Denmark

Denmark

About Denmark

Denmark is the smallest and flattest of the Nordic countries, and the easiest to travel in. Copenhagen sits on the east coast of Zealand, a short train ride from Sweden across the Øresund bridge, and is compact enough to cover on foot and by bike.

Best experience: going inside Christiansborg Palace, with the Royal Treasury at Rosenborg a close second.

  • Nyhavn and the old harbour, best seen from a canal cruise
  • Christiansborg — parliament, supreme court and royal palace in one building
  • The Royal Treasury and crown jewels beneath Rosenborg Castle
  • Tivoli Gardens, at its best after dark at Christmas
  • Compact enough to cover properly in two days on foot

Travel Tips

  • Best time to visit: May to September for long days and outdoor life; December for the Christmas markets
  • Currency: Danish Krone (DKK) — Denmark is in the EU but not the Eurozone
  • Language: Danish, English spoken almost universally
  • Transportation: Copenhagen Metro runs 24 hours and connects the airport to the centre in about 15 minutes, Cycling is the default way to get around the city, Trains to the rest of Denmark and across to Sweden leave from København H

Latest Articles

2 Days in Copenhagen at Christmas (and Why That's Enough)
2026-07-31•5 min read

2 Days in Copenhagen at Christmas (and Why That's Enough)

A two-day Copenhagen itinerary done at Christmas, on the overnight Flixbus from Hamburg and a hostel kitchen budget — going inside every palace, why the Little Mermaid is the one to skip, and why I didn't bother crossing to Malmö.

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Copenhagen
  • Time Zone: CET (UTC+1), CEST (UTC+2 in summer)
  • Visa Requirements: Schengen Visa required for most non-EU citizens

Cultural Notes

  • Card payment is accepted essentially everywhere — you can visit without cash
  • Tap water is safe and free at restaurants
  • Tipping is not expected; service is included
  • Cycle lanes are real roads — check before stepping into one