- 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.
From Scandinavia and Germany: There are several ferry routes from Norway, Sweden and Germany. Popular routes are Oslo-Copenhagen, Gothenburg-Frederikshavn and Rostock-Gedser.
From the UK: Although direct ferry services from the UK to Denmark no longer operate, passengers can take a ferry from the UK to the Netherlands or Germany and then drive or train to Denmark.
International buses: Companies such as FlixBus and Eurolines operate international bus routes that connect Danish cities with other major European cities. This can be an inexpensive option, although slower than flying. In Denmark, the best way to get around is also with your own car or train. You can get information about public transport (trains, buses and ferries) 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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