Kongeriget Danmark
The small Scandinavian country of Denmark is the smallest of the Nordic European countries. The Kingdom of Denmark is the oldest kingdom in the world still in existence. Denmark officially rules over two other autonomous territories, namely the immense island of Greenland and the Faroe Islands.
Denmark is a modern, highly progressive state and forward-thinking nation that values sustainability, creativity, and innovation. It is known for its stunning coastline, vibrant cities, charming villages, and picturesque countryside. It is historically famous for its architecture but has had influences on music, art, literature, and philosophy.
Info & Stats
- Language: Danish is the official language.
- Population: 5+ million (2019 est.)
- Timezone: UTC +1
- Ethnic Make-up: Scandinavian, Inuit, Faroese, German, Turkish, Iranian, Somali
- Religions: Evangelical Lutheran 95%, other Protestant and Roman Catholic 3%, Muslim 2%
- Political System: constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system of government.
- Currency: Danish krone (DKK)
- Credit Cards: Almost anything can be paid with credit cards and ATMs are extremely common.
- Electricity: Socket types E and K, 230 volt / 50 hertz
- Tipping Customs: Not expected, but appreciated
- Haggling Culture: Not common
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Climate & Seasons
As in other countries with a temperate climate, temperatures vary significantly depending on the seasons, although the weather in Denmark is relatively mild compared to other Scandinavian countries.
Also, due to its northern location, there are large seasonal variations in daylight, with short days during the winter and long summer days.
Entry Requirements
Denmark is a member of the Schengen Agreement.
Click the map to see details on the visa requirements of the Schengen Zone for each country.
Safety
Safety: Denmark is an extremely safe country, similar to other Scandinavian nations. It actually ranks 4th in the list of safest countries in the world (updated 2022).
Natural risks: There is almost no risk of natural disasters or animal attacks.
Emergencies number: 112 (European common emergency service)
See more safety info on the Global Safety Indices page