Closed streets all over Copenhagen on Sunday 5th May
Put on your running shoes and get ready to test your stamina at the annual edition of the Copenhagen Marathon. Once again Copenhagen marathon will …
French market delights in the quaint old town of Præstø
Looking for a one-day excursion from Copenhagen during the Ascension holiday? Visit the French Spring Market from 10 to 12 May 2024. The article continues …
Royal Run, started by King Frederik when he was Crown Prince, takes place on 20 May 2024
Royal Run was just supposed to be a celebration for his 50th birthday but has since become an annual event which appeals to thousands of …
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 …
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 …
Great Prayer Day wheat buns – look for hvedeknopper or hveder
If you are keen to follow Danish traditions, then don’t miss out on buying the Great Prayer Day wheat buns. Prepare them properly or you …
When dusk falls – join in the walk along Kastellet ( The Citadel) in Copenhagen
A Great Prayer Day tradition is to walk along the ramparts of Copenhagen city, however, as they were all torn down in 1850, citizens walk …
Ever Seen a Dancing Cow? Join the “Øko-dag” on Sunday 14 April
Spring is in the air… and in the stables too. Organic milk producing farmers all over Denmark are setting out their cows to pasture after …
OH SKAT – it’s that time of the year AGAIN – the tax time
DARLING – is what the Danish Customs and Tax Administration’s name actually means in Danish much to the amusement (or not) of Danes! The article …
Adjusting to Danish early education – a challenging experience says an American Mom
An American mom sends her two little sons off to school in Denmark and discovers that there are plenty of lessons to be learned from …