Copenhagen’s Historical Stock Exchange Building Destroyed by Fire

A building completed at the beginning of the 17th century in Copenhagen caught fire, with a Finnish eyewitness stating that the fire was visible from afar. The historic stock exchange building was burning, with the tower collapsing during the fire. Images on social media showed large flames and heavy smoke, spreading to every floor of the building.

Everyone inside the building was evacuated, with authorities working to extinguish the fire. Soldiers were assisting the police and fire department at the scene. The building, owned by the Danish Chamber of Commerce, was under renovations at the time of the fire, scheduled to be completed for its 400th anniversary.

The fire was described as tragic, with the tower being a historical landmark in the city. Witnesses reported seeing large flames and smoke, with the tower, over 400 years old, engulfed in flames. People in the area were shocked by the incident, with efforts taken to save valuable items from the building.

Danish officials and cultural figures expressed their distress over the fire, highlighting the loss of Danish cultural heritage. The rescue efforts were ongoing, with authorities working to contain the fire and protect nearby buildings. Eyewitnesses shared videos and accounts of the fire, showing the intensity and devastation caused by the flames.