Many people are familiar with checking pollen levels, but now you can also get information on where you might encounter high and harmful air pollution – if you live in the capital.

Residents of Copenhagen can now check if the air on their bike route or playground is polluted

Åboulevarden during the morning rush hour almost guarantees high air pollution. Now, residents can monitor pollution levels throughout the city with the new app Byens Luft. Foto: Jens Dresling
Åboulevarden during the morning rush hour almost guarantees high air pollution. Now, residents can monitor pollution levels throughout the city with the new app Byens Luft. Foto: Jens Dresling
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From Rådhuspladsen, there are three good routes when I cycle home from work towards Vanløse.

But which route should I choose to cycle in the cleanest air? The new free app Byens Luft can tell me.

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