Between human-scale cities, wind-swept coasts and the cosy “hygge” way of life, Denmark charms with elegant simplicity. Copenhagen embodies this Nordic ease: contemporary architecture, welcoming cafés, inventive gastronomy (from smørrebrød to Michelin-starred tables) and a thriving bike culture. Beyond the capital, Aarhus mixes bold museums with a revitalised waterfront; Odense tells the story of H.C. Andersen; Aalborg reinvents its docks; and Ribe — the country’s oldest town — delights with half-timbered houses. Nature-wise, the chalk cliffs of Møns Klint, the North Sea dunes, Skagen’s wild beaches and Zealand’s forests create an ideal playground for families and outdoors lovers.
Easy to reach and famously safe, Denmark is straightforward to explore by train, car or — better still — by bike. Distances are manageable, accommodation quality is high (design-forward boutiques, guesthouses, stylish seaside cabins) and infrastructure is exemplary. Add a vibrant cultural scene (museums, design, festivals), emblematic castles (Kronborg in Helsingør, Frederiksborg in Hillerød), photogenic fishing villages and the Baltic island of Bornholm, and you have a harmonious, calming and distinctly creative destination.
🗺️ Practical information about Denmark
📍 Capital: Copenhagen
👥 Population: Around 5.9 million inhabitants
💶 Currency: Danish krone (DKK)
🗣️ Official language: Danish (English widely spoken)
⏰ Time zone: UTC +1 (winter) / UTC +2 (summer)
🌡️ Climate: Temperate oceanic and breezy; mild summers, cool and damp winters
🚆 Getting there & around: Flights to Copenhagen (CPH) and Aarhus; efficient trains/buses; Øresund Bridge to Sweden; extensive cycling network
🏛️ Highlights: Copenhagen (Nyhavn, Christiania, museums), Aarhus (ARoS), Odense (H.C. Andersen), Aalborg, Kronborg & Frederiksborg castles, Møns Klint, Skagen, Bornholm, Roskilde (cathedral & Viking ships), LEGOLAND Billund
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🗺️ Articles about Denmark
Below, you’ll find our selection of articles about Denmark, followed by the latest posts, to help you plan your trip and explore the country’s most beautiful spots.