Denmark Travel Guide
Tourist season
Are April and May good months to visit Denmark?
April
Shoulder
season
May
Semi-high
season
Did you know?
The population of Denmark is around 5.79 mil., which puts the country in 114. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).
How far is it?
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The distance between Copenhagen (DK) and Madrid (ES) is 1288 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Denmark
| Miles | Copenhagen | Aarhus | Odense | Aalborg | Roskilde | Elsinore | Esbjerg | Skagen |
| Copenhagen | - | 98 | 88 | 139 | 19 | 25 | 162 | 160 |
| Aarhus | 98 | - | 53 | 63 | 81 | 93 | 83 | 109 |
| Odense | 88 | 53 | - | 116 | 68 | 97 | 76 | 161 |
| Aalborg | 139 | 63 | 116 | - | 128 | 124 | 123 | 53 |
| Roskilde | 19 | 81 | 68 | 128 | - | 34 | 142 | 155 |
| Elsinore | 25 | 93 | 97 | 124 | 34 | - | 166 | 139 |
| Esbjerg | 162 | 83 | 76 | 123 | 142 | 166 | - | 176 |
| Skagen | 160 | 109 | 161 | 53 | 155 | 139 | 176 | - |
Best Ways to Experience Denmark
- Cuisine
- Art
- Animals
Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Currency
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Vaccinations
MoreAll travelers
You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Denmark.
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Eat and drink safely
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- Spain
visiting 
Denmark for tourism
A visa is not required.
- Freedom of movement
- ID card valid
Electricity
230V (50 Hz)
In Denmark the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, E, F, K sockets are used.
Click on the socket icon to see more information
Type C
Type E
Type F
Type KFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 114 / 231 Ranking | 5 792 202 Scandinavian, Inuit, Faroese, German, Turkish, Iranian, Somali |
Area | 134 / 230 Ranking | 16.6 thous. mi² It is approximately 9% of the territory of Spain. |
Life expectancy | 26 / 196 Ranking | 81.5 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 79.5women 83.5 |
Median age | 134 / 157 Ranking | 42 Average age of population expressed in years.men 40.9women 43.1 |
Population growth | 121 / 172 Ranking | 0.44% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 11 / 131 Ranking | 99% Ability to read, write and count.men 99%women 99% |
GDP | 13 / 194 Ranking | 60 552 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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