Big “howling day” coming up on 1st May – thankfully no need to worry
The testing of the howling sirens is an annually recurring event, taking place on the first Wednesday in May at 12:00. A reminder of what to …
New official portraits of Denmark’s King and Queen unveiled
A tradition after a change in Head of State is to make new official pictures which will be hung in Danish official institutions and Danish …
Royal Salute when DANNEBROG leaves Copenhagen Harbour
On 2 May, the Danish King and Queen will board the royal yacht Dannebrog from Nordre Toldbod. The article continues below. The beginning of the …
They are blossoming: the magnificent Japanese cherry trees
Already out in many places,this is a special sight; the boulevard of magnificent pink cherry trees. The article continues below. By Bente D. Knudsen They …
Changing from wintertime to summertime
Seasonal time change is still in place in Denmark so you need to change your clocks to stay on time. Do you remember if it …
How to choose a school away from “home”
When you move to a new country once again, or leave your home country for the first time, and you bring along children, one of …
Smørrebrød – a quintessentially Danish delicacy
Are you new to the world of smørrebrød or do you just find them a bit daunting? We have sampled some of the best eateries …
So what is Easter in Denmark?
You might think, due to all the extended Easter bank holidays, that Danes are very religious and spend their free days going to special Easter …
Gaekkebreve – a Danish Easter tradition
A lovely activity to enjoy with your children gaekkebreve are beautiful handmade cards, traditionally sent at this time of year. The article continues below. Text …
Security situation analysis: currently most serious threat to Danish security in 30 years
Report from today’s press meeting concerning the Danish security situation and the new strategic 10-year security agreement with the Ukraine. The article continues below. By …
Strong winds even gusts of wind of stormstrength and warnings of dangerous weather
A windy and rainy night awaits from tonight until Friday lunchtime. The article continues below. By Bente D. Knudsen DMI warns of strong winds for …
When the wind blows during winter – do you know how cold it is for your skin when you go outside?
Denmark is windy, the modern wind chill factor developed by DMI can help you evaluate just how cold the wind feels on your skin. The …