{"id":13632,"date":"2022-04-22T00:48:54","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T06:18:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/?p=13632"},"modified":"2023-06-10T17:12:07","modified_gmt":"2023-06-10T22:42:07","slug":"travel-to-denmark-2022-travel-guide-advice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/travel-to-denmark-2022-travel-guide-advice\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel to Denmark: 2023 Travel Guide & Advice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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From the land of the Vikings<\/a> to one of the most peaceful societies, Denmark is a destination for travel junkies, history lovers, and sustainability enthusiasts<\/a>! <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Explore the complex bike lane system, try the hundreds of variations of sm\u00f8rrebr\u00f8d, visit The Little Mermaid, and learn all the ways Denmark has become such a \u201cgreen\u201d place to live. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is our guide to Denmark in 2023. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

General Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Denmark is such a peaceful place for several reasons, a few being that they believe in a strong work-life balance (sticking to a strict 37 hour work week), taxes are straight forward (albeit high), and the country is constantly finding ways to leave the earth with less of a carbon imprint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you travel to Denmark, the only word you\u2019ll need to know is hygge,<\/em> pronounced “hooga”, which is an idea that means taking time away from the daily rush to be together with people you care about or to be by yourself and enjoy the simpler things in life.

Some fast facts about Denmark: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Denmark is a pioneer in promoting sustainability<\/a>, the country aims to be carbon neutral by 2050. There are so many cool green initiatives and projects going on in this country, do a quick Google search or visit the main website<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Denmark is a bicycle nation<\/a>, with over 7500 miles of bike lanes. It is more common to walk or ride a bike than it is to own a car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Denmark is one of the oldest monarchies in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

