Sluseholmen

Previously the site of heavy industry and part of the Southern Docklands of Port of Copenhagen, Sluseholmen has, since the turn of the millennium, undergone massive redevelopment, transforming it into a mainly residential district known for its canals and maritime atmosphere.

Next to the canal district at the end of a pier extending from the tip of the peninsula, stands the Metropolis, a residential high-rise development designed by the experimental British architectural firm Future Systems.

Along the eastern waterfront of the canal district lies a row of old, brightly painted wooden sheds, belonging to Valby Boat Club.

Ultimately it was decided to spare the boat club and its premises to preserve the maritime atmosphere, create an appealing juxtaposition of old and new, and strengthen the sense of place.

A vehicle explodes at Sluseholmen's North Quay (Nordre Sluseholmskai) at 0:59:45 in the 1977 Olsen-banden film The Olsen Gang Outta Sight.