When the river was opened in the 2000s the opportunity to create a new recreational space near the water was realized with the project that became known as Vadestedet (The Ford).
The name refers to a ford that used to lead over the river by Immervad.
When the river was opened a bridge was established there to connect Frederiksgade to Immervad.
Next to the bridge a system of steps was created by the river, initially known as Den Spanske Trappe (The Spanish Steps) in reference to the steps in Rome, but today officially named Vadestedet.
The steps lead to the edge of the river and are designed with seating.
The Ford has become one of the most popular areas for outdoor recreation in the city and is packed with people in the evenings and when in the daytime when weather permits.
The area east of the Ford is packed with bars and cafés and functions as a small leisure district in its own right.
When the river was opened in the 2000s the opportunity to create a new recreational space near the water was realized with the project that became known as Vadestedet (The Ford). The name refers to a ford that used to lead over the river by Immervad. When the river was opened a bridge was established there to connect Frederiksgade to Immervad. Next to the bridge a system of steps was created by the river, initially known as Den Spanske Trappe (The Spanish Steps) in reference to the steps in Rome, but today officially named Vadestedet. The steps lead to the edge of the river and are designed with seating. The Ford has become one of the most popular areas for outdoor recreation in the city and is packed with people in the evenings and when in the daytime when weather permits. The area east of the Ford is packed with bars and cafés and functions as a small leisure district in its own right.
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