Hvidovre Municipality is actively working to create a favorable business environment. The municipality prioritizes dialogue with businesses and focuses on supporting both established companies and new players in the area.

With its location in the capital region, Hvidovre gives businesses access to a large labor market and a broad network of partners. At the same time, the municipality is known for its practical approach to business development, where functional business areas and good infrastructure play a central role.

Efficient connections to the entire metropolitan area

One of the major strengths of Avedøre Holme is its infrastructure. The area has easy access to the E20 motorway and the regional motorway network, giving businesses easy access to Copenhagen, the rest of Zealand, and international transport links. Copenhagen Airport and the city center can be reached in less than 15 minutes by car, and if you are heading to Sweden, the Øresund Bridge is also nearby.

The area is also easily accessible by public transport for employees and visitors. Several bus lines connect Avedøre Holme with Friheden Station, from where S-train line A runs to Copenhagen Central Station and further out into the capital region. Bus line 500S also provides a direct connection to Ørestad. You can find more information here.

The cycling infrastructure is also well developed. Avedøre Holme is connected to the capital region's network of super cycle paths, including the Ishøj route, which connects Vestegnen with Copenhagen. There are cycle paths throughout the area and good connections via Gl. Køge Landevej and the surrounding residential areas.

The efficient connections to employees, customers, and business partners make the area an obvious choice for companies seeking high accessibility close to Copenhagen.

3 good reasons to choose Hvidovre

One of the largest business areas in the Nordic region

Avedøre Holme is one of the most prominent business areas in the capital region. The area is home to several hundred companies and thousands of jobs in industries such as manufacturing, transportation, logistics, energy, and services.

The size and structure of the area offer companies excellent opportunities for production, warehousing, offices, and administration. At the same time, its proximity to Copenhagen makes it possible to combine the city's labor force and market with the more spacious commercial areas available at Avedøre Holme.

This creates a business environment where companies can grow and develop in line with their needs. Read more about Avedøre Holme here.

Good to know about Hvidovre

What is Avedøre Holme known for?

Avedøre Holme is one of the largest business areas in the Nordic region and is home to a large concentration of companies within industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and services.

Where is Hvidovre in relation to Copenhagen?

Hvidovre is located just southwest of Copenhagen and is part of the metropolitan area, a short distance from the city center.

Is Hvidovre a good place to run a business?

Yes. The combination of strong infrastructure, large business areas, and proximity to the capital makes Hvidovre attractive to many companies.

What are the transportation options?

The area has good road connections to the motorway network as well as access to public transport and cycling infrastructure.

What is the Holmestafetten?

The Holmestafetten is an annual race on Avedøre Holme, where companies and institutions from the area gather for a joint sporting event. The race was held for the first time in 2003 and has since become a regular tradition that strengthens the community between companies in the business area.

How many people live in Hvidovre?

In 2025, there are 54,000 registered residents in the municipality of Hvidovre. The municipality is part of Greater Copenhagen and has experienced stable population growth in recent years. Together with the surrounding municipalities in the capital region, this gives companies access to a large labor market with short commuting distances to both Copenhagen and Vestegnen.

Which zone is Hvidovre Station in?

Hvidovre Station is located in fare zone 2 in the capital region's zone system for buses, trains, and the metro. From here, it typically takes around 10-15 minutes by S-train to Copenhagen Central Station, making it easy for employees to commute to and from the area.

Who is the mayor of Hvidovre?

The mayor of Hvidovre Municipality is Anders Wolf Andersen, who has been mayor since 2022. The municipality is actively involved in business development and supports companies through business services and the development of business areas such as Avedøre Holme.