Why visit
Denmark delivers Copenhagen's design and food (world's best restaurant list regular), Aarhus's ARoS art museum, and the Jutland dunes.
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Denmark
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How to use this result
Use it as a country shortlist
Denmark works best as a first-pass travel idea. Start with the region, season, and themes on this page, then compare flights, entry rules, safety guidance, and local transport before treating it as a real option.
Compare the capital and side trips
Use Copenhagen as the administrative starting point, then check whether the strongest trip idea is actually the capital, a coastal area, a nature route, or another city in Denmark.
At a glance
Location
56.0°, 10.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
43,094 km²
16,639 mi²
Country population
5.9 million
137/km²
Subregion
Northern Europe
Currency
Danish krone (kr)
DKK
Dial
+45
Language
Danish
Demonym
Danish
Internet
.dk
UN
Member state
ISO code
DK / DNK
Where in the world
56.0° - 10.0°
Denmark
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Did you know
- Denmark has the world's oldest continuously used flag (Dannebrog, adopted 1219).
- LEGO is Danish: the name comes from "leg godt" (play well). The company makes enough LEGO bricks per year to encircle Earth 5 times.
- Denmark regularly tops the World Happiness Report.
- The Danish language has 40 vowel sounds; English has about 20.
Bordering Denmark
Traveler notes
- Copenhagen → Malmö over the Øresund Bridge in 35 minutes
- Schengen visa; Danish krone
- Smørrebrød lunches are a national ritual
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Copenhagen, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Reserve top restaurants 2–4 weeks out and plan two standout meals per city.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about Denmark
What is the capital of Denmark?
Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark.
What currency does Denmark use?
Denmark uses the Danish krone (kr), ISO code DKK.
What languages are spoken in Denmark?
The primary language is Danish.
Is Denmark landlocked?
No, Denmark has a coastline.
What countries border Denmark?
Denmark borders Germany.
What is the international calling code for Denmark?
The calling code is +45.
When is the best time to visit Denmark?
May–Sep. Check current weather and local events before booking.
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