The coolest place to hang out? Libraries
Yes, we said libraries. As an expat, English language literature is a must, and as our expat writer found out, the Danish libraries excel in …
Get close to the deer during the cold season at the Copenhagen Deer Park – Dyrehaven
A great excursion during the cold season is to take a walk, bicycle ride or horse carriage ride in this old, royal deer park. The …
Take a walk up and down the Old King’s Road – an enjoyable excursion
Whatever the weather is like, taking a walk up and down this more than 1.8 km long road, lined with shops and eateries, is a …
One day trip to Koldinghus’s exhibition of Flora Danica Dinnerware with lunch in Christiansfeld
A trip to Kolding and Christiansfeld can easily be combined to see more of Denmark in just one day. By Bente D. Knudsen Pictures: Bente …
Sankta Lucia – angels all in white holding candles
The procession of singing girls dressed in white while holding candles in their hands is actually a beautiful December tradition. If you do not have …
Indulge in gløgg and æbleskiver and other sweet treats at one of the many julemarkeder around
You can’t be anywhere in Europe at Christmastime and not make at least a few trips to the local Christmas markets. Needless to say, Denmark …
Tivoli’s version of The Nutcracker – an enchanting fairy tale ballet
This December you can enjoy Tivoli’s enchanting version of the world-famous ballet, The Nutcracker, with the beautiful music played live by Copenhagen Phil’s 70 musicians. …
Visit the rare black diamond in Copenhagen
If you have not yet been to the Black Diamond, then make sure to go! It is an architectural masterpiece to be admired from the …
Nordic whale watching – an amazing weekend break
Spending a day out at sea in the Arctic in winter might sound crazy, but from the end of October through to the end of …
Sea, Marshes, Seals, Oysters and much more in the Danish Wadden Sea
In South Jutland you will find the Danish part of the Wadden Sea at National Park Vadehavet, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Check out the …