Østerbro () is one of the 10 official districts of Copenhagen Municipality, Denmark. It is located just north of the city centre, outside the old city gate Østerport which, after it was moved around 1700, used to be located close to present-day Østerport Station. From the beginning, Østerbro has been a wealthy district, and it remains one of the most affluent areas in Copenhagen.

Geography Østerbro has an area of and a population of 68,769. It is bordered by Nørrebro to the west, Hellerup to the north and Øresund to the east.

Landmarks Danish Meteorological Institute Den Frie Udstilling Gasværket Frihavn Fælledparken Garrison's Cemetery Parken, the National Stadium Rigshospitalet Trianglen (“The Triangle”) Østerport Station Kastellet Nordre Frihavnsgade The Little Mermaid

See also Districts of Copenhagen

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