Køge

Population 2,800 / 69 degrees north Køge, Denmark Køge is a charming coastal town just south of Copenhagen, where medieval timber houses, a lively market square and a modern waterfront sit side by side. With one of Denmark’s best-preserved old towns, sandy beaches close by and a relaxed, village-like atmosphere, it blends history and seaside […]

Jelling

Population 4,000 / 55.4 degrees north Jelling, Denmark Jelling is a small Danish village with an outsized place in history. Set among rolling fields and gentle countryside, it’s best known for its remarkable Viking monuments—stone carvings, burial mounds, and a beautiful white church that together tell the story of Denmark’s earliest kings. Often called the […]

Bornholm

Population 39,000 / 55.8 degrees north Bornholm Bornholm is a small Danish island known for its incredible history.  About Bornholm Latitude: 55.8 degrees north Population: 39,000 In this Travel Guide… Things to See & Do Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Bornholm Castle Hammershus Castle Ruin This […]

Ålborg

Population 122,000 / 57.3 degrees north Aalborg, Denmark Aalborg is a vibrant city that beautifully blends Viking heritage, medieval charm, and modern innovation. Located on the Limfjord in northern Jutland, it’s Denmark’s fourth-largest city and the capital of North Jutland. Once known for shipyards and cement factories, Aalborg has reinvented itself with bold architecture, world-class […]

Aarhus

Population 350,000 / 56.9 degrees north Aarhus, Denmark Aarhus is Denmark’s second-largest city, and is known for its old town and cultural scene. Dating back to the 8th century, Aarhus was founded as a harbour town. Aarhus Cathedral is Denmark’s longest cathedral, and Vor Frue Kirke, dating from 1060, is the oldest stone church in […]

Billund

Population 7,300 / 55.4 degrees north Billund, Denmark Billund is a small town in Denmark that is famous for one thing – it is the home of Lego. This is where you can visit the famous Legoland theme park, called Legoland Billund. Almost everyone coming to Billund will come for this reason, and rightly so! […]

Svendborg

Population 27,000 / 55.3 degrees north Svendborg, Denmark Svendborg is a historic maritime centre and gateway to South Funen’s archipelago. The town grew to prominence in the 19th century as a trading hub and centre for shipbuilding. The global cargo giant Mærsk was born here, and today this town is still a working harbour. Fun […]

Roskilde

Population 52,000 / 55.3 degrees north Roskilde, Denmark Located a couple hours north of Copenhagen, Helsingør is a fantastic place to spend the day. In the 15th and 16th centuries the city became wealthy by taxing all the ships passing by between the Baltic and the North Sea. Much of the medieval city has been […]

Helsingør

Population 47,000 / 56 degrees north Helsingør, Denmark Located a couple hours north of Copenhagen, Helsingør is a fantastic place to spend the day. In the 15th and 16th centuries the city became wealthy by taxing all the ships passing by between the Baltic and the North Sea. Much of the medieval city has been […]

Copenhagen

Population 1.4 million / 55.4 degrees north Copenhagen, Denmark Copenhagen is a wonderful city. A hub of culture and design for Scandinavia, the city is also historic, charming, and home to world-class museums. Any visit to Scandinavia has to include a visit to Copenhagen! About Copenhagen Latitude: 55,4 degrees north Population: 1.4 million Hottest month: July […]