Sydhavn and Islands Brygge. Waterfront Copenhagen. Found before the crowds did.
Sydhavn is one of Copenhagen’s most significant urban development stories. Sluseholmen, Teglholmen, Havneholmen and the new residential canal district represent years of transformation from post-industrial port land to one of the most interesting places to live in the greater Copenhagen area. The population here is international, young and growing — creative and technology professionals from across Europe, families who discovered that a canalside townhouse in Sydhavn offers more than anything they could find in central Copenhagen for the same money.
Islands Brygge is older, more established, and consistently popular. The harbour baths in summer, the long waterfront promenade, the ferry connection to the city centre and the cycling distance to Vesterbro and Nørrebro give Islands Brygge residents the combination that keeps the neighbourhood in demand.
GIA Service ApS works across both areas. We know the Sluseholmen island access restrictions, the bridge width limitations that affect van positioning, and the freight lift booking requirements in the newer residential blocks. We know the variation in Islands Brygge’s housing stock — from converted harbour warehouses with generous loft ceilings to newer waterfront buildings with standard lift access.
What we do in Sydhavn and Islands Brygge
Moving service — fixed price from property size, from DKK 3,985 for a studio to DKK 10,695 for a 90 m² apartment. Access assessed at both addresses before we price. Sluseholmen island addresses require knowledge of the specific access routes — we have it.
IKEA and flat-pack assembly — we collect from IKEA Taastrup and deliver to your Sydhavn or Islands Brygge address. Assembly included if required. All packaging removed before we leave. From DKK 795 per item.
Same-day junk removal — new Sydhavn residents arrive with what they have and leave behind what they do not take. We collect same day on most weekdays. Sofa from DKK 1,395. Mattress from DKK 795. ARC fee DKK 340 always a separate visible line.
White glove delivery — Islands Brygge has a growing volume of premium furniture purchases. We collect from any Copenhagen showroom, transport with furniture blankets throughout, carry to the room, place precisely, and remove all packaging.
Storage — our Albertslund depot is ten minutes from Sydhavn. Short-term storage for lease overlaps, interim storage during renovation, staged move storage. From DKK 1,285/week.
Pricing for Sydhavn and Islands Brygge
- Moving — from DKK 3,985 excl. VAT (studio/30 m²) · from DKK 5,985 (50 m²) · from DKK 7,985 (70 m²)
- Floor surcharge — DKK 150 per floor above ground
- Junk removal — single items from DKK 795 · full apartment from DKK 12,985
- ARC disposal fee — DKK 340, always a separate visible line
- IKEA / flat-pack assembly — from DKK 795 per item
- White glove delivery — from DKK 1,495
- Storage — from DKK 1,285/week · 2-week discount −15%
- Weekend / Sunday — +25%
No distance surcharge for Sydhavn and Islands Brygge addresses. Same-day junk removal available most weekdays. English-language invoices available.
Areas we cover
Islands Brygge · Sluseholmen · Teglholmen · Havneholmen · Sydhavns Canal district · Øresundsvej · Mozarts Plads · Scandiagade · Sydhavn Station area
✉️ info@giaservice.dk
📞 +45 9384 1333
Open Mon–Sat 07:30–18:00 · Sun 10:30–17:00
English-speaking · CVR: 36 73 05 95 · Tryg insured
All prices excl. 25% Danish VAT
Frequently asked questions
How much does Moving in Sydhavn cost?
The price for Moving in Sydhavn depends on the size of the job and the access. We give clear, fixed quotes with no hidden fees — call +45 9384 1333 or email info@giaservice.dk with a few details and we will price it the same day.
Do you offer same-day Moving in Sydhavn?
Yes. We often cover Sydhavn and the rest of Copenhagen the same day or next day, 7 days a week. Contact us early and we will confirm a time that suits you.
Are you insured and professional?
Yes. GIA Service ApS is a registered Copenhagen company (CVR 36 73 05 95) with fully insured, English-speaking staff who handle every job with care.
Which areas do you serve near Sydhavn?
We serve Sydhavn and all of Copenhagen and the surrounding Capital Region. Wherever you are, we can help — see our Moving service for details.