41% of Denmark’s energy comes from wind turbines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Population: <\/strong>Roughly 5.8 million<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Capital:  <\/strong>Copenhagen<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location: <\/strong>Denmark is a Nordic country in northern Europe. It shares a border with Germany and sits on both the North Sea and Baltic Sea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flag: <\/strong>The flag is a red and white Nordic cross, and the cross-section of the cross sits to the left side of the flag. It is the world’s oldest national flag. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time Zone: <\/strong>Central European Time or Central European Summer Time <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Currency: <\/strong>Danish krone<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Language: <\/strong>Danish is the national language and German is a recognized language. Many people in Denmark speak English as a second language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Climate: <\/strong>Denmark has a temperate climate with mild winters and cool summers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Religion: <\/strong>Christianity is dominant, however citizens are free to adhere to any faith. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel Visa Information: <\/strong>To find out if a visa is required for your country \u2014 and easily get yours if needed \u2014 check out iVisa.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Time to Visit:<\/strong> Try to travel to Denmark from June through August, where temperatures are comfortable and you can spend lots of time outside! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health & Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As of April 2022, the CDC does not recommend travel to Denmark, as cases of COVID-19 are still very high. If you must travel to Denmark, make sure you are fully vaccinated before you go. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find information regarding COVID-19 and travel to Denmark here: https:\/\/dk.usembassy.gov\/<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow the CDC guidelines<\/a> for current travel advisories, as well as the U.S. Embassy guidelines<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical Costs in Denmark<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The average price for one person for accommodation in Denmark is kr494, roughly $71 USD. When dining out, the average price per traveler is kr124 per person, or roughly $14 USD. Breakfast is usually slightly cheaper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food To Eat in Denmark<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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When you travel to Denmark, you must try Sm\u00f8rrebr\u00f8d. <\/strong>These are open-faced sandwiches with delicious toppings! You can find them on the menus at little cafes as well as fancier restaurants. Of the many variations, a few popular variations include roast beef with remoulade and fried onion on rye bread or eggs and shrimp with mayonnaise, and a squeeze of lemon on rye bread. Sometimes eaten for breakfast<\/a>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Danish national dish is Stegt fl\u00e6sk med persillesovs<\/strong>, or crispy pork with parsley sauce. It\u2019s served with boiled potatoes, parsley sauce, and pickled beetroot. You can find it in many places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frikadeller <\/strong>or Danish meatballs, are a popular dish in Denmark. They usually consist of equal calf and pork, flour, eggs, milk, onions, and spices. They\u2019re a popular topping for Sm\u00f8rrebr\u00f8d too – hot or cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pork is a very popular dish in Denmark. Around the holidays, you\u2019ll find Fl\u00e6skesteg og Brun Kartofler<\/strong>, r<\/strong>oast pork served with sugar-brown potatoes. The potatoes are boiled and then pan-fried with butter and sugar. Yum!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel to Denmark for Medister p\u00f8lse<\/strong>, or Medister sausage, a traditional spiced pork sausage. This is a beloved dish you can find in many establishments, with a rich flavor and some spice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now in addition to the Medister p\u00f8lse, the regular p\u00f8lse<\/strong>, which are the Danish version of a hotdog, are also a yummy meal. A traditional p\u00f8lse is topped with remoulade, mayonnaise, sweet pickles, pickled red cabbage, and crispy fried onions. There are many hot dog carts, or p\u00f8lsev\u00f8gn, where you can find p\u00f8lse from some legendary makers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you enjoy eating seafood, you must try fresh seafood<\/strong> in Denmark. Denmark sits on a sea! The most popular dishes include Herring and fiskefrikadeller, but you should also try plaice filet, cod, and shellfish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try tarteletter<\/strong>, puff-pastry tart shells filled with chicken, white asparagus, and a white sauce made with butter, flour, and milk, then mixed with carrots and peas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinks To Try in Denmark<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Please note: These drinks all include alcohol. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Akvavit<\/strong> is a popular liquor made from grains and potatoes. The distinct flavor usually includes several spices, usually caraway and dill. You can buy it in many places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carlsberg beer <\/strong>is a true testament to Danish beer<\/a> – popular not only in Denmark but around the world. The brewery offers beers of all kinds, it is one of the bestselling Danish beers. Travel to Denmark is incomplete without trying this beer. Hurra!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mead<\/strong> has been a foundational part of Danish culture. It\u2019s been around for a very long time! Mead is derived from two main ingredients, fermented honey and water and then spices are added for flavor. Think of it like a cider. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Cities to Visit in Denmark <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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To travel to Denmark, you must travel to Copenhagen<\/strong>. The country\u2019s capital is a northern European metropolis complete with waterfront bars, incredible sustainability initiatives, Michelin-starred architecture, museums<\/a>, amazing architecture, and more. Here\u2019s the stuff you can\u2019t miss: take a green bike tour, visit Christiania (a somewhat \u2018hippie\u2019 community and commune that sits in an area that was once military barracks and city ramparts), visit the castles, say hi to The Little Mermaid, check out Tivoli Gardens (the second oldest amusement park in the world), make your way to Nyhavn, a gateway from the sea to the inner city, that is now a popular area for shops and restaurants, the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, the Black Diamond, Kunsthal Charlottenborg, National Museum of Denmark, B\u00f8rsen, Kastellet, Christiansborg Palace, and the Botanical Garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aarhus<\/strong> has been described as a cultural center and exuberant university town, with a preserved old town and historic village, Den Gamle By. In Denmark\u2019s second largest city, go back in time at Den Gamle By, hang out with the art crowd in Godsbanen, relax in Marselisborg Forests, visit Denmark\u2019s largest church and see the architecture (Aarhus Cathedral), and if you\u2019re a foodie, check out the central food market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ribe<\/strong> is the oldest town in Denmark, founded around the year 700, making it the oldest town not only in Denmark but in Scandinavia. This little old town is filled with history, so we suggest taking a tour and reading up on this quaint place, home to half-timbered houses and winding cobble streets. Visit the cathedral, learn about the Vikings and the witchcraft trials, and relax by The Wadden Sea, a UNESCO site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Odense<\/strong> is a fairytale-esque town, the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen. Visit Egeskov Castle, the Funen village, the castles in the countryside, Odense cathedral, the Munke Mose gardens, and see the town by riverboat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Must-See Sights in Denmark <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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