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Day 1 – Welcome to the Green Capital of the North
Arrival is expected in the early afternoon—just enough time to drop off your backpack at the hostel, breathe in some Nordic air, and dive straight into our first encounter. We’ll begin by meeting a local organization working to fight food waste and discover how in Denmark, discarded food can become a powerful weapon against the climate crisis.
After this first taste of local activism, we’ll enjoy a warm, cozy evening together. Alessio, our guide and food waste expert, will prepare a homemade dinner at the hostel. It’ll be the perfect time to break the ice, share expectations, and start feeling like a small group with a big mission.

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‍Day 2 – From Fermentation to the Future of Food
The second day begins with a unique encounter: a visit to Reduced, a startup born at the University of Copenhagen that transforms food waste into gourmet fermented products. Leading us through this discovery is Lorenzo Tirelli, originally from Rome but now a citizen of the world. After working in iconic kitchens – from Slow Food America to the legendary Francis Mallmann in Uruguay, and even the labs of Noma – Lorenzo now leads the Reduced team, driving a revolution in how we think about food and its “waste.”
We’ll explore how broths, sauces, and condiments are made from ingredients that would otherwise be discarded, and how this process can have a measurable environmental impact. Waste reduction, fermentation, applied microbiology, and circular economy – all in one project.
If the weather is nice, we’ll grab a slice to-go and enjoy a sweet picnic in Assistens Cemetery, where Andersen and Kierkegaard are buried. In Denmark, it’s very common to picnic in cemeteries, which are often peaceful, well-kept green spaces popular among locals.
The afternoon continues with another encounter related to food waste – but we won’t reveal everything just yet… let’s just say you’ll enjoy discovering the hidden potential of food that never makes it to the shelves.
Dinner and the evening are free: feel free to split up, explore new corners of the city, return to your favorite spots, or simply enjoy some solo time.

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‍Day 3 – Urban Nature, Circular Economy & Community
‍We start the day with a visit to Banegaarden, a green oasis born from the regeneration of an old railway station. Between urban gardens, sustainable architecture, and cultural spaces, this is where the city and nature meet in one of their most poetic forms.
Within the complex, you'll find various stands offering local food, as well as Perron – The Organic Sourdough Bakery, a bakery specializing in organic artisanal sourdough products.
In the afternoon, we head to WeFood, Denmark’s first supermarket that sells only products discarded by the traditional supply chain. A concrete example of how consumer culture can change – starting with something as simple as your grocery shop. We will meet the team and discuss their vision about the industry.
We’ll wrap up the day with a beautiful community dinner at Absalon, a former church turned social space, where you share a meal with strangers who, after dinner, just might become friends. And for those who want to keep the night going, we’ll head out for a beer in the vibrant Meatpacking District, the heart of Copenhagen’s alternative nightlife.

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‍Day 4 – Alternative Neighborhoods & Urban Activism
After breakfast, we’ll kick off the day with a visit to CopenHill, a waste-to-energy plant that not only provides clean energy to the city but also features a ski slope on its roof!
We then head to Christiania, Europe’s most famous self-managed neighborhood, for some free time to explore its colorful streets, murals, and creative spaces. Here, we’ll have lunch at Morgenstedet, a volunteer-run vegan restaurant serving seasonal dishes often made with recovered ingredients.
In the afternoon, we’ll take part in a volunteer activity with MADBOKS, an organization that rescues unsold food and redistributes it to those in need. A hands-on opportunity to move from inspiration to action.
We’ll then return to the city center and, if the weather didn’t allow for it the day before, we’ll enjoy a relaxing walk in Assistens Cemetery.
Dinner and the evening are once again free: feel free to split up, explore new corners of the city, return to favorite spots, or simply enjoy some solo time.

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‍Day 5 – One Last Taste of Copenhagen
Our last day is free. After breakfast, we’ll say goodbye - hugs, final chats, and maybe the start of a few new friendships.
Let this be a see you soon, not a farewell: Copenhagen - and the people you shared it with - will stay with you for a long time.