Bispegården, Copenhagen

Bispegården
Bispegården (to the left) seen from Frue Plads with the University in the foreground to the right
Interactive map of the Bispegården area
General information
Architectural styleRococo
LocationCopenhagen, Denmark
Coordinates55°40′46″N 12°34′18″E / 55.6794°N 12.5717°E / 55.6794; 12.5717
Completed1732
ClientDiocese of Zealand
Technical details
Structural systemMasonry (toward the street)
Timber framing (toward the yard)
Design and construction
ArchitectsLars Erichsen
Martin Nyrop (alterations)

Bispegården (English: The Bishop's House) in Copenhagen, Denmark, is the residence and office of the Bishop of Copenhagen. It is located across the street from Copenhagen Cathedral and Frue Plads, on the corner of Nørregade and Studiestræde, in the city centre. Bispetorv, the small square next to it, is named after the building.

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