DENMARK

Capital: Copenhagen
Form of Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Area: 43,094 km2
Religion: Lutherans
Phone number: +45
Languages: Danish
Time difference: -1
Population: 5,843,347 (2021)
Currency: Danish krone (DKK)

The largest airport is Kastrup (CPH) in Copenhagen, which can be reached from Helsinki by Finnair, SAS and Norwegian. There are also flights to Finland from Billund Airport (BLL).

In Denmark, the best way to get around is by car or train. Information on public transport (trains, buses and ferries) is available on the Rejseplanen website. The country is also a popular destination for cyclists.

Embassy of Finland, Copenhagen Address: Skt. Annæ Plads 24, 1250 København K – Tel: +45 33 13 42 14 Email: sanomat.kob@formin.fi – Website: www.finland.dk

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Copenhagen (Capital)

There are a lot of attractions in the area of Copenhagen. Several museums are just waiting for visitors, the pedestrian mall Ströget is full of interesting shops and the famous amusement park Tivoli offers experiences for the smallest members of the family, and why not for bigger ones too? And let us not forget the popular Little Mermaid –statue.

Nyhavn

Location: Indre By, Copenhagen, Denmark

Nyhavn, a 17th-century harbor, is easily the most iconic landmark in Copenhagen. Lined with wooden ships, modern boats, multicolored townhouses, and seafood restaurants, this port is a must-see, and its storied quay is perpetually bustling with locals and visitors. This landmark is a public space, so it’s easy to come and go as you please. Nyhavn attracts a crowd as diverse as its history. Over the bridge in the neighboring hood of Christianshavn, you’ll also find some of the oldest houses in Copenhagen. Stop for a coffee and pastry at 108 before exploring one of the oldest parts of the city.

Tivoli Gardens

Address: Vesterbrogade 3, 1630 København V, Denmark

The Tivoli is the second oldest amusement park in the world. It is located in the center of the capital, opposite the railway station. The total area is eight hectares. The park attracts about 4.5 million visitors annually. The area features restaurants, cafés and amusement rides for all ages. The park also serves as a place for several comedy theatre shows and concerts. The music has been an essential part of the Tivoli from the beginning, and the first musical director was a composer and conductor called Hans Christian Lumbye. His career lasted 30 years, and the Champagne Galop composed by him is still the starting melody of the annual opening ceremony of the park.

The Tivoli is open in summer from the beginning of May until the middle of September and during the Christmas Carnival in November and December. Especially during Halloween the Tivoli fascinates with its evening lights and decorations.

Christiania

Address: Prinsessegade 1422 København K, Denmark

This autonomic area at the heart of Copenhagen is a must-see destination for a liberal and wide-eyed traveler. The area consists of 34 hectares of former military land over a wide area. Christiania has about 850 inhabitants, representing a wide range of alternative thinkers. It was closed for a short time to tourists in April 2011 due to discussions on the future of the region, but is now open again. The area itself is a work of art, with murals and gardens, but one of its finest attractions is a building, Den grå hal, formerly a riding stable with specific bohlendach-style roofs and currently serving as a concert house.

LEGOLAND Billund

Address: Nordmarksvej 9, 7190 Billund, Denmark

Legoland, situated in the town of Billund, is one of the most well-known theme parks in the world. It was opened in 1968, and it is located next to the original Lego factory. Legoland is considered the largest tourist attraction in Denmark outside of Copenhagen.

Den Blå Planet

Address: Jacob Fortlingsvej 1, 2770 Kastrup, Denmark

The Aquarium complex of Den Blå Planet is divided into 8 parts and displays 53 different aquariums and underwater installations. There visitors can admire piranhas from the Amazon, octopuses, blind fish, fascinating sea otters and a cave full of electric eels. It is possible to buy souvenirs from the aquarium’s store. A great attraction for the whole family.

Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Address: Dantes Plads 7, 1556 København, Denmark

The collection of this art museum in Copenhagen consists of the private art collection of Carl Jacobsen (1842-1914), who was the son of the founder of the popular Carlsberg Brewery. The glyptotheque mainly displays Mediterranean sculptures from the Antique period, but also masterpieces of modern sculptors. There is, for example, the largest collection of Auguste Rodin outside of France as well as a rather large collection of impressionist and post impressionism from the Danish Golden Age. With the collection of over 10 000 works, the NY Carlsberg Glyptotek is exactly the right place for those seeking cultural experiences.

Den Gamle By

Address: Viborgvej 2, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark

The Aarhus Old Town Museum is Denmark’s national open-air museum of urban history and culture. It has been awarded three Michelin stars. There you can sense how you lived in a Danish trading town in the old days. Over the past ten years, the museum has been visited by more than 3 million visitors. The museum has a lot to do and see. For example, you can try old children’s toys, explore the extensive collections and exhibitions, pat your horses and watch the goats, and enjoy a cup of coffee with a cake in the tea garden. There are also historic shops in the area, selling cakes baked with an 1885 recipe, among other things. Numerous events are held throughout the year. In December, for example, you get to experience a real old-time Christmas. The museum is closed on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Kronborg Castle

Address: Kronborg 2 C, 3000 Helsingør, Denmark

Immortalized as Elsinore in Shakespeare’s Hamlet, this Renaissance-style building is one of the most important sights in the Nordic countries and has been a UNESCO world heritage site since 2000. The building comprises royal living quarters, a dance hall,a small chapel and a small hall, which is famous for its wallpaper.

Rosenborg Castle

Address: Øster Voldgade 4A, 1350 København, Denmark

This castle dates to 1606 when it was built as a royal summer house by one of the most famous Scandinavian kings, Christian IV. Now it offers a glimpse into Copenhagen’s regal history, like a time capsule filled with treasures and works of art. Spend an hour or two here, walking the halls as Danish royalty once did. Don’t miss the Knights’ Hall with its coronation thrones. You’ll also find the king’s private writing cabinet, living areas, and bathroom. There’s also an impressive Venetian glass collection.

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Ribe

Ribe is the former capital of Denmark and the oldest city in the country as well as the historical center of South Jutland. The town has about 8200 inhabitants. The most significant attractions of Ribe are the Old Town with its fascinating narrow lanes, the Viking Center and the Our Lady Maria Cathedral built in Romanesque style. Ribe is a part of the beautiful countryside of the Jutland peninsula and one of the most important attractions for those who like old urban environments.

Roskilde

The fascinating university city of Roskilde is the home for 49 000 inhabitants and the cultural heart of Sjælland island. The town has a popular gothic cathedral, built in the 12th and 13th centuries, where 39 of Denmark’s monarchs have been buried. Roskilde also has a legendary annual rock festival, which is the largest in the Nordic countries.

The town also features a museum concentrated on vikings that for example displays the wreck of an old viking ship dating from the 11th century. An excellent attraction.

Strøget

Strøget is a car-free pedestrian zone in the heart of Copenhagen. There you can visit shops selling luxury products, like the Royal Porcelain Factory, a direct sales store. Strøget is a relaxing shopping street in the middle of the heartbeat of the lively capital.