was inspired by H.C. Anderson’s fairy tale. The statue was unveiled in 1913. The Little Mermaid is located on top a boulder just off shore Copenhagen’s harbor. The Little Mermaid sits amongst parks filled with rolling green hills. The walk to the famous statue is most enjoyable. However, finding the statue can be difficult. The Little Mermaid is just slightly larger then life size. Locals tend to poke fun at the statue’s enduring popularity. However, a visit to Copenhagen would not be complete without seeing the Little Mermaid perched on her boulder along the harbor. The statue is often the victim of vandals; so don’t be surprised if you make the journey to the mermaid’s stoup only to find that the statue is out for repairs. (On 9/11/2003 the Little Mermaid was knocked off its boulder into the harbor. The statue was cracked and had to be remolded. Disappointed tourists made the best out of the situation. Many climbed on top of the boulder posing as the Little Mermaid for photographs.)